Riga’s economic profile: city to be made into the central Baltic transport hub
Although the economy, investment attraction, real estate property development, tourism and other sectors have been affected both globally and domestically by the Covid-19…
Day 69 of war in Ukraine: Evacuation from Zaporozhia region, ten fallen journalists, Putin could declare mobilisation
On Tuesday, May 3, in Ukraine, the evacuation of civilians from the occupied part of the southern Zaporozhia region was announced. On World…
Latvia to lift covid certificate requirement for teachers this year
From 1 July 2022 onward the requirement for teachers and teaching staff in general to have a valid vaccination or recovery certificate will…
Administrative violation procedure commenced against Latvian politician’s party
Latvian Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) has commenced a total of 18 administrative violation procedures over failure to submit a political party’s…
Re-emigration to Latvia remains in high demand despite Russian-Ukrainian war
In Q1 2022 a total of 111 people returned to Latvia with assistance from re-emigration coordinators. In spite of the Covid-19 pandemic and…
Survey: support of Russia among Russian-speakers in Latvia down in April
The support Russian-speaking residents in Latvia have for Russia dropped in April due to the war in Ukraine, according to an internet survey…
Industrial production growth accelerated in March
According to Statistics Estonia, in March 2022, the total production of industrial enterprises increased by 7.8% at constant prices compared to March 2021….
European Union may impose Russian oil embargo
The European Commission plans to present a new package of anti-Russian sanctions by Wednesday, 4 May. This new package may include an oil…
Event guide for 4 May festivities in Riga
Celebrating the Day of Restoration of Independence of the Republic of Latvia, residents of Riga and its guests are invited to attend varied…
