United Kingdom pledges to defend Latvia together with NATO

The United Kingdom, together with other NATO allies, is ready to defend the territory of Latvia and that of any other member state of the Alliance, British Ambassador to Latvia Kate Līch (Kathy Leach) emphasized at a press conference on the...

The Rīga Conference 2025 will bring together world leaders in Riga for the 20th time

From October 9 till 11, 2025, the annual Rīga Conference – the largest security and foreign policy forum in the Nordic-Baltic region – will take place at the House of Science of the University of Latvia in Riga. This year’s theme, “Unity, Security...

Latvia faces hundreds of millions in fines – parliament fails to ensure quorum

Today, for the second week in a row, the coalition has been unable to secure a quorum in votes on controversial issues. As the opposition used the opportunity to “break the quorum,” the Saeima once again on Thursday failed to adopt, in the second...

Mumme goes to Latvia, speaks at retirement of archbishop

Jonathan Mumme speaks at the retirement of the Archbishop of the Latvian Lutheran Church Courtesy | Jonathan Mumme Associate Professor of Theology Jonathan Mumme returned from his first trip to Riga, Latvia, where he presented a paper on Aug. 28...

Two girls run over by train in Rīga, Latvia

Two 13-year-old girls were killed when they collided with a train at the Imanta railway station in Rīga on Wednesday while riding an electric moped, Latvian Radio reported on 1 October. The accident happened after 6 p.m. According to the Emergency...

Rental moped rules considered after tragedy in Rīga

Two 13-year-old girls died in a tragic accident in Imanta on 1 October. Following the incident, the Mayor of Rīga has initiated a discussion with the authorities on stricter control of electric mopeds, Latvian Radio reports on 2 October. On...

Foreign investors' lobby in Latvia calls for less union protection, reduced overtime rates

"In view of foreign investors, Latvia faces growing structural challenges in its labour market, driven by demographic decline, a persistent mismatch between labour skills and market needs, and rigid, outdated regulations that undermine...

Latvia supports the idea of a “reparations loan” for Ukraine

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa stated the need to support the European Commission’s initiative on the so-called reparations loan for Ukraine, as financial assistance for Ukraine is needed today. She said this ahead of an informal meeting of...

Two young women run over by train in Rīga, Latvia

Two young women were killed when they collided with a train at the Imanta railway station in Rīga on Wednesday while riding electric scooters, Latvian Radio reported on 1 October. The accident happened after 6 p.m. According to the Emergency...

This is not the year of the apple in Latvia

This autumn's apple harvest in Latvia is significantly smaller than in other years, with hail and disease damaging the fruit in many places. The warehouses, which were full last year, are now only partially filled, Latvian Television reported on 1...

Illegal weapon suspected to have killed two children in Rīga

The Internal Security Bureau (IDB) has initiated criminal proceedings against an employee of the Citizenship and Migration Affairs Office (PMLP) for possession of a firearm without a permit, which resulted in the death of two minors, the IDB said...

State Audit: Latvia's approach to cloud data is fragmented

The introduction of cloud computing services in the Latvian public administration has not been sufficiently targeted so far, the State Audit Office has concluded in its audit published on 2 October. Although the benefits of cloud computing were...

‘I stayed in a manor fit for a Baltic baron’: exploring Latvia’s pristine coast and forests

‘Is there anything worth seeing in Latvia?” asked a bemused friend when I explained my destination. “Other than Riga?” Latvia’s capital is certainly worth a visit: a wonderland of perfectly preserved art nouveau architecture with a medieval centre...

Latvia potato growers struggle with wet harvest losses

Due to this year's unfavorable weather conditions, some potato growers in Latvia may face bankruptcy, according to Aiga Kraukle, Chair of the Board of the Latvian Association of Potato Growers and Processors. She said that recovery from the poor...

Latvia will need to borrow 3.8 billion euros next year – why?

Next year Latvia will need to borrow 3.8 billion euros on international financial markets, and in 2027 the borrowing requirement will rise to 4.3 billion euros, Deputy State Treasury Manager Jānis Rozenbergs told the Saeima’s Budget and Finance...

Riga port cruise passengers exceed 100,000 in record season

Posted on October 1, 2025 Riga, Latvia (Ports Europe) October 1, 2025 – Riga port has surpassed 100,000 cruise passengers in a single season for the first time. The milestone passenger arrived on September 28 aboard TUI Cruises’ vessel Mein Schiff...

Predicting Thomas Tuchel's England squad to face Wales and Latvia

England can wrap up qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they return to action in October. The Three Lions have won five out of five in Group K, with a resounding 5-0 win in Serbia last time out by far the most impressive win of Thomas...

Rīga's water supply will get more costly

Rīga residents will have to pay more for water - the new water services tariff project submitted by Rīgas ūdens foresees that water charges could increase by 14%. For a household in an apartment building, the cost could rise by approximately €2.60...

'SHORT RIGA' test screening line-up revealed

SHORT RIGA Test Screenings, the longest-running section of the Riga International Film Festival (16–26 October) industry programme RIGA IFF FORUM, has announced the line-up for its 11th edition. Twelve short films in the works-in-progress stage...

Latvia’s ministry proposes reducing number of centralized exams in secondary schools

The Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) has proposed dropping one advanced-level centralized exam in secondary schools, according to a draft regulation prepared by the ministry. Currently, high school graduates are required to take compulsory...