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Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs emphasized the importance of youth opinions in decision-making during a meeting with representatives of the Riga Student Council.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs acknowledges the EU's decision to assist in restoring the 'Družba' pipeline but expresses his reservations, highlighting the complexity of the situation.

Latvia's President Edgars Rinkēvičs states that Latvia has not received calls to join the military operations in the Middle East conducted by the US and Israel.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs celebrated the solidarity of Latvian Olympic athletes with Ukraine during a reception for participants in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs emphasizes the importance of strengthening lifelong learning opportunities for seniors to enhance their quality of life and community engagement.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stressed the need to prevent the evasion of Russian sanctions via Belarus during a meeting with Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has requested an investigation into animal deaths in Ķemeru National Park to determine if there are any legal violations involved.

Latvia is developing a new electronic data collection and exchange system called DELTA, approved by the government as part of a ministry report.

Latvia's President Edgars Rinkēvičs stressed during a joint press conference with Czech President Petr Pavel that ongoing military actions in the Middle East should not distract from the critical support needed for Ukraine.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs is hosting Czech President Petr Pavel on an official visit to discuss bilateral relations and regional security issues.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs visited the Tuberculosis and Lung Disease Center, discussing the construction progress of a new health facility with hospital officials.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs calls for legislative amendments to secure defense funding at a minimum of five percent of GDP annually.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that the military operation by the US and Israel against Iran is understandable due to Iran's long-standing actions in the region.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs emphasizes the need for the complete implementation of border surveillance technology along the eastern border with Russia by the end of the year.

Latvia and Poland are committed to enhancing their national security by investing 5% of their GDP in defense and strengthening NATO capabilities during a meeting between Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs and Polish President Karol Navrocki.

Poland's President Karol Navrockis is visiting Latvia today, February 27, for meetings with Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs and to attend a basketball qualifying match.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs will host Czech President Petr Pavel and his wife Eva during a state visit on March 10-11, discussing bilateral relations, security cooperation, and support for Ukraine.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs emphasized the importance of self-defense and regional alliances in light of Ukraine's ongoing conflict with Russia during a special Saeima session marking the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

The Latvian Saeima held an extraordinary session to express support for Ukraine and honor those who have fallen in the ongoing conflict.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs urges greater support for Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for freedom.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs is advocating for a political declaration to rehabilitate individuals unjustly placed in psychiatric institutions as a result of Soviet repression.

President Edgars Rinkēvičs has sent back to the Saeima the law on special pensions for judges and prosecutors for a second review, emphasizing the importance of judicial independence tied to financial security guarantees.

The new US ambassador to Latvia, Melisa Ardžirosa, is set to present her credentials to President Edgars Rinkēvičs, with subsequent meetings planned with other government officials.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that athletes from Russia and Belarus should not compete in the Paralympics under their national flags due to the ongoing military conflict in Ukraine.

Latvia's President Edgars Rinkevics warns of a significant shift in far-right leaders' rhetoric concerning support for Russia and emphasizes the strength of the Russian military.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs emphasizes the need for heightened political and economic pressure on Russia to achieve peace in Ukraine during the Munich Security Conference.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs expresses skepticism about Russia's commitment to international agreements while advocating for a unified European stance toward Moscow.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs will attend the Munich Security Conference from February 13 to 15 in Munich, Germany.

Latvian officials, including Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and President Edgars Rinkēvičs, have criticized the International Olympic Committee's decision to disqualify Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislav Heraskevič for honoring fallen athletes from the war in Ukraine.

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs visited the Olympic Village in Cortina to meet Latvian athletes and attend various competitions.

President Edgars Rinkēvičs met with Latvian Olympians during the Milan and Cortina Olympic Games in Italy.