PHOTOS AND VIDEO: Rinkēvičs meets with Polish President Karol Navrocki at the Riga Castle
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.
The President of Poland will visit Latvia
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.
The President of the Czech Republic Pavel will visit Latvia
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.
Rinkēvičs: Ukraine is our first line of defense, but the second and main one is ourselves
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.
VIDEO: Extraordinary session of the Saeima in support of Ukraine and in memory of the fallen in war
The Latvian Saeima held an extraordinary session to express support for Ukraine and honor those who have fallen in the ongoing conflict.
VIDEO ⟩ "We will not tire": Rinkēvičs calls for continued support for Ukraine on the anniversary of the war
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.
Rinkēvičs supports the rehabilitation of people unjustly placed in psychiatric institutions due to Soviet repression
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs is advocating for a political declaration to rehabilitate individuals unjustly placed in psychiatric institutions as a result of Soviet repression.
The President 'rejects' the law on special pensions for judges and prosecutors
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 will meet with Latvian officials
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.
Rinkēvičs: It is unacceptable for Latvia that athletes participate in the Paralympics under the flags of aggressor states
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.
Edgars Rinkevics, President of Latvia: 'There is a change in rhetoric from some far-right leaders. They do not openly support Russia anymore.'
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.
Rinkēvičs calls for increased political and economic pressure against Russia
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: Moscow does not respect its agreements and I am not optimistic about the future of relations with it
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs expresses skepticism about Russia's commitment to international agreements while advocating for a unified European stance toward Moscow.
Rinkēvičs to Participate in the Munich Security Conference
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs will attend the Munich Security Conference from February 13 to 15 in Munich, Germany.
Latvian top officials criticize IOC's decision to disqualify Ukrainian skeleton athlete
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.
PHOTO: Rinkēvičs visits the Olympic Village in Cortina
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs visited the Olympic Village in Cortina to meet Latvian athletes and attend various competitions.
PHOTO: Rinkēvičs has a meal with Latvian Olympians in Milan
President Edgars Rinkēvičs met with Latvian Olympians during the Milan and Cortina Olympic Games in Italy.