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National & Local

Siliņa urges the European Union to specifically support eastern border regions

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa has called on the EU for targeted support of Eastern border regions during her visit to Brussels.

Feb 26 • 18:35 UTC
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National & Local

Siliņa: Latvia stands with Ukraine

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Siliņa emphasizes Latvia's support for Ukraine during her visit to Kyiv, marking the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion.

Feb 24 • 15:10 UTC
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National & Local

Latvian officials will not attend the Paralympic Games in person

Latvian officials, including the Prime Minister and President, have confirmed they will not attend the upcoming Paralympic Games in person after participating in the Winter Olympics.

Feb 19 • 05:13 UTC
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National & Local

The government wants to hand over "Gors" even more to the residents of Latgale, says the Prime Minister

The Latvian government intends to enhance community ownership of the Rēzekne concert hall "Gors" by involving Latgale residents more directly in its management.

Feb 18 • 11:35 UTC
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National & Local

Siliņa Expects More Active Involvement from Municipalities in Addressing Energy Resource Bill Issues

Prime Minister Evika Siliņa of Latvia urges municipalities to take a more active role in addressing the challenges posed by high energy resource bills this winter.

Feb 18 • 06:48 UTC
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National & Local

The Prime Minister will have a consultant on military cooperation issues

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa has appointed Colonel Raivis Melnis as an external consultant on military cooperation matters.

Feb 17 • 06:39 UTC
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National & Local

The government will review the new Sports Law. Siliņa names the priority

The Latvian government is set to review a new Sports Law focusing on promoting active lifestyles and transparency in sports funding.

Feb 16 • 17:24 UTC
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National & Local

The coalition has agreed to increase the housing benefit calculation coefficient

The Latvian coalition government has decided to increase the coefficient for calculating housing benefits by 0.4, as announced by Prime Minister Evika Siliņa.

Feb 16 • 17:22 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Expanding housing benefit availability and increasing paid amounts

Latvia's welfare minister announced plans to broaden the eligibility for housing benefits and increase the amount provided, benefiting thousands more households.

Feb 16 • 12:46 UTC
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National & Local

Siliņa discussed support for Ukraine with the German Chancellor in Munich

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Munich to discuss steps taken to support Ukraine at the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 14 • 16:24 UTC
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National & Local

Siliņa advocates allowing multiple state capital holders in one capital company

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa has proposed amendments to allow multiple stakeholders for state capital shares in a single capital company.

Feb 14 • 06:50 UTC
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National & Local

Latvia is ready to invest in the capacity of the European military industry, says Siliņa

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announced the country's readiness to strengthen its military capabilities and invest in the European military industry at the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 13 • 20:24 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Latvian opposition failed again to unseat Silina

The Latvian opposition failed for the sixth time to gather enough votes to unseat Prime Minister Evika Silina amid ongoing political tensions and an upcoming election.

Feb 12 • 19:24 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Latvian opposition attempted for the sixth time to oust the government

The Latvian opposition made a sixth attempt to remove Prime Minister Evika Silina's government, but again failed to gather the necessary votes for a no-confidence motion.

Feb 12 • 16:10 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 12 • 09:06 UTC
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National & Local

Siliņa retains her position after quorum failure vote

A majority of parliamentarians rejected a vote of no confidence in Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa, resulting in her retaining her position.

Feb 12 • 07:26 UTC
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National & Local

Regarding the Rising Heating Bills, Proposes Expanding the Availability of Housing Benefits

Due to projected significant rises in heating bills, a proposal has been put forward in Latvia to expand the availability of housing benefits to a larger segment of the population.

Feb 11 • 14:12 UTC
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National & Local

Siliņa: The State will definitely increase its participation in the concert hall "Gors"

Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announced that the government plans to increase its involvement in the "Gors" concert hall during a news conference after a coalition meeting.

Feb 9 • 20:40 UTC
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National & Local

The question of demanding the resignation of the Minister of Agriculture is not excluded, says Siliņa

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa suggested that the resignation of Minister of Agriculture Armands Krauze may be requested as the government reviews a report regarding state support to the timber industry.

Feb 9 • 18:33 UTC
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National & Local

Re:Check: Is the Prime Minister Accurate in Figures on Foreign Investments?

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa's claim about foreign investment growth for 2025 has been disputed by data from the Investment and Development Agency and the Ministry of Economics.

Feb 9 • 04:20 UTC
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National & Local

Re:Check: Is the Prime Minister Accurate in Figures about Foreign Investments?

The Latvian Prime Minister, Evika Siliņa, inaccurately stated that foreign investments will double in 2025 compared to 2024, when in reality the expected growth is 1.54 times based on current estimates.

Feb 9 • 04:20 UTC
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National & Local

Ministries must report on progress regarding Epstein case files in March

Latvia's Prime Minister has tasked various ministries with reporting by March 20 on actions related to the Jeffrey Epstein case materials, in which Latvia is mentioned as a potential site for the recruitment of underage girls.

Feb 8 • 09:38 UTC
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Sports

VIDEO ⟩ Siliņa skates Latvia's hockey team training at Milan Olympic arena

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa attended a training session of the national hockey team in Milan, expressing confidence in their chances at the upcoming Olympics.

Feb 8 • 04:59 UTC
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National & Local

Ministries must report in March on the progress regarding Epstein case files

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa has instructed various ministries to carry out tasks related to the Epstein case, emphasizing the need for investigation and public support.

Feb 8 • 04:50 UTC
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Sports

Siliņa, Rinkēvičs, and Melbārde go to the Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and other officials are visiting Italy to participate in the opening events of the XXV Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina 2026 as honored guests.

Feb 6 • 05:02 UTC
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National & Local

LPV Deputies Demand Siliņa's Resignation Again

Saeima deputies failed to vote on the opposition's request for Prime Minister Evika Siliņa's resignation due to the inability to secure a quorum.

Feb 5 • 17:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

Europe is looking for its "Witkoff". Macron has sent his own advance party to Putin

Both Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina and Estonian President Alar Karis emphasized the need for Europe to appoint a special representative to facilitate dialogue with Russia amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine.

Feb 5 • 13:56 UTC
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World

Siliņa and the President of Estonia Support European Direct Diplomacy with Russia

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Estonia's President Alar Karis back the proposal for a special European envoy to engage in talks with Russia to end its war in Ukraine, as discussed in interviews with Euronews.

Feb 5 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Security debate discussed the president's proposal to start negotiations with Russia

The security debate featured comments from various political figures on the proposal by Estonian President Alar Karis and Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa for a European special envoy to participate in negotiations with the Kremlin to end the war in Ukraine.

Feb 4 • 20:54 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

EU needs special envoy for talks with Russia, Latvia and Estonia leaders say

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Estonian President Alar Karis have advocated for the EU to appoint a special envoy to negotiate with Russia, emphasizing the importance of consulting Ukraine beforehand.

Feb 4 • 17:52 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Latvia and Estonia call for appointing a special EU envoy for negotiations with Russia on ending the war in Ukraine

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Estonia's President Alar Karis have urged the European Union to appoint a special envoy to engage in ongoing negotiations for ending the war initiated by Russia in Ukraine.

Feb 4 • 17:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Karis suggested starting talks with the Kremlin, Tsahkna rejected it

Estonian President Alar Karis and Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina support the participation of a European special envoy in negotiations with the Kremlin regarding the end of the war in Ukraine, while Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna firmly rejected this idea.

Feb 4 • 15:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Euronews: President Alar Karis and Latvian Prime Minister Call for Direct Talks with Russia

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa and Estonian President Alar Karis have called for the appointment of a European special representative to resume talks with the Kremlin, showing a new European approach towards Russia to achieve more influence in negotiations involving Washington, Kyiv, and Moscow.

Feb 4 • 14:50 UTC
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Crime & Justice

The State Chancellery is still deciding whether to appeal the ruling in the Citskovski case

The State Chancellery is evaluating whether to challenge a court ruling partially favoring former Director Janis Citskovski regarding his dismissal and disciplinary actions.

Feb 4 • 05:35 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Latvia plans to create a drone technology center

Latvia's Prime Minister Evika Silina announced plans for the government to establish a drone competence center to advance cutting-edge drone technology and training programs.

Feb 2 • 16:32 UTC
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National & Local

Three ministries have received tasks from the Prime Minister regarding Latvia's mention in Epstein's files

The Prime Minister of Latvia, Evika Siliņa, has assigned tasks to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ministry of Welfare, and Ministry of Education and Science in relation to new materials in the case of US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, where Latvia is noted as a possible site for the recruitment of underage girls.

Feb 2 • 16:11 UTC
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World

Baltic Sea: Latvia investigates ship after further damage to Baltic cable

Latvian authorities are investigating a ship suspected of causing damage to a private company's undersea fiber optic cable near Liepaja in the Baltic Sea.

Jan 4 • 23:00 UTC

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