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.
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa announced that the question of whether to demand the resignation of Minister of Agriculture Armands Krauze is open for discussion. This statement came after a meeting involving coalition party cooperation, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny regarding the minister's actions.
Siliņa pointed out that the government will be examining the findings of an inspection commission report concerning state support provided to the timber industry, which has come under fire for potential issues of mismanagement and abuse of state funds. She emphasized that the specifics of the report have yet to be discussed in the Cabinet, though preliminary results suggest several conclusions that warrant further actions.
Siliņa also mentioned that representatives from the State Audit Office and the Prosecutor General's Office would be present at the upcoming Cabinet meeting to provide input on the situation. Her remarks underline the importance of ensuring that public funds are used properly and that past decisions have been adequately implemented, indicating a proactive approach to accountability in government spending.