Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs and Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs have discussed proposals to make public officials' declarations accessible only to identifiable individuals.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs, during the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Aglona, urged citizens to take care of themselves, support others, and protect Latvia both physically and spiritually.
Latvia's National Security Council has agreed on new measures to strengthen border security, as illegal migration pressure on the Latvia-Belarus border increases. President Edgars Rinkēvičs emphasized the need for both technical systems and rapid response.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius held a meeting with Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs. The details of their discussion were not immediately specified.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has announced amendments to the State Civil Service Law, which will allow the Prime Minister to appoint the head of the State Chancellery in certain cases without a competition.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs' work was reviewed in an interview and survey, with younger demographics and high-income earners rating his performance more favorably. The discussion also covered his three years in office and future priorities.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs met with his nominated prime minister candidate Andris Kulbergs, who has since confirmed the distribution of portfolios for the upcoming government, having been tasked with preparing a list of government priorities and a potential cabinet composition.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has called for a step-by-step approach to secure funding for diabetes and oncology patients. He also emphasized the need for a very serious restructuring of the national airline, airBaltic.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs commented on a drone crash in Krāslava municipality, stating that such incidents cannot be ruled out and emphasizing the need for Latvia to strengthen its defense systems against drones.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has asked the Prosecutor General to investigate whether animal deaths in Ķemeri National Park are linked to legal violations.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that there is no quick fix for demographic problems, acknowledging that not all goals were met last year regarding immigration.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs met with Polish President Karol Navrocki in Riga to discuss bilateral cooperation, regional security, and transatlantic relations, affirming their readiness to strengthen collaboration at all levels.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs noted significant improvements in the Latvia-Belarus border infrastructure but highlighted serious issues with human resources, specifically a shortage of border guards, during a visit to the border village of Piedruja.
Ahead of a parliamentary review of the Immigration Law requested by President Edgars Rinkēvičs, Latvia's ruling coalition is showing significant differences of opinion regarding the future of 'golden visas' or temporary residency permits granted in exchange for investment.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that a war against Russia is currently unlikely but could change quickly, emphasizing the need for NATO rearmament.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call with his Latvian counterpart, Edgars Rinkēvičs, to discuss cooperation under the 'Drone Deal,' a framework for unmanned systems.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs met with new Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, stating that the public expects clear and concrete decisions to address unresolved problems.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has expressed his desire to establish a compulsory level of defense spending for the nation, aiming to bolster national security.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that there is a very sharp battle for voters currently underway as parties prepare for the Saeima elections this autumn.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that clarity regarding the online voter register for the 15th Saeima elections should be established by early May, following a meeting with Prime Minister Evika Siliņa.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has issued a statement advocating for manual vote counting in the upcoming 15th Saeima elections this autumn, emphasizing the need for election commission members to count ballots by hand.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has urged the board of AS 'Attīstības finanšu institūcija Altum' to evaluate the creation of a targeted lending program for eastern border regions and other Latvian regions with consistently low credit activity.
The Latvian Saeima has agreed to send to committees a proposal from President Edgars Rinkēvičs to legally enshrine a commitment to invest at least 5% of GDP in national defense annually.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has submitted a bill to parliament to enshrine in law a commitment to invest at least 5% of GDP in national defense annually, starting from 2027.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs and the Prime Minister agree that public discussion on housing and transport compensation for Saeima deputies is timely, especially before the upcoming elections.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs visited Lithuania at the invitation of President Gitanas Nausėda, attending a festive dinner held in his honor on the first evening of his visit.
Estonian President Alar Karis hosted Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs on Ruhnu Island for discussions on bilateral relations. Karis humorously stated that if he had to choose between Ruhnu Island and friendship, he would choose friendship.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has reflected on his three years in office, discussing key events and challenges, including NATO 3.0 and US-controlled uncertainty. He also addressed personal experiences, stating he was 'lied to' and 'tormented for more than a year'.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that there is an internal crisis of trust within public administration between politicians and officials, in addition to a public trust crisis.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs visited Preiļi, the first Latgale municipality he has visited, to hear residents' concerns regarding security, demography, and healthcare.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs clarified that high-ranking officials, including the president and prime minister, sometimes use airport VIP lounges during travel due to special security requirements and protocol.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu is visiting Latvia, where she held a press conference with Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs to discuss bilateral relations, Moldova's EU membership progress, and regional security.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated at a press conference that he does not expect any positive developments in the Middle East conflict in the coming weeks.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that there is no 'magic wand' to quickly solve all demographic problems within one to three years, acknowledging that not all goals were met last year.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs visited the country's eastern border to inspect the progress of sensor and surveillance technology installation, emphasizing the need for faster implementation.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs stated that after four years of Russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, it has become clear that the end of the war will be neither quick nor simple.