Latvia

Country Latvia
Capital Riga
Continent Europe
Currency Lats(LVL)
Languages Latvian

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The name "Latvia" originates from the ancient Latgalians, one of four eastern Baltic tribes that formed the ethnic core of the Latvian people (ca. 8th-12th centuries A.D.). The region subsequently came under the control of Germans, Poles, Swedes, and finally, Russians. A Latvian republic emerged following World War I, but it was annexed by the USSR in 1940 - an action never recognized by the US and many other countries. Latvia reestablished its independence in 1991 following the breakup of the Soviet Union. Although the last Russian troops left in 1994, the status of the Russian minority (some 30% of the population) remains of concern to Moscow. Latvia joined both NATO and the EU in the spring of 2004.

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Grand folk dance show performed during 13th Latvian School Youth Song, Dance Festival - XinhuaGrand folk dance show performed during 13th Latvian School Youth Song, Dance Festival  Xinhua

Cloudy but mainly dry Saturday weather expected in Latvia / Article - LSMCloudy but mainly dry Saturday weather expected in Latvia / Article  LSM

Judgment concerning Latvia - ECHRJudgment concerning Latvia  ECHR

Latvia’s Premier Signals Ukraine Will Get New Patriot Batteries - Bloomberg.comLatvia’s Premier Signals Ukraine Will Get New Patriot Batteries  Bloomberg.com

Latvia joins the OECD Development Assistance Committee - OECDLatvia joins the OECD Development Assistance Committee  OECD

Latvian Ports Launch Digital Platform - Container NewsLatvian Ports Launch Digital Platform  Container News

Baiba Braže: In Latvia, we are too modest about our achievements – we have outstanding, competitive innovations and expertise - Arlietu ministrijaBaiba Braže: In Latvia, we are too modest about our achievements – we have outstanding, competitive innovations and expertise  Arlietu ministrija

Latvia welcomes Germany’s leadership role in Europe - deutschland.deLatvia welcomes Germany’s leadership role in Europe  deutschland.de

Latvia here we come! Rich Indians' ticket to Europe - The Economic TimesLatvia here we come! Rich Indians' ticket to Europe  The Economic Times

“Rail Baltica” construction begins – first kilometers underway in Latvia - Baltic News Network“Rail Baltica” construction begins – first kilometers underway in Latvia  Baltic News Network

Visit of Minister of Foreign Affairs, Latvia to Antariksh Bhavan - isro.gov.inVisit of Minister of Foreign Affairs, Latvia to Antariksh Bhavan  isro.gov.in

Video. Latvia: Shooting training at schools and dragon teeth at the border - Euronews.comVideo. Latvia: Shooting training at schools and dragon teeth at the border  Euronews.com

Storm warning for tonight and Friday in Latvia / Article - LSMStorm warning for tonight and Friday in Latvia / Article  LSM

Development Co-operation Profiles: Latvia - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: Latvia  OECD

Rainy and windy – weekend weather forecast for Latvia - Baltic News NetworkRainy and windy – weekend weather forecast for Latvia  Baltic News Network

Germany reinforces Baltic ties with strong security commitments during president's visit - XinhuaGermany reinforces Baltic ties with strong security commitments during president's visit  Xinhua

Thunderstorms, hail, and gusty winds – Latvia issues warning for dangerous weather conditions - Baltic News NetworkThunderstorms, hail, and gusty winds – Latvia issues warning for dangerous weather conditions  Baltic News Network

Using tax-free shopping data to enhance tourism statistics in Latvia - OECDUsing tax-free shopping data to enhance tourism statistics in Latvia  OECD

Rain and cool weather hamper rapeseed development in Latvia - Baltic News NetworkRain and cool weather hamper rapeseed development in Latvia  Baltic News Network

Nearly 900 million euros – Latvia’s total support for Ukraine so far - Baltic News NetworkNearly 900 million euros – Latvia’s total support for Ukraine so far  Baltic News Network

Is the retirement age of 70 suitable for Latvia? Welfare Minister explains - Baltic News NetworkIs the retirement age of 70 suitable for Latvia? Welfare Minister explains  Baltic News Network

Latvia’s summer delights: white-sand beaches, historic hotels — and a night of solstice revelry - Financial TimesLatvia’s summer delights: white-sand beaches, historic hotels — and a night of solstice revelry  Financial Times

Latvia - Politics, Constitution, Parliament - BritannicaLatvia - Politics, Constitution, Parliament  Britannica

It will certainly rain for another seven weeks in Latvia / Article - LSMIt will certainly rain for another seven weeks in Latvia / Article  LSM

Germany's President Steinmeier pays a visit to Latvia / Article - LSMGermany's President Steinmeier pays a visit to Latvia / Article  LSM

Baltic BESS projects sold by Aura Power in Lithuania, Danish Sun Energy in Latvia - Energy-Storage.NewsBaltic BESS projects sold by Aura Power in Lithuania, Danish Sun Energy in Latvia  Energy-Storage.News

Saab receives order for RBS 70 NG from Latvia - SaabSaab receives order for RBS 70 NG from Latvia  Saab

Latvia Golden Visa : The Ultimate Guide 2025 - Get Golden VisaLatvia Golden Visa : The Ultimate Guide 2025  Get Golden Visa

Latvia’s path to becoming Europe’s drone powerhouse - New Eastern EuropeLatvia’s path to becoming Europe’s drone powerhouse  New Eastern Europe

Latvia’s budget picture still unclear – President and Prime Minister choose to remain silent for now - Baltic News NetworkLatvia’s budget picture still unclear – President and Prime Minister choose to remain silent for now  Baltic News Network

ICC and Latvia conclude Agreement on the Enforcement of Sentences - | International Criminal CourtICC and Latvia conclude Agreement on the Enforcement of Sentences  | International Criminal Court

Positive trade trends posted in Latvia / Article - LSMPositive trade trends posted in Latvia / Article  LSM

Local buses start operating between Latvia and Estonia - Baltic News NetworkLocal buses start operating between Latvia and Estonia  Baltic News Network

Companies start paying share capital in cryptocurrency in Latvia / Article - LSMCompanies start paying share capital in cryptocurrency in Latvia / Article  LSM

Air Arabia Starts Rocketboostering New Routes to Poland, Latvia, Russia, Czech Republic, Thailand, Syria, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Georgia Punching Up and Booming Trips - Travel And Tour WorldAir Arabia Starts Rocketboostering New Routes to Poland, Latvia, Russia, Czech Republic, Thailand, Syria, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Georgia Punching Up and Booming Trips  Travel And Tour World

Latvia increases its support to the Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC - | International Criminal CourtLatvia increases its support to the Trust Fund for Victims at the ICC  | International Criminal Court

Latvia is not prepared for a Russian missile or drone strike, Pabriks warns - Baltic News NetworkLatvia is not prepared for a Russian missile or drone strike, Pabriks warns  Baltic News Network

Latvia prohibits Russian, Belarusian citizens from purchasing real estate - The Kyiv IndependentLatvia prohibits Russian, Belarusian citizens from purchasing real estate  The Kyiv Independent

Danish developer sells Latvian solar power plant in EUR 245m deal - EnergyWatchDanish developer sells Latvian solar power plant in EUR 245m deal  EnergyWatch

Latvia: health system summary 2024 - European Observatory on Health Systems and PoliciesLatvia: health system summary 2024  European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies

World War 3: Is Russia preparing to attack NATO? Latvia issues warning - The Economic TimesWorld War 3: Is Russia preparing to attack NATO? Latvia issues warning  The Economic Times

Rail Baltica – Estonia builds faster and cheaper; Latvia pays more and delays. Why? - Baltic News NetworkRail Baltica – Estonia builds faster and cheaper; Latvia pays more and delays. Why?  Baltic News Network

IAEA Mission Recognizes Latvia’s Commitment to Improve Nuclear and Radiation Safety, Encourages Continued Improvements | IAEA - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Mission Recognizes Latvia’s Commitment to Improve Nuclear and Radiation Safety, Encourages Continued Improvements | IAEA  International Atomic Energy Agency

Indian diaspora welcomes Kanimozhi led all-party delegation in Latvia with 'Sindoor Samagam' event - MintIndian diaspora welcomes Kanimozhi led all-party delegation in Latvia with 'Sindoor Samagam' event  Mint

Food prices rise in Latvia – June brings increases in housing and fuel costs as well - Baltic News NetworkFood prices rise in Latvia – June brings increases in housing and fuel costs as well  Baltic News Network

Latvia - General DebateLatvia  General Debate

News: Secretary General attends Exercise Resolute Warrior in Latvia, 14-Nov.-2024 - NATONews: Secretary General attends Exercise Resolute Warrior in Latvia, 14-Nov.-2024  NATO

Latvia - EBRDLatvia  EBRD

Populations of Latvia and Lithuania in the context of some Indo-European and non-Indo-European speaking populations of Europe and India: insights from genetic structure analysis - FrontiersPopulations of Latvia and Lithuania in the context of some Indo-European and non-Indo-European speaking populations of Europe and India: insights from genetic structure analysis  Frontiers

Retail downturn in Latvia: decline both year-on-year and month-on-month - Baltic News NetworkRetail downturn in Latvia: decline both year-on-year and month-on-month  Baltic News Network

Finland, Latvia, Germany, Lithuania, And UK Tourists Spark Strong Tourism Momentum In Estonia During May 2025 Amid Post-Pandemic Travel Revival - Travel And Tour WorldFinland, Latvia, Germany, Lithuania, And UK Tourists Spark Strong Tourism Momentum In Estonia During May 2025 Amid Post-Pandemic Travel Revival  Travel And Tour World

Latvia names 1st 6 players to preliminary Olympics roster - NHL.comLatvia names 1st 6 players to preliminary Olympics roster  NHL.com

Best Places to Visit in Latvia: Discover Natural and Historical Gems - AirtelBest Places to Visit in Latvia: Discover Natural and Historical Gems  Airtel

Stock exchange listing – opportunity or threat? Latvian Prime Minister calls for open debate - Baltic News NetworkStock exchange listing – opportunity or threat? Latvian Prime Minister calls for open debate  Baltic News Network

Latvia to build first Baltic renewable fuel plant at Port of Riga - FastmarketsLatvia to build first Baltic renewable fuel plant at Port of Riga  Fastmarkets

Latvian citizen killed in Lithuania shootout suspected of double murder in Riga’s Plavnieki district - Baltic News NetworkLatvian citizen killed in Lithuania shootout suspected of double murder in Riga’s Plavnieki district  Baltic News Network

More storm warnings issued for Friday in Latvia / Article - LSMMore storm warnings issued for Friday in Latvia / Article  LSM

Testing begins of Latvian land and sea drones / Article - LSMTesting begins of Latvian land and sea drones / Article  LSM

MONEYVAL continues the evaluation process of Latvia - Council of EuropeMONEYVAL continues the evaluation process of Latvia  Council of Europe

Topic: NATO’s military presence in the east of the Alliance - NATOTopic: NATO’s military presence in the east of the Alliance  NATO

Futsal EURO 2026, Latvia, Lithuania & Slovenia: All you need to know - UEFA.comFutsal EURO 2026, Latvia, Lithuania & Slovenia: All you need to know  UEFA.com

International experts gathered in Riga to address journalist safety in Latvia - Council of EuropeInternational experts gathered in Riga to address journalist safety in Latvia  Council of Europe

5G on the frontline in Latvia - Data Center Dynamics5G on the frontline in Latvia  Data Center Dynamics

Now, European Tourism Holds Steady in Q2 2025: Malta Joins Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Hungary In Leading the Growth - Travel And Tour WorldNow, European Tourism Holds Steady in Q2 2025: Malta Joins Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Hungary In Leading the Growth  Travel And Tour World

Latvia criticises 'recent developments in Georgia' / Article - LSMLatvia criticises 'recent developments in Georgia' / Article  LSM

The rise of dual-use innovation: Latvia’s startups making global strides (Sponsored) - EU-StartupsThe rise of dual-use innovation: Latvia’s startups making global strides (Sponsored)  EU-Startups

Latvia: Mayor of Jekabpils and other public officials detained in probe into €16.9 million dam - European Public Prosecutor’s OfficeLatvia: Mayor of Jekabpils and other public officials detained in probe into €16.9 million dam  European Public Prosecutor’s Office

Sunotec buys Latvian solar-BESS project from Danish Sun Energy - PV TechSunotec buys Latvian solar-BESS project from Danish Sun Energy  PV Tech

Photo gallery: The Minister of Defence of Latvia visits NATO, 20-May.-2025 - NATOPhoto gallery: The Minister of Defence of Latvia visits NATO, 20-May.-2025  NATO

Latvia ramps up crackdown on Russian citizens with real estate purchase ban - politico.euLatvia ramps up crackdown on Russian citizens with real estate purchase ban  politico.eu

Latvia and Microsoft Collaborate to Advance Artificial Intelligence Innovation - MicrosoftLatvia and Microsoft Collaborate to Advance Artificial Intelligence Innovation  Microsoft

Inside Latvia’s race against time to build deterrence against Russia - Atlantic CouncilInside Latvia’s race against time to build deterrence against Russia  Atlantic Council

News - SPEEDWAY GP DEBUT FOR LATVIAN RACER KOSTIGOVS IN RIGA - FIM SpeedwayNews - SPEEDWAY GP DEBUT FOR LATVIAN RACER KOSTIGOVS IN RIGA  FIM Speedway

Latvia's parliament agrees to exit landmines treaty amid potential Russia threat - ReutersLatvia's parliament agrees to exit landmines treaty amid potential Russia threat  Reuters

Latvia adds three points - IIHFLatvia adds three points  IIHF

News: Secretary General praises Latvia for its contributions to NATO, 16-Oct.-2024 - NATONews: Secretary General praises Latvia for its contributions to NATO, 16-Oct.-2024  NATO

Tuesday set to be sunnier in Latvia / Article - LSMTuesday set to be sunnier in Latvia / Article  LSM

Latvian investment agency claims successful half-year / Article - LSMLatvian investment agency claims successful half-year / Article  LSM

Association: Latvian residents are not wealthy enough to pay for OIK business schemes - Baltic News NetworkAssociation: Latvian residents are not wealthy enough to pay for OIK business schemes  Baltic News Network

Five countries win seats on the UN Security Council - AP NewsFive countries win seats on the UN Security Council  AP News

Latvia shocks Slovakia - IIHFLatvia shocks Slovakia  IIHF

Latvia detains ex-MP in Russia probe - politico.euLatvia detains ex-MP in Russia probe  politico.eu

Beware unkempt tourists: Latvia tells citizens how to spot Russian spies - The GuardianBeware unkempt tourists: Latvia tells citizens how to spot Russian spies  The Guardian

Another rainy week ahead in Latvia / Article - LSMAnother rainy week ahead in Latvia / Article  LSM

Jelgava has Latvia's cleanest city air, according to European rankings / Article - LSMJelgava has Latvia's cleanest city air, according to European rankings / Article  LSM

News: NATO Integrated Air and Missile Defence experts meet in Latvia, 06-May.-2025 - NATONews: NATO Integrated Air and Missile Defence experts meet in Latvia, 06-May.-2025  NATO

'Lost tourists' in the forest might be Russian spies, Latvia warns - Euronews.com'Lost tourists' in the forest might be Russian spies, Latvia warns  Euronews.com

England midfielder Henderson to leave Ajax on free transfer, say reports - ReutersEngland midfielder Henderson to leave Ajax on free transfer, say reports  Reuters

Inclusive recruitment idea for people with disabilities wins Latvian social hackathon / Article - LSMInclusive recruitment idea for people with disabilities wins Latvian social hackathon / Article  LSM

US-Latvia Resilience Conference - Atlantic CouncilUS-Latvia Resilience Conference  Atlantic Council

Hometown pride in Riga after ‘Flow’ wins Latvia’s first Oscar - AP NewsHometown pride in Riga after ‘Flow’ wins Latvia’s first Oscar  AP News

Photo gallery: The Minister of Defence of Latvia visits NATO, 20-May.-2025 - NATOPhoto gallery: The Minister of Defence of Latvia visits NATO, 20-May.-2025  NATO

Latvia: Doorway To The EU - Global Finance MagazineLatvia: Doorway To The EU  Global Finance Magazine

EPO mission to Latvia and Lithuania - epo.orgEPO mission to Latvia and Lithuania  epo.org

Photo gallery: The Minister of Defence of Latvia visits NATO, 20-May.-2025 - NATOPhoto gallery: The Minister of Defence of Latvia visits NATO, 20-May.-2025  NATO

Construction contract in Latvia (Augstkalni wind farm foundations, electrical cables and roads) - The Manila TimesConstruction contract in Latvia (Augstkalni wind farm foundations, electrical cables and roads)  The Manila Times

Grand Chamber hearings concerning Latvia, Lithuania and Poland - ECHRGrand Chamber hearings concerning Latvia, Lithuania and Poland  ECHR

Hepsor Latvia OÜ, a subsidiary of Hepsor AS, acquires Latvian company Starta 17 SIA - The Manila TimesHepsor Latvia OÜ, a subsidiary of Hepsor AS, acquires Latvian company Starta 17 SIA  The Manila Times

WATCH: Contemporary dance performance 'Kastana puslode' / Article - LSMWATCH: Contemporary dance performance 'Kastana puslode' / Article  LSM

Latvian board game aims to promote STEM skills / Article - LSMLatvian board game aims to promote STEM skills / Article  LSM