
Latvian Government to Decide on airBaltic Capital Increase This Year
Latvia's Finance Minister Arvils Ašeradens announced that the government will need to decide on increasing the capital of the national airline airBaltic this year.
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Latvia's Finance Minister Arvils Ašeradens announced that the government will need to decide on increasing the capital of the national airline airBaltic this year.

The Latvian government is proposing a new plan to significantly restrict the import of goods from Russia and Belarus, including food and industrial products, citing security concerns and the need for legal implementation.
The Latvian government has endorsed a plan to develop 1,000 kilometers of high-speed roads by the year 2040.
The Latvian government has allocated 100,000 euros to be shared between Rīga and Liepāja airports.

The Latvian government decided on Tuesday, April 21, to reallocate 70 million euros to provide military support to Ukraine.

A historical event recounts a coup attempt against the Provisional Government of Latvia, led by Kārlis Ulmanis, which took place in Liepāja.

The Latvian government has approved the merger of five psychoneurological hospitals into the National Mental Health Center. This move aims to ensure unified and effective management of psychiatric care in the country.

The Latvian government suggests that all three Baltic states jointly coordinate airBaltic operations, though Estonia has not yet agreed to acquire a stake in the company.

The Latvian government has decided to award a one-time payment of 15,000 euros to the family whose triplets were born on March 22 at Paula Stradiņa Clinical University Hospital.

The Latvian government is set to approve tax relief measures for diesel fuel.
Details regarding the precise structure and composition of Latvia's proposed new government have been revealed.

The Latvian government has approved changes to regulations concerning the gambling and lottery sector, facilitating the merger of the Lotteries and Gambling Supervisory Inspection (IAUI) into the State Revenue Service (VID) starting April 1st.

Despite it being an election year, experts consulted by Latvian Radio advise the government against attempting to regulate fuel prices, arguing that intervention is currently unwarranted.

The Latvian government has officially included the Spanish slug in its list of invasive species, recognizing it as one of the most destructive pests for fields and gardens in Latvia after years of debate.

The Latvian government has approved the allocation of 400,000 euros in support for startups in 2026.

The Latvian government approved the allocation of 1.88 million euros to support Ukraine's energy and military sectors on Tuesday, February 24.

The Latvian government has postponed for a second time its decision on the budget difficulties of Valkas municipality, following a request from the Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS).

The Latvian government has granted a 30 million euro loan to national airline airBaltic after heated discussions with the opposition, while Ryanair's CEO predicts the airline's bankruptcy this year.

The Latvian government has given its approval for the development of two out of three planned wind power parks, 'Eko Ziemeļi' and 'Kurzeme', located in the Kurzeme region.
The Latvian government has approved an additional 70 million euros in financial support for Ukraine, further contributing to international aid efforts.

The Latvian government has approved a proposal by the Ministry of Economics to impose a solidarity payment on fuel traders until the end of the year if retail fuel prices significantly exceed changes in world market oil product prices. This measure aims to reduce fuel traders' profits.

The Latvian government has approved new conditions for state school funding, set to fully implement the "Programma skolā" model from the new academic year, which requires a certain number of students for full state support.

On April 14, the Latvian government supported amendments to several education laws proposed by the Ministry of Education and Science, introducing a new unified academic career system for higher education.

The Latvian government has decided to ask parliament to approve a 30 million euro short-term loan for the national airline airBaltic, aiming to mitigate the negative impact of the Middle East conflict.

Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže announced that the Latvian government has adopted a decision to provide Ukraine with a new aid package worth €6.8 million.

Riga will host a second international Drone Summit in May, bringing together drone industry leaders from allied countries, with the Latvian Cabinet of Ministers approving its organization.

The Latvian government is preparing solutions to limit fuel price increases starting in April, including a potential reduction in excise tax on fuel and the introduction of a windfall tax on fuel retail.

A podcast episode discusses the report on the achievements and plans of Evika Siliņa's government to the Saeima, featuring participants including Minister of Smart Administration and Regional Development Raimonds Čudars and a representative from the Union of Greens and Farmers.

The Latvian government has agreed to establish two service check commissions for the Rail Baltica railway project, initiated by the Prime Minister. One investigation will focus on the rail switch procurement, and the other on an unfinished bridge support.

The Latvian government has allocated 752,000 euros for the repatriation and evacuation of Latvian citizens from the United Arab Emirates, with passengers contributing 350 euros each for flights organized with airBaltic.

Approximately one-third of Latvia's population is satisfied with the Siliņa government's work, as the Saeima prepares to hear its annual report on security, economic growth, and bureaucracy reduction.

The Latvian government has approved the Ministry of Culture's proposal to postpone the construction and commissioning of the Latvian National Theatre annex in Riga until October 9, 2036.

The Latvian government approved two of three planned wind farm environmental impact assessments in Kurzeme this week, but postponed the "K2 Ventum" project in Pāvilosta, leading to developer confusion.

The Latvian government has approved two out of three planned wind farm environmental impact assessments in Kurzeme, despite protests and objections from activists during a cabinet meeting.

The Latvian government is reviewing a report on improving the election platform for the upcoming Saeima elections, following a recent decision to terminate a contract with the developer RIX Technologies.

The Latvian government approved the use of the European Security Action Fund (SAFE) instrument and reallocated €32 million for the acquisition of drones, guided missiles, and anti-drone systems.

Latvian political scientist Iveta Kažoka stated in a radio interview that any event could lead to the collapse of the current government.

The Latvian government has decided to apply a solidarity payment to fuel retailers if their actual retail price exceeds the objectively calculated price by more than 3%.
The Latvian government has scheduled a meeting for Monday to discuss the current situation concerning the national airline, airBaltic.

The Latvian government failed to advance a bill proposing a solidarity payment for fuel retailers, indicating a lack of consensus on the measure.

The Latvian government has decided to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on basic food products from 21% to 12% for one year, a move commented on by the head of Estonian retailer Rimi.

The Latvian Cabinet approved the reallocation of €41 million in EU funds to complete the reconstruction of the Latvian Oncology Center at Riga East Clinical University Hospital.

The Latvian government has supported the transfer of supervision and licensing of non-bank consumer lenders to a single institution, with plans to entrust these functions to Latvijas Banka (Bank of Latvia).

The Latvian government's report on its achievements highlights several challenges, with an analysis suggesting that the way problems are formulated in economic policy influences the range of possible solutions.

The Latvian government has approved a reform proposed by the Ministry of Justice to liquidate the Insolvency Control Service (MKD). Starting October 1, the MKD's functions will be integrated into the Ministry of Justice and the Court Administration, with some functions transferred elsewhere.

The Latvian government has decided to reduce the duration of primary accommodation for Ukrainian civilian refugees to 60 days and decrease the amount of state-compensated food provision.

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa reported to the cabinet on the government's achievements for 2025, highlighting progress in security and support for Ukraine.