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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PHOTOS: Air Force B-1s Soar Over Latvia with Allied Gripens - Air & Space Forces MagazinePHOTOS: Air Force B-1s Soar Over Latvia with Allied Gripens  Air & Space Forces Magazine

B-1 bombers, NATO fighters fly over Latvia to show unified force - Defense NewsB-1 bombers, NATO fighters fly over Latvia to show unified force  Defense News

Crisis management and resilience: Lessons from Latvia for NATO allies - Atlantic CouncilCrisis management and resilience: Lessons from Latvia for NATO allies  Atlantic Council

MONUMENT OF FREEDOM - US AIR FORCE BOMBER TASK FORCE CONDUCT FLYOVER IN LATVIA - shape.nato.intMONUMENT OF FREEDOM - US AIR FORCE BOMBER TASK FORCE CONDUCT FLYOVER IN LATVIA  shape.nato.int

Delska's New 10MW Data Center in Latvia Achieves Tier III Design Certification - PR NewswireDelska's New 10MW Data Center in Latvia Achieves Tier III Design Certification  PR Newswire

Latvia Golden Visa on Track for 51% Annual Growth as Real Estate Option Bounces Back - IMI DailyLatvia Golden Visa on Track for 51% Annual Growth as Real Estate Option Bounces Back  IMI Daily

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

Lufthansa Group investment in airBaltic completed alongside Latvian state - Aeronews GlobalLufthansa Group investment in airBaltic completed alongside Latvian state  Aeronews Global

Giannis puts on a show in his first EuroBasket 2025 prep game for Greece - BasketNews.comGiannis puts on a show in his first EuroBasket 2025 prep game for Greece  BasketNews.com

Porzingis pushes Latvia past Italy; dominant Serbia beat Slovenia - fiba.basketballPorzingis pushes Latvia past Italy; dominant Serbia beat Slovenia  fiba.basketball

U.S., Allied aircraft fly together over Riga, Latvia – demonstrate readiness and unity - afgsc.af.milU.S., Allied aircraft fly together over Riga, Latvia – demonstrate readiness and unity  afgsc.af.mil

What third country nationals need to know entering Latvia from September / Article - LSMWhat third country nationals need to know entering Latvia from September / Article  LSM

Latvia and Türkiye to expand collaboration within international drone coalition - Trend News AgencyLatvia and Türkiye to expand collaboration within international drone coalition  Trend News Agency

Far-right Israeli football fans set off pyrotechnics in Latvia’s capital - Al JazeeraFar-right Israeli football fans set off pyrotechnics in Latvia’s capital  Al Jazeera

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

News - Latvia’s First Alumni Scholar Explores EU Border Security and Integrated Deterrence - DVIDSNews - Latvia’s First Alumni Scholar Explores EU Border Security and Integrated Deterrence  DVIDS

Greek Freak unleashed: Giannis erupts in summer debut - fiba.basketballGreek Freak unleashed: Giannis erupts in summer debut  fiba.basketball

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

2025 ISU Junior Grand Prix Series Kicks off in Latvia - U.S. Figure Skating2025 ISU Junior Grand Prix Series Kicks off in Latvia  U.S. Figure Skating

Latvia bounced back against Italy in the last friendly game before EuroBasket - EurohoopsLatvia bounced back against Italy in the last friendly game before EuroBasket  Eurohoops

Latvia's Tet bigs itself up / Article - LSMLatvia's Tet bigs itself up / Article  LSM

B-1 Bombers and JAS 39 Gripens Fly Over Latvia - The National InterestB-1 Bombers and JAS 39 Gripens Fly Over Latvia  The National Interest

Summer today, but autumn’s breath will arrive in Latvia by the weekend - Baltic News NetworkSummer today, but autumn’s breath will arrive in Latvia by the weekend  Baltic News Network

How can Latvia’s IT sector grow sustainably? / Article - LSMHow can Latvia’s IT sector grow sustainably? / Article  LSM

BNN IN FOCUS | Political analyst on Latvia’s bleak financial future: Money squandered, GDP not growing - Baltic News NetworkBNN IN FOCUS | Political analyst on Latvia’s bleak financial future: Money squandered, GDP not growing  Baltic News Network

U.S. bomber due to fly over Latvia on Tuesday / Article - LSMU.S. bomber due to fly over Latvia on Tuesday / Article  LSM

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

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

Tele2 leads mobile internet speeds in Latvia - TelecompaperTele2 leads mobile internet speeds in Latvia  Telecompaper

Wednesday will be cooler again in Latvia / Article - LSMWednesday will be cooler again in Latvia / Article  LSM

Why Latvia is the underrated summer destination for your bucket list - CN TravellerWhy Latvia is the underrated summer destination for your bucket list  CN Traveller

This weekend will look like autumn in Latvia / Article - LSMThis weekend will look like autumn in Latvia / Article  LSM

Opinion: Ventas Osta – a feeding trough that gave nothing to Latvia - Baltic News NetworkOpinion: Ventas Osta – a feeding trough that gave nothing to Latvia  Baltic News Network

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

Latvia signals openness to deploying troops to Ukraine - Under future peace deal - Caliber.AzLatvia signals openness to deploying troops to Ukraine - Under future peace deal  Caliber.Az

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

Covid cases on the rise in Latvia / Article - LSMCovid cases on the rise in Latvia / Article  LSM

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

Cool and rainy weather again this week in Latvia / Article - LSMCool and rainy weather again this week in Latvia / Article  LSM

First autumn frosts and rain over the weekend – weather forecast for Latvia - Baltic News NetworkFirst autumn frosts and rain over the weekend – weather forecast for Latvia  Baltic News Network

Why Are American B-1B Lancers Flying Over Latvia? - The National InterestWhy Are American B-1B Lancers Flying Over Latvia?  The National Interest

Giannis Antetokounmpo confirmed to play vs. Latvia - BasketNews.comGiannis Antetokounmpo confirmed to play vs. Latvia  BasketNews.com

Lithuania outlasts dominant Porzingis-led Latvia in EuroBasket 2025 warm-up - BasketNews.comLithuania outlasts dominant Porzingis-led Latvia in EuroBasket 2025 warm-up  BasketNews.com

Latvia’s Peacekeeping Role in Ukraine Hinges on Security Guarantees - ?????Latvia’s Peacekeeping Role in Ukraine Hinges on Security Guarantees  ?????

Migrant smuggler with fake police license plate stopped in Latvia / Article - LSMMigrant smuggler with fake police license plate stopped in Latvia / Article  LSM

Latvian and Estonian Presidents take to two wheels / Article - LSMLatvian and Estonian Presidents take to two wheels / Article  LSM

Giannis Antetokounmpo's stats today from Greece vs. Latvia will make you do a double take - ca.sports.yahoo.comGiannis Antetokounmpo's stats today from Greece vs. Latvia will make you do a double take  ca.sports.yahoo.com

Trump's directive puts brakes on Latvia's postal service, halting deliveries to US - Trend News AgencyTrump's directive puts brakes on Latvia's postal service, halting deliveries to US  Trend News Agency

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

Porzingis leads Latvia to win after Doncic's 26-point first half - fiba.basketballPorzingis leads Latvia to win after Doncic's 26-point first half  fiba.basketball

Keshet brings Traffic Light to TV3 Latvia - Prensario InternacionalKeshet brings Traffic Light to TV3 Latvia  Prensario Internacional

Latvia’s security – stable or fragile? The National Guard commander responds - Baltic News NetworkLatvia’s security – stable or fragile? The National Guard commander responds  Baltic News Network

Unbeaten Lithuania overcome Porzingis, Latvia in OT classic; France beat Spain - fiba.basketballUnbeaten Lithuania overcome Porzingis, Latvia in OT classic; France beat Spain  fiba.basketball

Half million allocated for enhanced guarding of Latvia's eastern border / Article - LSMHalf million allocated for enhanced guarding of Latvia's eastern border / Article  LSM

Peat bog management considered in Latvia / Article - LSMPeat bog management considered in Latvia / Article  LSM

Germany, Latvia, Slovenia, and Spain advance to Semi-Finals - fiba.basketballGermany, Latvia, Slovenia, and Spain advance to Semi-Finals  fiba.basketball

Eurobasket Prep Recap: Greece 104, Latvia 86 - Brew HoopEurobasket Prep Recap: Greece 104, Latvia 86  Brew Hoop

Kristaps Porzingis shines as Latvia ends Italy’s winning streak - basketballsphere.comKristaps Porzingis shines as Latvia ends Italy’s winning streak  basketballsphere.com

Lufthansa Group finalises investment in airBaltic with Latvian State - Aviation24.beLufthansa Group finalises investment in airBaltic with Latvian State  Aviation24.be

Keshet International secured two-season deal for “Traffic Light” adaptation in Latvia - Señal News - Senal NewsKeshet International secured two-season deal for “Traffic Light” adaptation in Latvia - Señal News  Senal News

Invasive tree spreading quickly in Jelgava, Latvia / Article - LSMInvasive tree spreading quickly in Jelgava, Latvia / Article  LSM

A guide to Riga, Latvia - Lonely PlanetA guide to Riga, Latvia  Lonely Planet

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

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

Latvia and UNDP restore war-damaged kindergarten and children's hospital in Chernihiv - UNDPLatvia and UNDP restore war-damaged kindergarten and children's hospital in Chernihiv  UNDP

FATF and MONEYVAL adopt report on Latvia: first worldwide assessment under new evaluation round - The Council of EuropeFATF and MONEYVAL adopt report on Latvia: first worldwide assessment under new evaluation round  The Council of Europe

Latvia’s diaspora scientists invited to join database / Article - LSMLatvia’s diaspora scientists invited to join database / Article  LSM

Latvian doctors demand pay rise – trade union begins talks with the ministry - Baltic News NetworkLatvian doctors demand pay rise – trade union begins talks with the ministry  Baltic News Network

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

What happened in Latvia between August 18 and 21, 1991? / Article - LSMWhat happened in Latvia between August 18 and 21, 1991? / Article  LSM

Greece Joins France, Spain, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Latvia, and Portugal in Leading Europe’s Travel Boom With Record Visitors: New Report - Travel And Tour WorldGreece Joins France, Spain, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Lithuania, Malta, Latvia, and Portugal in Leading Europe’s Travel Boom With Record Visitors: New Report  Travel And Tour World

Drift Masters Top 32 – Latvia livestream - Red BullDrift Masters Top 32 – Latvia livestream  Red Bull

Latvia finds another 14 million euros for airBaltic / Article - LSMLatvia finds another 14 million euros for airBaltic / Article  LSM

Luka Doncic injured vs. Latvia, Slovenia loses again - BasketNews.comLuka Doncic injured vs. Latvia, Slovenia loses again  BasketNews.com

Poland refuses to buy Latvia’s unused Covid-19 vaccines - Baltic News NetworkPoland refuses to buy Latvia’s unused Covid-19 vaccines  Baltic News Network

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

EuroBasket 2025 could bring €60M to Latvia, Riga officials say - BasketNews.comEuroBasket 2025 could bring €60M to Latvia, Riga officials say  BasketNews.com

Latvian gov't to inject $16.3mn into airBaltic - ch-aviationLatvian gov't to inject $16.3mn into airBaltic  ch-aviation

EuroBasket 2025 Odds: Betting on Latvia and Turkey to go far in the tournament brings great value - basketballsphere.comEuroBasket 2025 Odds: Betting on Latvia and Turkey to go far in the tournament brings great value  basketballsphere.com

Mobile ducks and more: Latvia mulls slug war strategies / Article - LSMMobile ducks and more: Latvia mulls slug war strategies / Article  LSM

Lufthansa completes Air Baltic investment as Latvian carrier awaits IPO - FlightGlobalLufthansa completes Air Baltic investment as Latvian carrier awaits IPO  FlightGlobal

Latvia fight back to beat Greece; Nicolodi catches fire in Italy win - fiba.basketballLatvia fight back to beat Greece; Nicolodi catches fire in Italy win  fiba.basketball

News | Embassy of Latvia to India - Arlietu ministrijaNews | Embassy of Latvia to India  Arlietu ministrija

Latvia's key forward forced to miss EuroBasket 2025 due to injury - BasketNews.comLatvia's key forward forced to miss EuroBasket 2025 due to injury  BasketNews.com

Foreign direct investment reviews 2025: Latvia - White & Case LLPForeign direct investment reviews 2025: Latvia  White & Case LLP

Inforegio - Executive Vice-President Fitto and Commissioner Dombrovskis in Latvia and Estonia to discuss security and EU investments - European CommissionInforegio - Executive Vice-President Fitto and Commissioner Dombrovskis in Latvia and Estonia to discuss security and EU investments  European Commission

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

Are food prices really falling in Latvia? / Article - LSMAre food prices really falling in Latvia? / Article  LSM

Latvia becomes the 49th State to sign the Second Additional Protocol to the Convention on Cybercrime - The Council of EuropeLatvia becomes the 49th State to sign the Second Additional Protocol to the Convention on Cybercrime  The Council of Europe

Latvia shocks Slovakia - IIHFLatvia shocks Slovakia  IIHF

Omniva, Latvian Postal Service suspend shipments to USA / Article - LSMOmniva, Latvian Postal Service suspend shipments to USA / Article  LSM

Young Latvians compete at 'Cybersecurity camp' / Article - LSMYoung Latvians compete at 'Cybersecurity camp' / Article  LSM

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

It’s too early to talk about sending Latvian troops to Ukraine - President Rinkevics - ??????.???It’s too early to talk about sending Latvian troops to Ukraine - President Rinkevics  ??????.???

Rokas Jokubaitis dragged Lithuania in the OT victory over Latvia - EurohoopsRokas Jokubaitis dragged Lithuania in the OT victory over Latvia  Eurohoops

Shooting training at schools and dragon teeth at the border: Latvia is preparing for an emergency - Euronews.comShooting training at schools and dragon teeth at the border: Latvia is preparing for an emergency  Euronews.com

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’s Renewed Conscription Turns Two - Foreign Policy Research InstituteLatvia’s Renewed Conscription Turns Two  Foreign Policy Research Institute

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

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