Latvia

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

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Introduction

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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94 MW capacity solar park inaugurated in Latvia - Inspenet94 MW capacity solar park inaugurated in Latvia  Inspenet

Latvia braces for crucial dialogue with Moldova’s EU Integration chief - Trend News AgencyLatvia braces for crucial dialogue with Moldova’s EU Integration chief  Trend News Agency

Latvia Honors Legacy of Mariss Jansons with Postage Stamp - The Violin ChannelLatvia Honors Legacy of Mariss Jansons with Postage Stamp  The Violin Channel

Sunly secures loan for 329 MW of solar projects in Latvia - Renewables NowSunly secures loan for 329 MW of solar projects in Latvia  Renewables Now

Variable weather expected across Latvia on Saturday / Article - LSMVariable weather expected across Latvia on Saturday / 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

Player Spotlight: Latvia's Valdis Valters carrying on family legacy - fiba.basketballPlayer Spotlight: Latvia's Valdis Valters carrying on family legacy  fiba.basketball

EBRD supports large-scale hybrid solar energy rollout in Latvia - EBRDEBRD supports large-scale hybrid solar energy rollout in Latvia  EBRD

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

Ignitis Group completes 94MW solar PV project in Latvia - PV TechIgnitis Group completes 94MW solar PV project in Latvia  PV Tech

Latvia to get solar-power boost as energy company Sunly receives almost €85 million international financing - The European StingLatvia to get solar-power boost as energy company Sunly receives almost €85 million international financing  The European Sting

Latvia switches on 94 MW of solar - pv magazine InternationalLatvia switches on 94 MW of solar  pv magazine International

94 MW Varme solar farm in Latvia reaches the commercial operation date - GlobeNewswire94 MW Varme solar farm in Latvia reaches the commercial operation date  GlobeNewswire

Spain, Latvia, Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Greece: The Future of European Tourism in 2025: Growth, Staffing Hurdles, and the Push for Skilled Workers - Travel And Tour WorldSpain, Latvia, Germany, Croatia, Portugal, Greece: The Future of European Tourism in 2025: Growth, Staffing Hurdles, and the Push for Skilled Workers  Travel And Tour World

Ignitis Renewables completes first solar park in Latvia - ceenergynewsIgnitis Renewables completes first solar park in Latvia  ceenergynews

News - LATVIAN HERO LEBEDEVS READY TO TURN UP RIGA ROAR AT BIKERNIEKI - FIM SpeedwayNews - LATVIAN HERO LEBEDEVS READY TO TURN UP RIGA ROAR AT BIKERNIEKI  FIM Speedway

Ignitis kicks off commercial operations at 94-MW solar park in Latvia - Renewables NowIgnitis kicks off commercial operations at 94-MW solar park in Latvia  Renewables Now

Latvia shock Lithuania, Lastring has block party as last eight is set - fiba.basketballLatvia shock Lithuania, Lastring has block party as last eight is set  fiba.basketball

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

Latvia opens first public biomethane entry point - ceenergynewsLatvia opens first public biomethane entry point  ceenergynews

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

Latvian startup Handwave raises €3.6 million to make payment and identification as easy as a wave of your hand - EU-StartupsLatvian startup Handwave raises €3.6 million to make payment and identification as easy as a wave of your hand  EU-Startups

Anastasija Sevastova of Latvia upset two-time defending champion Jessica Pegula to reach the fourth round of the WTA Canadian Open - IslanderNews.comAnastasija Sevastova of Latvia upset two-time defending champion Jessica Pegula to reach the fourth round of the WTA Canadian Open  IslanderNews.com

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

10 countries where the population of women is higher than that of men - Times of India10 countries where the population of women is higher than that of men  Times of India

Yellow weather alerts across Latvia all weekend / Article - LSMYellow weather alerts across Latvia all weekend / Article  LSM

Latvia shaping EU goals on gender equality in sport - EuractivLatvia shaping EU goals on gender equality in sport  Euractiv

Herzog to visit Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia - JNS.orgHerzog to visit Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia  JNS.org

Latvia to step into the spotlight at the upcoming Locarno Film Festival - CineuropaLatvia to step into the spotlight at the upcoming Locarno Film Festival  Cineuropa

Latvia to get solar-power boost as energy company Sunly receives almost €85 million international financingThe European Sting is Your democratic, independent and top quality political newspaper specialized in European Union News. Unique Features: iStin - The European StingLatvia to get solar-power boost as energy company Sunly receives almost €85 million international financingThe European Sting is Your democratic, independent and top quality political newspaper specialized in European Union News. Unique Features: iStin  The European Sting

Orange alert for rain in force in most of Latvia / Article - LSMOrange alert for rain in force in most of Latvia / Article  LSM

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

Lithuania vs Latvia - Round of 16 - FIBA U18 EuroBasket 2025 - fiba.basketballLithuania vs Latvia - Round of 16 - FIBA U18 EuroBasket 2025  fiba.basketball

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

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

Judgment concerning Latvia - ECHRJudgment concerning Latvia  ECHR

Latvian storks' nest turns into mud bath / Article - LSMLatvian storks' nest turns into mud bath / Article  LSM

From Riga With Love: Latvia’s Patria 6x6s Power Up Ukraine’s Defenses - MediumFrom Riga With Love: Latvia’s Patria 6x6s Power Up Ukraine’s Defenses  Medium

The weather will remain rainy in Latvia in the middle and end of the week - Baltic News NetworkThe weather will remain rainy in Latvia in the middle and end of the week  Baltic News Network

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

2-time defending champion Jessica Pegula upset by Sevastova in 3rd round in Montreal - Times Union2-time defending champion Jessica Pegula upset by Sevastova in 3rd round in Montreal  Times Union

Anastasija Sevastova of Latvia upset two-time defending champion Jessica Pegula to reach the fourth round of the WTA Canadian Open - WV NewsAnastasija Sevastova of Latvia upset two-time defending champion Jessica Pegula to reach the fourth round of the WTA Canadian Open  WV News

Government at a Glance 2025: Latvia - OECDGovernment at a Glance 2025: Latvia  OECD

69236_Ukraine vs Latvia - Beach Soccer Worldwide69236_Ukraine vs Latvia  Beach Soccer Worldwide

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

Strawberry season grinds to a halt in Latvia / Article - LSMStrawberry season grinds to a halt in Latvia / Article  LSM

Construction begins on the first hydrogen-electric coastal fishing vessel in Latvia / Article - LSMConstruction begins on the first hydrogen-electric coastal fishing vessel in Latvia / Article  LSM

Heavy rain in central and western Latvia in next two days / Article - LSMHeavy rain in central and western Latvia in next two days / Article  LSM

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

Economists: Latvia will not benefit from Trump and Leyen’s tariff agreement - Baltic News NetworkEconomists: Latvia will not benefit from Trump and Leyen’s tariff agreement  Baltic News Network

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

Latvia's Selija military base construction progressing as planned / Article - LSMLatvia's Selija military base construction progressing as planned / Article  LSM

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

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

???? Latvia confirms Eurovision 2026 participation - That Eurovision Site???? Latvia confirms Eurovision 2026 participation  That Eurovision Site

Canadian Open champion Pegula beaten by world no. 386 in Montreal - Australian Broadcasting CorporationCanadian Open champion Pegula beaten by world no. 386 in Montreal  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

It's your round – Latvia produced 74.5 million litres of beer last year / Article - LSMIt's your round – Latvia produced 74.5 million litres of beer last year / Article  LSM

Cyber surge: How CAF and allies supercharged Latvia’s defence - canada.caCyber surge: How CAF and allies supercharged Latvia’s defence  canada.ca

Latvia's Eurovision show 'Supernova' is open for business / Article - LSMLatvia's Eurovision show 'Supernova' is open for business / Article  LSM

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

Latvia - EBRDLatvia  EBRD

Drift Masters Top 16 – Latvia livestream - Red BullDrift Masters Top 16 – Latvia livestream  Red Bull

Agriculture Ministry extends compensation window for Latvia's farmers / Article - LSMAgriculture Ministry extends compensation window for Latvia's farmers / Article  LSM

Video. New Hemingway-inspired mural unveiled in Latvian port city - Euronews.comVideo. New Hemingway-inspired mural unveiled in Latvian port city  Euronews.com

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

E-signature scammers detected in Latvia / Article - LSME-signature scammers detected in Latvia / Article  LSM

Thunderstorms expected again in Latvia on Monday / Article - LSMThunderstorms expected again in Latvia on Monday / Article  LSM

Half-year budget deficit was EUR 253.1 million in Latvia / Article - LSMHalf-year budget deficit was EUR 253.1 million in Latvia / Article  LSM

Minister: Latvia won't save at the expense of roads / Article - LSMMinister: Latvia won't save at the expense of roads / Article  LSM

Retail turnover figures show upward trend in Latvia / Article - LSMRetail turnover figures show upward trend in Latvia / Article  LSM

Many, many mosquitoes in Latvia / Article - LSMMany, many mosquitoes in Latvia / Article  LSM

New organization formed to take on Spanish slugs in Latvia / Article - LSMNew organization formed to take on Spanish slugs in Latvia / Article  LSM

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

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

IAEA Mission Recognizes Latvia’s Commitment to Improve Nuclear and Radiation Safety, Encourages Continued Improvements | IAEA - IAEAIAEA Mission Recognizes Latvia’s Commitment to Improve Nuclear and Radiation Safety, Encourages Continued Improvements | IAEA  IAEA

No more late-night booze buying in Latvia as of Friday / Article - LSMNo more late-night booze buying in Latvia as of Friday / Article  LSM

You can wander around Latvia's graveyards digitally / Article - LSMYou can wander around Latvia's graveyards digitally / Article  LSM

Latvia: LTV confirms participation at Eurovision 2026 - ESCToday.comLatvia: LTV confirms participation at Eurovision 2026  ESCToday.com

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

Big old trees can be tidied up for free in Latvia / Article - LSMBig old trees can be tidied up for free in Latvia / Article  LSM

Banks ponder changes to client language provision rules / Article - LSMBanks ponder changes to client language provision rules / Article  LSM

Latvia - General DebateLatvia  General Debate

Latvia's U-18 men's basketball team makes it to European semi-finals / Article - LSMLatvia's U-18 men's basketball team makes it to European semi-finals / Article  LSM

Latvia: The Fastest and Most Affordable Path to EU Residency - IMI DailyLatvia: The Fastest and Most Affordable Path to EU Residency  IMI Daily

MFA: Recognition of the State of Palestine is currently not on the Latvian government's agenda - Baltic News NetworkMFA: Recognition of the State of Palestine is currently not on the Latvian government's agenda  Baltic News Network

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

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

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

Jekabpils group happy to perform in Belarus despite war and warnings / Article - LSMJekabpils group happy to perform in Belarus despite war and warnings / Article  LSM

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

Latvia shocks Slovakia - IIHFLatvia shocks Slovakia  IIHF

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

Resilience through sports: Ukraine and Latvia confront geopolitical challenges - FrontiersResilience through sports: Ukraine and Latvia confront geopolitical challenges  Frontiers

Knockout magic: Latvia storm into Semis with Spain, France and Italy - fiba.basketballKnockout magic: Latvia storm into Semis with Spain, France and Italy  fiba.basketball

Latvian climbers rescue two critically ill climbers from other countries in the Pamir Mountains - Baltic News NetworkLatvian climbers rescue two critically ill climbers from other countries in the Pamir Mountains  Baltic News Network

Kurzeme water levels rose rapidly after Wednesday's rain / Article - LSMKurzeme water levels rose rapidly after Wednesday's rain / Article  LSM

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

Latvia: Supernova 2026 Format Announced - EurovoixLatvia: Supernova 2026 Format Announced  Eurovoix

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