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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Lithuanian Prime Minister Ruginiene pays a visit to Latvia / Article - LSMLithuanian Prime Minister Ruginiene pays a visit to Latvia / Article  LSM

Saeima representative talks up Nordic-Baltic "regional unity" even as Latvia ponders going it alone - LSMSaeima representative talks up Nordic-Baltic "regional unity" even as Latvia ponders going it alone  LSM

Latvia orders Skorpion 2 remote minelaying systems - JanesLatvia orders Skorpion 2 remote minelaying systems  Janes

Latvia collects half as much e-waste as hits its market / Article - LSMLatvia collects half as much e-waste as hits its market / Article  LSM

Latvia orders more than 800 Russian citizens to leave by mid-October - politico.euLatvia orders more than 800 Russian citizens to leave by mid-October  politico.eu

Spooked by the war in Ukraine, Russia's Baltic neighbors prepare for future conflict - NBC NewsSpooked by the war in Ukraine, Russia's Baltic neighbors prepare for future conflict  NBC News

Latvia orders over 800 Russian citizens to leave by mid-October - The Kyiv IndependentLatvia orders over 800 Russian citizens to leave by mid-October  The Kyiv Independent

Latvian police bust European cybercrime ring and arrest seven suspects, Europol says - Euronews.comLatvian police bust European cybercrime ring and arrest seven suspects, Europol says  Euronews.com

Five-star England qualify for 2026 World Cup after Kane’s double sees off Latvia - The GuardianFive-star England qualify for 2026 World Cup after Kane’s double sees off Latvia  The Guardian

Ollie Watkins to miss England World Cup qualifier against Latvia with injury - BBCOllie Watkins to miss England World Cup qualifier against Latvia with injury  BBC

IAEA Reviews Latvia’s Nuclear Emergency Preparedness and Response - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Reviews Latvia’s Nuclear Emergency Preparedness and Response  International Atomic Energy Agency

Latvia adds big batteries to complete grid sync with Europe, two major Estonian projects secure finance - ess-news.comLatvia adds big batteries to complete grid sync with Europe, two major Estonian projects secure finance  ess-news.com

The Istanbul Convention is not a threat to Latvian values - it is a tool to realise them, and it must be protected - Equality NowThe Istanbul Convention is not a threat to Latvian values - it is a tool to realise them, and it must be protected  Equality Now

Latvia’s and international leaders in security, technology, and investment to gather in Liepaja for the first Latvian Dual-Use Export Forum - The Baltic TimesLatvia’s and international leaders in security, technology, and investment to gather in Liepaja for the first Latvian Dual-Use Export Forum  The Baltic Times

Latvia Is Offering A Permanent Residency And Indians Can Apply Too - NDTVLatvia Is Offering A Permanent Residency And Indians Can Apply Too  NDTV

The Latvian Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale Invites Critical Dialogue on the Spatial Impact of Conflict - ArchDailyThe Latvian Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale Invites Critical Dialogue on the Spatial Impact of Conflict  ArchDaily

Mass protest in Latvia in defence of the Istanbul Convention - Baltic News NetworkMass protest in Latvia in defence of the Istanbul Convention  Baltic News Network

UK Troops Explore New Military Technology in Latvia - Bloomberg.comUK Troops Explore New Military Technology in Latvia  Bloomberg.com

Latvia Retail Sales Growth Slows in September - TradingViewLatvia Retail Sales Growth Slows in September  TradingView

NATO Launches Largest Digital Warfare Exercise in Latvia - The Defense PostNATO Launches Largest Digital Warfare Exercise in Latvia  The Defense Post

Queen Mary of Denmark wears 200-year-old jewels to join King Frederik in Latvia - HOLAQueen Mary of Denmark wears 200-year-old jewels to join King Frederik in Latvia  HOLA

Latvian, Danish leaders discuss security, cooperation - XinhuaLatvian, Danish leaders discuss security, cooperation  Xinhua

SOLAR-PLUS-STORAGE ROUND-UP: Greenvolt secures finance, European Energy divests Latvian project - PV TechSOLAR-PLUS-STORAGE ROUND-UP: Greenvolt secures finance, European Energy divests Latvian project  PV Tech

Latvia enhances diplomatic dialogue with the Dominican Republic and Bangladesh - Trend News AgencyLatvia enhances diplomatic dialogue with the Dominican Republic and Bangladesh  Trend News Agency

General government debt per capita in Latvia reaches 10,600 euros - Baltic News NetworkGeneral government debt per capita in Latvia reaches 10,600 euros  Baltic News Network

One in five mothers in Latvia affected by postpartum depression, study reveals - Baltic News NetworkOne in five mothers in Latvia affected by postpartum depression, study reveals  Baltic News Network

Public debt still relatively low in Latvia / Article - LSMPublic debt still relatively low in Latvia / Article  LSM

Maxima's e-shop will stop delivering to several Latvian regions / Article - LSMMaxima's e-shop will stop delivering to several Latvian regions / Article  LSM

Father who murdered 7-year-old daughter in Latvia has sentence increased / Article - LSMFather who murdered 7-year-old daughter in Latvia has sentence increased / Article  LSM

Danish State Visit to Latvia - The Royal WatcherDanish State Visit to Latvia  The Royal Watcher

Baltic sync is complete: Latvia’s giant batteries help energy independence - ceenergynewsBaltic sync is complete: Latvia’s giant batteries help energy independence  ceenergynews

Study suggests one in five mothers suffer from postpartum depression in Latvia / Article - LSMStudy suggests one in five mothers suffer from postpartum depression in Latvia / Article  LSM

Denmark's King Frederik and Queen Mary begin their state visit to Latvia - Reuters ConnectDenmark's King Frederik and Queen Mary begin their state visit to Latvia  Reuters Connect

Frontline Goes Digital: UK Troops Experiment With New Battlefield Network System - The Defense PostFrontline Goes Digital: UK Troops Experiment With New Battlefield Network System  The Defense Post

Saeima to decide Istanbul Convention's fate in Latvia on Thursday / Article - LSMSaeima to decide Istanbul Convention's fate in Latvia on Thursday / Article  LSM

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

Big demonstration in Riga against Istanbul Convention exit / Article - LSMBig demonstration in Riga against Istanbul Convention exit / Article  LSM

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

DORA in the Baltics: What Financial Entities in Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania Must Know - The Baltic TimesDORA in the Baltics: What Financial Entities in Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania Must Know  The Baltic Times

Latvia, Portugal, Estonia, Spain, Slovenia, and Norway Connect to Over 90 Direct Routes in airBaltic’s Expansive Winter 2025-2026 Network, Featuring Vibrant Cities, Ski Resorts, and Sunny Getaways for All Travelers - Travel And Tour WorldLatvia, Portugal, Estonia, Spain, Slovenia, and Norway Connect to Over 90 Direct Routes in airBaltic’s Expansive Winter 2025-2026 Network, Featuring Vibrant Cities, Ski Resorts, and Sunny Getaways for All Travelers  Travel And Tour World

Saeima committee continues mulling Latvia's withdrawal from Istanbul Convention / Article - LSMSaeima committee continues mulling Latvia's withdrawal from Istanbul Convention / Article  LSM

The Third Edition of The MICHELIN Guide Latvia Has Been Launched - Groupe MichelinThe Third Edition of The MICHELIN Guide Latvia Has Been Launched  Groupe Michelin

Latvia orders ammunition factory from Rheinmetall - RheinmetallLatvia orders ammunition factory from Rheinmetall  Rheinmetall

The MICHELIN Guide Latvia 2026: All The Winners - MICHELIN GuideThe MICHELIN Guide Latvia 2026: All The Winners  MICHELIN Guide

Women’s rights activists protest against Latvia’s possible withdrawal from domestic violence treaty - PBSWomen’s rights activists protest against Latvia’s possible withdrawal from domestic violence treaty  PBS

Light rain across Latvia on Monday / Article - LSMLight rain across Latvia on Monday / Article  LSM

Latvia Uncovers Group Preparing Arson Attacks on Defense Sites Under Orders from Russian Intelligence - ??????????Latvia Uncovers Group Preparing Arson Attacks on Defense Sites Under Orders from Russian Intelligence  ??????????

Kremlin says Russians kicked out by Latvia are most welcome back home - politico.euKremlin says Russians kicked out by Latvia are most welcome back home  politico.eu

UK tests AI battlefield network in Latvia base - ??????? ????UK tests AI battlefield network in Latvia base  ??????? ????

News in simple Latvian: 29th October, 2025 / Article - LSMNews in simple Latvian: 29th October, 2025 / Article  LSM

WATCH: Latvian Football Cup Final / Article - LSMWATCH: Latvian Football Cup Final / Article  LSM

More than 11,000 people urge Latvia to remain in the Istanbul Convention, while parliament delays the debate - Baltic News NetworkMore than 11,000 people urge Latvia to remain in the Istanbul Convention, while parliament delays the debate  Baltic News Network

Mass protest held in Riga against Latvia's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention - ?????????? ??????????? ??????Mass protest held in Riga against Latvia's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention  ?????????? ??????????? ??????

Retail trade up 2.6% on year in September in Latvia / Article - LSMRetail trade up 2.6% on year in September in Latvia / Article  LSM

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

Warmish wettish week in Latvia / Article - LSMWarmish wettish week in Latvia / Article  LSM

Arson attacks in Latvia planned on Russia’s orders – VDD has collected evidence - Baltic News NetworkArson attacks in Latvia planned on Russia’s orders – VDD has collected evidence  Baltic News Network

Sri Lankan Migrant Found Dead on Belarus–Latvia Border — State Border Committee - REFORM.news (????? REFORM.by)Sri Lankan Migrant Found Dead on Belarus–Latvia Border — State Border Committee  REFORM.news (????? REFORM.by)

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

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

Latvia records one of the fastest growth rates in new car registrations in the EU - Baltic News NetworkLatvia records one of the fastest growth rates in new car registrations in the EU  Baltic News Network

Four people suspected of preparing sabotage on behalf of Russia detained in Latvia - ??????Four people suspected of preparing sabotage on behalf of Russia detained in Latvia  ??????

Latgale's population aging fastest in Latvia / Article - LSMLatgale's population aging fastest in Latvia / Article  LSM

Warm weather to stretch into November in Latvia / Article - LSMWarm weather to stretch into November in Latvia / Article  LSM

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

Terrorist attacks prepared on behalf of Russia: four people detained in Latvia - ?????????? ??????????? ??????Terrorist attacks prepared on behalf of Russia: four people detained in Latvia  ?????????? ??????????? ??????

Not Enough Children: Two More Schools Will Close in Latvia - Inbox.lvNot Enough Children: Two More Schools Will Close in Latvia  Inbox.lv

IKEA to be Latvia’s largest private forest owner - TVP WorldIKEA to be Latvia’s largest private forest owner  TVP World

Geographic source attribution of honey by strontium isotope analyses: Latvia and India measurements compared to model predictions in a feasibility study - ScienceDirect.comGeographic source attribution of honey by strontium isotope analyses: Latvia and India measurements compared to model predictions in a feasibility study  ScienceDirect.com

Queen Mary wows in diamond tiara and red ballgown at Latvia state banquet - HELLO! MagazineQueen Mary wows in diamond tiara and red ballgown at Latvia state banquet  HELLO! Magazine

Latvia's CleanR Grupa offers new bond / Article - LSMLatvia's CleanR Grupa offers new bond / Article  LSM

Latvian president ready to review law on withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention - Baltic News NetworkLatvian president ready to review law on withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention  Baltic News Network

Wednesday will be a bit sunnier in Latvia / Article - LSMWednesday will be a bit sunnier in Latvia / Article  LSM

‘I stayed in a manor fit for a Baltic baron’: exploring Latvia’s pristine coast and forests - The Guardian‘I stayed in a manor fit for a Baltic baron’: exploring Latvia’s pristine coast and forests  The Guardian

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

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

FK Auda lifts Latvian football cup / Article - LSMFK Auda lifts Latvian football cup / Article  LSM

How much money do Latvians need to feel secure? Residents name their sum - Baltic News NetworkHow much money do Latvians need to feel secure? Residents name their sum  Baltic News Network

King Frederik, Queen Mary wrap State Visit on lavish note at Latvian museum - Daily JangKing Frederik, Queen Mary wrap State Visit on lavish note at Latvian museum  Daily Jang

Latvia 0-5 England: England qualify for 2026 World Cup – as it happened - The GuardianLatvia 0-5 England: England qualify for 2026 World Cup – as it happened  The Guardian

Latvia ranks 21st in world justice index / Article - LSMLatvia ranks 21st in world justice index / Article  LSM

Belarus suspends bus services to Latvia, Lithuania amid border closures - Caliber.AzBelarus suspends bus services to Latvia, Lithuania amid border closures  Caliber.Az

Child dies in car crash in Latgale / Article - LSMChild dies in car crash in Latgale / Article  LSM

Breast cancer screening does not hit targets in Latvia / Article - LSMBreast cancer screening does not hit targets in Latvia / Article  LSM

New taxi service 'Ruut' hits Latvian streets on Monday / Article - LSMNew taxi service 'Ruut' hits Latvian streets on Monday / Article  LSM

Latvia to Prosecute Russian-Linked Saboteurs Behind Planned Attacks on Critical Sites - UNITED24 MediaLatvia to Prosecute Russian-Linked Saboteurs Behind Planned Attacks on Critical Sites  UNITED24 Media

Latvia: ETA mandatory from September 1, 2025 for certain travelers - VisasNewsLatvia: ETA mandatory from September 1, 2025 for certain travelers  VisasNews

Progressives: Latvia has two coalitions / Article - LSMProgressives: Latvia has two coalitions / Article  LSM

Nordic parliament speakers express concern that Latvia may withdraw from the Istanbul Convention - Baltic News NetworkNordic parliament speakers express concern that Latvia may withdraw from the Istanbul Convention  Baltic News Network

U.S., Allied Aircraft Demonstrate Readiness, Unity Over Latvia - U.S. Department of War (.gov)U.S., Allied Aircraft Demonstrate Readiness, Unity Over Latvia  U.S. Department of War (.gov)

The state visit by the Danish royal couple to Latvia begins. Baiba Braže and the Danish Foreign Minister to discuss bilateral and security issues, broader cooperation in the field of quantum technology - Arlietu ministrijaThe state visit by the Danish royal couple to Latvia begins. Baiba Braže and the Danish Foreign Minister to discuss bilateral and security issues, broader cooperation in the field of quantum technology  Arlietu ministrija

Scammers take to using fake QR codes more in Latvia / Article - LSMScammers take to using fake QR codes more in Latvia / Article  LSM

“Considering Russia's aggressive policy…”: The King of Denmark will help Latvia form a division - Inbox.lv“Considering Russia's aggressive policy…”: The King of Denmark will help Latvia form a division  Inbox.lv

Medical tourism has had a good year in Latvia / Article - LSMMedical tourism has had a good year in Latvia / Article  LSM

Hackfest 2025: Canada-Latvia cyber partnerships in the spotlight - canada.caHackfest 2025: Canada-Latvia cyber partnerships in the spotlight  canada.ca

Clocks go back one hour this weekend in Latvia / Article - LSMClocks go back one hour this weekend in Latvia / Article  LSM

Where to eat, drink and party in Riga, Latvia - Lonely PlanetWhere to eat, drink and party in Riga, Latvia  Lonely Planet

New women's prison could be built in Cesis within three years / Article - LSMNew women's prison could be built in Cesis within three years / Article  LSM

Latvia extends nighttime airspace restrictions near borders with Russia and Belarus - The Kyiv IndependentLatvia extends nighttime airspace restrictions near borders with Russia and Belarus  The Kyiv Independent

Latvia and UNDP restore war-damaged kindergarten and children's hospital in Chernihiv - United Nations Development ProgrammeLatvia and UNDP restore war-damaged kindergarten and children's hospital in Chernihiv  United Nations Development Programme