The Food and Veterinary Service (FVS) will be able to control transit grain cargoes in Latvian ports. This was announced by Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs ("United List") after an extraordinary government meeting on Friday.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs announced the extension of Latvia's border security operation aimed at curbing illegal migration, following a cabinet meeting review.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs stated that Latvia's military threat level remains unchanged and urged citizens not to panic over rumors of a potential state of emergency, emphasizing stable defense readiness.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs was presented with the Order of Merit, 1st degree, by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a visit to Kyiv. The honor recognizes Latvia's diplomatic and material backing of Ukraine.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs declared that a fire at Milrem Robotics, an Estonian company manufacturing robotic ground systems sold to Ukraine, was an act of hybrid warfare by Russia.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs and Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs have discussed proposals to make public officials' declarations accessible only to identifiable individuals.
Prim-ministrul leton, Andris Kulbergs, a criticat aspru opoziția față de interzicerea totală a intrării în UE a celor care participă la războiul Rusiei împotriva Ucrainei, în cadrul celui mai recent…
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' visit to Liepāja, including a photo opportunity on a combine harvester and a market stroll, is analyzed for the influence of Sesks and the 'United List' office.
Representatives of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Latvia have described their meeting with Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs as unconstructive, as the government continues to review NGO funding.
Nearly two months after Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs promised to quickly simplify the process for individuals and businesses to coordinate construction, a ready solution and implementation deadline are still not available.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs stated that Russia and Belarus are escalating hybrid warfare against the Baltic state, as President Vladimir Putin seeks to divert attention from losses.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs announced that discussions are underway with three investors regarding potential investments in the national airline, airBaltic.
Ministru prezidents Andris Kulbergs ("Apvienotais saraksts") pagarinājis ierobežojumus jaunu informācijas un komunikācijas tehnoloģiju (IKT) iepirkumu slēgšanai ministrijās un to padotības iestādēs…
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs of the 'United List' has appointed Krists Avots as his parliamentary secretary, effective July 10. Avots previously served as an external advisor to the Prime Minister on information and communication technologies and election matters.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has indicated that the national airline airBaltic cannot continue its operations without additional financial support.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs stated that Estonians are living in a world of illusions regarding the "Rail Baltica" project, calling their expectations mathematically impossible.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs described the national airline airBaltic's new business plan as "quite concrete, precise, and potentially feasible" after reviewing it.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs announced that ministers' performance on three priority tasks will be evaluated at least monthly, with priorities to be confirmed by the end of June.
Following the approval of Andris Kulbergs' government, several former ministers, including Ašeradens, Čudars, and Švinka, have returned to work in the 14th Saeima, while politicians who had been approved in their places lost their parliamentary mandates.
Four new advisors have joined the office of Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, led by Mareks Gruškevics, as of June 1. The advisors will cover areas such as public administration, communication, legal affairs, information and communication technologies, and election matters.
The Latvian parliament has approved a new government led by Andris Kulbergs, following the collapse of the previous coalition. The change in leadership occurred after a controversy involving a Ukrainian drone incursion from Russia.
The Latvian Saeima is scheduled to vote tomorrow on the approval of a new Cabinet of Ministers under the leadership of Andris Kulbergs. The government is expected to serve until the 15th Saeima decides on confidence in the new parliament in early October.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs met with his nominated prime minister candidate Andris Kulbergs, who has since confirmed the distribution of portfolios for the upcoming government, having been tasked with preparing a list of government priorities and a potential cabinet composition.
Mārtiņš Kazāks, President of the Bank of Latvia, emphasized the need to form a new government as quickly as possible after meeting with Prime Minister-designate Andris Kulbergs.
A political scientist from Riga Stradiņš University stated that the Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) should consider if joining the government formed by nominated Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs is in their best interest.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has publicly questioned the current financing framework for non-governmental organizations in Latvia, arguing that funding should be tied to demonstrable outcomes and fiscal restraint.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs publicly dismissed Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava's proposed immigration restrictions, arguing that the current measures have achieved insufficient results after three months.
Recent surveys show growing support for the ruling "United List" party led by PM Andris Kulbergs, while popularity among other coalition partners has declined as elections approach.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs stated on August 24 that Russia's provocations against European countries constitute a 'war of Russia against the West, the EU, and NATO.'
A live discussion and subsequent broadcast/podcast were held concerning airBaltic's business plan and its implications for Latvia's interests, featuring Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs and other ministers.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has requested €7 billion from Brussels to help cover military and economic costs incurred since the start of the war in Ukraine, citing increased defense spending and a decline in trade with Russia.
Latvijas premjerministrs Andris Kulbergs ("Apvienotais saraksts") vēlas, lai Brisele piešķirtu 7 miljardus eiro Krievijas kara radīto militāro un ekonomisko izmaksu segšanai, vēsta tīmekļa izdevums…
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs views airBaltic's insolvency as the worst possible outcome, outlining the government's plan to stabilize the airline's financial situation through debt deferral and new investments.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has instructed the Ministry of Finance to evaluate remote work practices in public administration, suggesting that most state institution employees should return to in-person work.
In July, the popularity of Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' political party, "Apvienotais saraksts" (AS), continued to grow, while the Green and Farmers' Union (ZZS) fell below the 5% barrier.
Estonian Prime Minister criticized Latvia regarding the Rail Baltica project, suggesting that Estonia and Lithuania could offer assistance, following earlier discussions with Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' statements regarding the funding of non-governmental organizations have ignited a discussion about the use of state money, raising broader economic questions about the value of non-market goods.
A memorial plaque commemorating the "Baltic Way" non-violent resistance action was unveiled in Paris, France, a day before Bastille Day celebrations. The event was attended by Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' government has completed only three out of 61 priority tasks within its first month, a result with which the Prime Minister expressed dissatisfaction.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs announced that the state is not an ideal supervisor for the aviation business and that national airline airBaltic requires a strategic investor. He has met with a potential investor who submitted a written proposal.
The Latvian government, led by Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, held an extraordinary cabinet meeting to approve decisions for the development of the Latgale region, focusing on border security and economic growth.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has imposed a 30-day moratorium on major information and communication technology (ICT) procurements to review their utility and procedures.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs is advocating for the appointment of the State Chancellery director without a competition, a move that has drawn warnings about potential risks from the organization 'Delna'.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs met with new Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, stating that the public expects clear and concrete decisions to address unresolved problems.
Andris Kulbergs, who became Prime Minister this week, is the first premier without prior government experience since 2002, yet most of his cabinet consists of seasoned political veterans.
Latvia has formed a new center-right coalition government led by businessman Andris Kulbergs, who assembled the broad coalition in ten days, signaling a unified approach to governance and raising expectations among entrepreneurs.
The Green and Farmers' Union (ZZS) reflects on its nearly three-year term in the 14th Saeima coalition, discussing ideological searches, figures like Lembergs, and the Russian narrative, as a new government under Andris Kulbergs is being formed.
Following the Latvian President's invitation, Andris Kulbergs of the 'United List' is tasked with forming a new government, with discussions involving representatives from other political parties.
Following a joint meeting of four parties, prime ministerial candidate Andris Kulbergs announced that Wednesday would be the decisive moment for forming a new government, as the 'New Unity' party is expected to give its answer on joining the coalition.
Andris Kulbergs, the Prime Minister candidate nominated by the President, has begun negotiations to form a new Latvian government. Social partners expect a capable and stable cabinet, while there is no consensus yet on the composition of the next coalition.
Latvia's President has nominated opposition figure Andris Kulbergs to form a new government, tasking him with building a broad coalition. This development follows political shifts and discussions about the country's future leadership.
During a special broadcast marking his administration's centenary, PM Andris Kulbergs discussed progress with key ministers including Viktors Valainis and Jānis Dombrava on economic and interior affairs.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs ("United List") has requested the Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) to submit all documents regarding the allocation of 225,000 euros in state funding to seven...
Following recent severe weather, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs criticized emergency service cooperation while President Edgars Rinkēvičs advocated for establishing a fully functional crisis management center modeled on Ukraine's approach.
Following a data leak from the Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD), Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has suggested restricting anonymous access to public officials' income declarations, a proposal met with skepticism by security experts.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has reportedly requested 7 billion euros from Brussels to cover his country's military and economic expenses related to the war in Ukraine, stating Europe must pay for its security in euros or Latvia will pay in lives.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has requested 7 billion euros from Brussels to help cover the military and economic expenses incurred from confronting Russia.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has voiced strong criticism against the opposition to a full EU ban on Russian servicemen involved in the war against Ukraine, as part of the latest sanctions package.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs announced that his government has fully completed seven out of 61 priority tasks, with dozens more in progress and at least three still pending.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has caused a weeks-long stir regarding the funding of non-governmental organizations, based on what are described as misleading and half-truths shared on social media.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has proposed consolidating all state-owned companies into a single 'Latvijas Attīstības fonds' (Latvian Development Fund), a move experts generally view as promising despite some nuances.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs maintains his stance that the utility of state funding allocated to the non-governmental sector must be re-evaluated, sparking widespread discussions.
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has instructed the State Chancellery to conduct a comprehensive analysis of all state funding allocated to non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
The Latvian Cabinet has postponed the approval of Andris Kulbergs' government action plan, citing financial infeasibility for some of the proposed measures within the current budget.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs ("United List") said after a meeting with the President on Monday that he has not yet approached a potential candidate for the position of Director of the State Chancellery.
Latvia's Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has suspended major state information and communication technology (ICT) procurements for 30 days. He stated that companies involved in these procurements are also implicated in a criminal process investigated by the European Public Prosecutor's Office.
Latvia's newly appointed Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has discussed his government's plans and priorities, including a focus on reducing state expenditures during his four-month term.
The Rail Baltica project is experiencing delays, with Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs promising a solution while Estonia criticizes Latvia's slow progress.
The new government led by Andris Kulbergs has agreed to hold cabinet meetings more frequently, not just on Tuesdays but also on Fridays, due to a heavy workload and limited time.
A political scientist suggests that some promises made by Latvia's new Prime Minister, Andris Kulbergs of the "United List," may clash with political realities. Kulbergs has expressed a desire to lead the government differently, communicate clearly with the public, and reduce the gap between coalition and opposition.
Latvian entrepreneurs have high expectations for the government being formed by Andris Kulbergs, according to a member of the Latvian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Andris Kulbergs, the candidate for Prime Minister in Latvia, stated that the incoming coalition is committed to not raising issues that divide society, such as the Istanbul Convention.
Several Latvian political parties, including the United List, New Unity, National Alliance, and Union of Greens and Farmers, have agreed to form a new government. This development follows the President's invitation to Andris Kulbergs to form a new cabinet.
Following a four-party meeting, prime ministerial candidate Andris Kulbergs announced a crucial moment in forming a new Latvian government, with "New Unity" expected to decide on its participation by Wednesday.
Latvia's opposition 'Apvienotais saraksts' (United List) has officially chosen MP Andris Kulbergs as its candidate for prime minister, both for a potential interim government and the upcoming 15th Saeima elections.