Latvian Political Monitor

@AleksejsIvanovs The new leadership of the Interior Ministry does not support it, but it is still necessary to amend the national position when this issue comes to the agenda.

I support the European Commission's initiative to make company registration in Europe faster and simpler. Latvia must be a country where a company can be established quickly, simply, and without unnecessary bureaucracy. If Europe wants to introduce a system that allows a company to be registered within 48 hours, we should not look for reasons why it is not possible. We must look for solutions to achieve it. That is why I cannot agree with the Ministry of Justice's position, which focuses more on obstacles than on opportunities. On the issue of the minimum share capital requirement, I also support an approach that allows people to start a business without unnecessary initial barriers. The value of a company is determined not only by its initial capital, but by the idea, work, and ability to create value. If the problem is in work organization, then it must be changed, not the goal. The public administration must adapt to the pace of modern business. Today Latvia is already mentioned as one of the good examples in the field of digital services. Therefore, it is unacceptable to explain in European negotiations why we cannot do something. Latvia must be a country that seeks solutions and sets an example, rather than defending bureaucratic obstacles. Every day an entrepreneur spends waiting for formalities is a lost opportunity for investment, new jobs, and economic growth. Our task is to reduce that time and create an environment where people can more easily implement their ideas.

Viesturs Zeps (@ViestursZeps): Latvia must increase electricity production volumes. If you agree, vote for “Latvijas attīstībai” on October 3rd https://t.co/GHwGnALIxm

@Braze_Baiba @Jauna_Vienotiba @NATO @andrii_sybiha @Latvian_MFA @LV_NATO @LV_Ukraine Our industry's 5G and 6G achievements in the military domain are internationally recognized. Latvia has good groundwork that could be very useful for NATO countries.

🚌 Following the instruction of Transport Minister Rihards Kozlovskis, a solution has been found to ensure all regional bus routes in Pieriga starting tomorrow. Residents must receive the service that was promised. Therefore, the Ministry of Transport and the Road Transport Administration worked promptly to stabilize the situation, reaching an agreement with carriers on the execution of all routes. At the same time, it is clear – if carriers repeatedly fail to meet their obligations, contract termination and engagement of other carriers will be considered. Responsibility means not only demanding results, but also ensuring they are achieved.

✅In the Budget committee, amendments have been approved in first reading that provide for transferring supervision of non-bank lenders to @LatvijasBanka. This means unified and more effective supervision, less bureaucracy, and most importantly, better protection for residents, reducing the risk of falling into a debt trap of quick loans.

Today the Saeima Budget Committee supported the proposal to transfer supervision of the non-banking sector to @LatvijasBanka, moving the draft law for consideration in the Saeima in the first reading. The government under my leadership conceptually decided on the reorganization of non-banking sector supervision. Now this matter has reached the Saeima's agenda. Let's follow so that the reorganization of non-banking sector supervision is adopted in this Saeima. Photo: Ieva Ābele, Saeima

Time to make public administration efficient and faster! “Development/For” (Latvijas attīstībai) will implement a reorganization and consolidation of ministries and institutions based on modern management principles. We will reduce the number of management levels in ministries, combine duplicate functions, speed up decision-making, and improve communication between the political and administrative levels. We will delegate atypical state functions to the private sector or NGOs where it is more advantageous and of higher quality. Small state institutions and state-owned companies will be merged into ministries or transformed into their structural units, meaning less redundant administration and more real work. We will abolish the Ministry of Climate and Energy! We will return its functions to the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development. Why exactly there? Because regional policy, climate policy, energy, and environmental protection are closely related fields. By merging them into one ministry, we will eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy, reduce duplication, and cut administrative costs. The savings will be redirected to real work—roads, schools, healthcare, and regional development. The result? ✅ Faster decision-making ✅ Lower costs for taxpayers ✅ Better coordination and a focus on results, not processes 🗳️ If you agree, vote for list number 11 “Latvijas attīstībai” on October 3! More information https://t.co/6Ubw3PRqnq

Lies have short legs. These lies by Kadžuls, the leader of Soaar, were deliberately directed against @Jauna_Vienotiba. The court clearly says that Kadžuls must apologize to Vienotība and retract his lies. 👉🏻 More: https://t.co/dWJ1TQqgra https://t.co/RUQegPkN67

Last year we proposed with colleagues, and this year we adopted amendments to the Criminal Law in the Saeima that provide for criminal liability for distribution of intimate material without consent. Thank you @zurnalsIEVA for raising the topic – everyone has the right to privacy! https://t.co/DBokAc328i