To enter the EU, many migrants pretend to be minors. En masse. For example, in Sweden this even changed the structure of society. Within a couple of years, tens of thousands of '16-year-olds' from Afghanistan appeared there. https://t.co/wuMDPM16ZC
🏛️ Today in Luxembourg we met in the circle of European Union justice ministers. The most important issue for Latvia was Russia's responsibility for the war in Ukraine. It is in Latvia's interest to ensure that Russia pays for the damage caused to Ukraine, that war criminals are held accountable, and that aggression does not become an acceptable instrument of international relations. That is why work was advanced on establishing a special tribunal and an international compensation mechanism. The goal is simple – that the aggressor cannot evade responsibility. Here, we Baltic ministers urged our colleagues to act much faster. An important issue was the protection of children's rights in Europe. Nowadays families live, work, and move between different countries. Therefore it is important that children's rights are protected regardless of which European country the child is in. Latvia's position is clear – the child's interests must be central in all decisions. Thank you to our Lithuanian colleague who raised the issue of European historical memory. Namely – for Latvia and the Baltics, this is not a theoretical issue. Our countries have experienced occupation, deportations, and propaganda. That is why we defended the need to prevent the distortion of history in Europe and attempts by aggressor states to justify their crimes. Member states also supported the planned Justice program of 798 million euros in the EU's multi-annual budget. This means that we will be able to work with great dedication on creating a digitalized justice system, which will promote judicial cooperation and access to justice for each of us. In short – all these discussions are united by one goal – a safer Latvia 🇱🇻, a stronger Europe 🇪🇺, and clear rules that protect people, not aggressors.
The involvement of international financial institutions in financing long-term projects is particularly important in the current geopolitical circumstances and sends a positive signal to investors about Latvia's development potential, which we discussed with European Investment Bank Vice President Karl Nēhammer https://t.co/Vv0gJGr1WB
It is important to maintain strong international support for Ukraine, especially by promoting investments, business development, and long-term reconstruction of the country. We were of one mind on this today when meeting with the Swiss representative at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Ambassador Pietro Lazzeri.
🙌 The LDDK Council met with Prime Minister @AndrisKulbergs on June 3 this year to discuss government priorities until the next Saeima elections. 👉 Read more here: https://t.co/ZyzMr9Q2Cu https://t.co/FjEa4cFUdS
THE THEFT OF DEMOCRACY
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development annual meeting in Riga – at the right time and in the right place. If the bank's shareholders are here and talk about investments in Latvia, that is a signal that our country is safe for both residents and investments.
Dear Danish friends! Congratulations on Denmark’s Constitution Day! Latvia highly appreciates Denmark's friendship and partnership, especially in the field of security! May this day remind you of the power of freedom and democracy! 🇱🇻🤝🇩🇰 https://t.co/iLG5zXiOyn
From@JurgisLiepnieksWhat about demographics? Do I have to pay for other people's choices to have children? Why? How much? Is it a problem that Latvians are dying out? Why should I worry that after 300 years there won't be too many Latvians? Conversation with @Elina_Treija https://t.co/M5gadq2sYq
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The EBRD Annual Meeting and Business Forum in Riga is one of the most significant economic and investment platforms in Europe, bringing together high-level government representatives, financial institutions, investors, and entrepreneurs from dozens of countries. It is an opportunity to demonstrate Latvia's economic ambitions, strengthen relations with international partners, and address investors at a time when competition for capital in Europe is becoming increasingly intense. Since 1992, the EBRD has invested more than EUR 1.3 billion in Latvia, financing more than 120 projects in various sectors. This raises the question of Latvia's ability to fully utilize international forums of this level. The Prime Minister's participation in the opening of such events is internationally perceived as a clear signal of economic priority and political engagement. At such moments, unused presence becomes a choice that partners notice and interpret.
From@Krusts3LATVIA'S COLONIAL ADMINISTRATIONnState independence rests on three pillars – border control (registration of people, restriction of immigration), national currency, independent legislation that defends and represents the nation's interests. We have lost the first due to the European Migration Pact – it sets quotas for migrants to be admitted (Lithuanians, Estonians and Poles won't have them), we replaced the second with the euro (there are gains and losses), but legal norms are being created outside Latvia's borders, handing this initiative to institutions unwanted by Latvian citizens. Once again, the Saeima demonstrates that Latvian citizens are comparable to serfs, who are to be handed over to the courts of the gentry for unjust punishment.nnThe Saeima Foreign Affairs Committee has prepared the draft law 'On the International Obligations of the Republic of Latvia regarding the Extradition of Latvian Citizens to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland'. This law will stipulate that a Latvian citizen can be extradited to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland for criminal prosecution, trial and execution of sentence. Of course, the guilty must receive punishment, undoubtedly. However, the deputies have not taken into account the context – the political situation in Britain is so far left that, although a Western country, it is also the most active restrictor of freedom of speech.nnBecause of the peculiar 'Communications Act 2003' and 'Malicious Communications Act 1988', British courts can criminally punish for 'grossly offensive', 'indecent', 'obscene' or 'menacing' language, i.e. grossly offensive, indecent, threatening language that may cause anxiety or emotional distress. These legal terms are so vague that they are read as a prohibition on criticising government policy. The British have been given 'correct-speech' boundaries that derive from political stance. Therefore, for example, due to criticism of immigration carried out on social networks, one could be convicted and serve a sentence related to deprivation of liberty – imprisonment.nnThe author of Animal Farm, a Briton, G. Orwell has an excellent quote: 'If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.' In Britain this is forgotten, so in 2023 the police detained 12,183 people for their comments written on the internet (compared to Russia with approximately 400 detainees). But Article 100 of the Constitution of the Republic of Latvia states: 'Everyone has the right to freedom of speech, which includes the right to freely obtain, retain and disseminate information, to express one's views. Censorship is prohibited.'nnUnfortunately, this Saeima does not fulfil the Constitution and does not care about the legal and physical safety of its citizens. It is ready to hand over its inhabitants to another country to punish them for their political, ideological or religious views. The most painful thing is that a Latvian citizen has no one to complain to, because such absurdity is implemented by our state power. This is a dystopia.nnMore about the British. Recently in Southampton, an Indian Sikh – Vikrum Digva – stabbed a young man of Polish origin, Henry Novak, with a 20 cm long knife. The police arrived at the scene and detained the boy, because the Sikh accused him of racism, casting himself in the role of victim. The boy asked for help eight times, saying he could not breathe. Due to ignorance he died during detention, but the Sikh was released. Such, you see, is the British understanding of justice. It seems that the Saeima's too.nnI support the extradition of Latvian citizens to other countries only in the case of serious and especially serious crimes. On the other hand, punishing for freedom of speech or opinion is inadmissible. It should be added that the extradition law was in force until Brexit, but I do not see the need to adopt such a law in its previous wording again, when the political context threatens the possibilities of Latvian citizens to the rights guaranteed in the Constitution.
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From@VKleinbergsA constructive meeting with the new prime minister @AndrisKulbergs — many issues where our views align. Rīgas siltums needs a single owner — either the municipality (Riga proves it can do better) or the state, but the situation where neither side holds a majority in the company cannot continue. In recent days we also hear broad discussions about the new municipal equalization fund. I emphasized to the prime minister that Riga has no problem making contributions to the regions, but we must not do this at the expense of the capital and metropolis's economic development. There needs to be a proportionate solution that motivates municipalities to do more, rather than fight each other over one formula or another. Because at the end of the day — the bigger Riga's economy becomes, the more all of Latvia gains.
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From@ltvzinasNATO Multinational Brigade has for the first time deployed soldiers in Daugavpils, expanding its presence beyond the Ādaži military base. https://t.co/pz9mzvQqKR
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A constructive meeting with the new prime minister @AndrisKulbergs — many issues where our views align. Rīgas siltums needs a single owner — either the municipality (Riga proves it can do better) or the state, but the situation where neither side holds a majority in the company cannot continue. In recent days we also hear broad discussions about the new municipal equalization fund. I emphasized to the prime minister that Riga has no problem making contributions to the regions, but we must not do this at the expense of the capital and metropolis's economic development. There needs to be a proportionate solution that motivates municipalities to do more, rather than fight each other over one formula or another. Because at the end of the day — the bigger Riga's economy becomes, the more all of Latvia gains.
From@Braze_Baiba🤝I opened the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's @EBRD annual meeting, this time it takes place in Riga🇱🇻. 2000+ guests from 80 countries are planning investments, businesses, growth. In Latvia🇱🇻 ideas, experience and decisions for the future meet. Thanks to @aseradens and @Finmin team for this! https://t.co/kFccOliZa1
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💬 I think Saeima deputies agree that this situation that happened at the RD committee meeting is unacceptable. If there are proposals, I am ready to consider them at the commission meeting! ❓How do you evaluate the actions of RD deputies and how to limit them? Write in the comments! ⤵️ https://t.co/QXrR938LxA
Crime methods change. The law must be able to keep up with them. Next week at @Saeimas_JK we will review amendments to the Criminal Law on strengthening liability in cases where drones or other similar devices are used to commit crimes. https://t.co/kATU4LJTrd
During the EBRD annual meeting, I met with representatives of the US Treasury. There are already companies in Latvia that use the opportunities provided by EBRD, especially in regions such as Lēdurga and Liepāja. The use of EBRD instruments is important for the development of the military industry. https://t.co/F7uBNOdLpP
How Russia retaliates against Latvia for the decision to remove Russian language from Latvian public media. Another confirmation that the existence of Russian language on LSM is directly in Russia's interests. And it is precisely Russia that wants LSM Russian news to continue. https://t.co/OfipLT5jEO
At the British Embassy, within the framework of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's annual meeting in Riga, I participated in a discussion on women's leadership. About what it means today in Latvia, Europe, and what it demands from each of us. Leadership is not a title. It is a choice to be present, take responsibility, and not stay silent. During my government's time, I made many decisions that strengthened gender equality and security in Latvia. Women in European politics, business, and society have proven that we can lead changes that others may have thought impossible. Thank you to the British Ambassador, Mrs. Ketija Līča, for the invitation. 🇱🇻🇬🇧