From@Zemkopibas_min🇱🇻🤝🇦🇿 Today at the meeting of the Latvian–Azerbaijani intergovernmental commission in Shusha (Azerbaijan), the Minister of Agriculture @ArmandsKrauze noted that both countries have good opportunities to expand mutual trade and investments, as well as to improve transport links, tourism, and other areas. https://t.co/xveHjDAUZa
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Holding steady and lifting take patience and strength, but sinking is easy. The decision about @airBaltic is a matter of the stability of the national economy; you won't build a state with momentary populism. Right now we must be able to hold on to an economically significant artery for the state. Later we can divide up our political sympathies.
From@Jekaba11The Saeima supports a 30 million euro short-term loan to ensure the stability of 'airBaltic' https://t.co/Veog7xoyme
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From@Jauna_Vienotiba✈️ Saeima supports a loan for “airBaltic” 💶 A 30 million euro short-term loan has been supported for the national airline “airBaltic” to mitigate the impact of the sharp rise in fuel prices and ensure the continuity of the company's operations. “airBaltic” provides 1.1% to 1.5% of Latvia's GDP, bringing 15–20 million euros in taxes to the state budget each month and employing around 3,000 people. 🌍 This is not just an airline – it is part of Latvia's economic “bloodstream”. Its operations affect businesses, the tourism sector, and everyone who travels or works internationally. The decision was made in the name of national interests, while also strengthening oversight and driving necessary changes in the sector's governance.
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From@Jauna_Vienotiba✈️ Saeima supports a loan for “airBaltic” 💶 A €30 million short-term loan has been supported for the national airline “airBaltic” to mitigate the impact of the rapid rise in fuel prices and ensure the continuity of the company’s operations. “airBaltic” provides 1.1% to 1.5% of Latvia’s GDP, bringing 15–20 million euros in taxes to the state budget each month and employing around 3,000 people. 🌍 It is not just an airline – it is part of the “circulatory system” of the Latvian economy. Its operations affect businesses, the tourism sector, and everyone who travels or works internationally. The decision was made in the name of national interests, while simultaneously strengthening oversight and driving the necessary changes in the industry’s governance.
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From@EvikaSilinaFrom coalition partners - “ZZS” and “Progressives” - I have received confirmation of the desire to continue joint work. Coalition partners agreed that the vote in the Saeima on the short-term loan to airBaltic must take place already today, while the fulfilment and supervision of the loan conditions is the political responsibility of the Minister of Transport. Considering the challenges of the sector and the ability of the Ministry of Transport to address them, a reorganisation of the ministry is necessary. We agreed to begin it without delay.
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In the presentation and discussion on Ukraine's future economy 🇺🇦, the vision of Prime Minister @Svyrydenko_Y and Minister of Economy, Environment & Agriculture @OleksiiSobolev is clear: 🇺🇦 recovery is based on private-sector-driven growth and the path to the EU. 🇱🇻-🇺🇦 together until victory https://t.co/rq9LmIPvHq
At the same time, these meetings are a platform where Latvia actively brings its experience – in fiscal discipline, implementation of reforms and transformation of the financial sector –, strengthening our position in the international financial system.
From@aseradens✅ Nordic and Baltic representation on the World Bank Development Committee ✅ global economic prospects, impact of geopolitical risks & financial stability in conditions of heightened uncertainty ✅ Ukraine's reconstruction & international support ✅ investments & innovations
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✅ Nordic and Baltic representation on the World Bank Development Committee ✅ global economic prospects, impact of geopolitical risks & financial stability in conditions of heightened uncertainty ✅ Ukraine's reconstruction & international support ✅ investments & innovations
From@aseradensThis week, one of the most important formats for global economic coordination - the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group. These days the agenda is intensive and focused on the essentials - global economic stability, growth and security: 👇
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This week, one of the most important formats for global economic coordination - the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group. These days the agenda is intensive and focused on the essentials - global economic stability, growth and security: 👇
From@EvikaSilinaIn preparation for the government's emergency meeting on Monday, April 13, I asked the Minister of Economics to provide an assessment of what impact the discontinuation of airBaltic's operations would have on the national economy. In his reply letter, the Minister of Economics acknowledged that the impact would be significant. It can be reviewed in full here: https://t.co/0ubsvLZKSA
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From@EvikaSilinaZZS yesterday offered support in the Saeima vote for a short-term loan to airBaltic, if the transport minister resigns. If the price for ensuring support for airBaltic is the collapse of the coalition - I am ready for it. Support for airBaltic is more important to me than maintaining the government coalition. On Thursday at 8:00, I invite the coalition parties to a discussion to decide on the ability to work together in the national interest.
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From@EvikaSilinaZZS yesterday offered support in the Saeima vote for a short-term loan to airBaltic, if the transport minister resigns. If the price for securing support for airBaltic is the collapse of the coalition, I am ready for it. Support for airBaltic is more important to me than keeping the government coalition. On Thursday at 8.00, I invite the coalition parties to a conversation to decide on the ability to work together in the national interest.
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📣The Saeima State Administration and Municipal Affairs Commission today supported for the second reading in the Saeima amendments to the State Administration Structure Law, which provide for simplifying the procedure for establishing public capital companies, i.e., state and municipal enterprises. More information⤵️ https://t.co/Wsz8DPsrFq
From@RihardsKolsThe winners of the essay contest “My Language – My Pride” have been chosen. The competition was serious - eight pairs of eyes evaluated the works both in Brussels and in Riga. The authors of the 16 best essays will travel to the European Parliament to see how decisions are made and how the Latvian language also sounds here. Another 15 outstanding essay authors will visit Riga, at @JanisVitenbergs (@VL_TBLNNK) in the Saeima! I congratulate the laureates and thank all participants! See you in Brussels.
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From@JaunsLVJurēvics emphasized that this issue is not a dispute between the ruling coalition and the opposition, but a matter of national interests.
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📚On Monday, April 13, the 13th Youth Saeima convened in parliament, gathering young people from all regions of Latvia. 💡Young people also worked in the commission I led, where we evaluated submitted ideas, discussed ways to increase youth participation in elections, and prepared decisions. https://t.co/QMKa85NtUI
From@EvikaSilinaairBaltic is essential for Latvia's economy and our connectivity with the world. Today at 12:30 on my initiative I will meet with the Saeima's ZZS faction, because it is important that decisions about the company's present and future are made in a state-level manner and in the interests of Latvian society, not based on pre-election rhetoric or short-term political considerations. The company needs a short-term loan, because growing geopolitical challenges and rising aviation fuel prices have put additional pressure on the industry. The government decided on Monday to tighten the loan conditions, instructing the Minister of Transport to strictly monitor their implementation and the development of a new business plan.
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Four shameful minutes! You don't need to be an investigator or a non-verbal communication expert to notice how uncomfortable they were answering LTV News Service's direct and uncomfortable questions. Nothing this good has been seen in a long time! https://t.co/U10TRSYc2w https://t.co/lgSDfahkB7
From@Jauna_Vienotiba✈️ “airBaltic” - a strategic investment in Latvia’s economy 🛡️ NEW UNITY supports granting a short-term loan to “airBaltic” to stabilize the company’s operations amid sharp rises in aviation fuel prices. 💶 Each month “airBaltic” brings 15–20 million euros in taxes to the state budget, while providing thousands of jobs and a significant contribution to business and tourism. 📊 Latvijas Banka calculations show - without “airBaltic”, Latvia’s GDP could fall by 1.1% to 1.5%, causing hundreds of millions of euros in losses per year. 💬 Saeima faction leader @EdmundsJurevics stresses: “The decision on support for ‘airBaltic’ must be viewed from the standpoint of national interests. It is important to ensure the operation of the national airline.” 📈 The company is already adapting to market conditions - reviewing routes, optimizing capacity and working on efficiency improvements.
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@martinsketners @lastguru_net You mean these? https://t.co/qtbXxg0rSP
From@martinsketners@EdmundsJurevics @lastguru_net I don't understand why I get the feeling that this European path is being paved not for us, but for doctors and engineers, and students from other countries with their families.
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