The President of Latvia discussed the foreign policy interests of Latvia with senior officials, bb.lv was informed by the President's Office.
"Greenland is an integral part of Denmark. It is important to continue a direct and open dialogue and to find a mutually acceptable solution that strengthens the security of the Arctic and thereby the overall security of the entire NATO Alliance. Latvia will support all necessary NATO actions to enhance security in the Arctic," the senior officials of the state unanimously stated.
During the discussion, the necessity of forming a secure Europe and close transatlantic relations was emphasized, noting the vital role of the United States in Euro-Atlantic security.
Hope for the U.S., but do not slack off yourself. At the same time, Latvia should prioritize continued security cooperation with the countries of Northern Europe, the Baltics, Poland, and Germany, as well as within the framework of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) led by the United Kingdom.
The role of the NATO multinational brigade in ensuring the security of Latvia was highly appreciated, with particular emphasis on Canada's leadership and the significance of the NATO multinational division "North" headquarters under Denmark in protecting and strengthening the security of the Baltic states.
The senior officials involved in foreign policy implementation confirmed Latvia's unwavering position on the necessity of continuing comprehensive support for Ukraine, including allocating 0.25% of gross domestic product for military aid to Ukraine. Officials condemned Russia's attacks on Ukraine, including attempts to destroy Ukrainian energy infrastructure, which leads to immense suffering for the civilian population. It was noted that Russia is not ready for peace.
The senior officials confirmed that protecting Latvia's interests in negotiations on the EU Multiannual Budget for 2028–2034 is a top state priority. Key interests to fight for in these negotiations include ensuring equal competitive conditions for farmers and additional support for the eastern border states of the EU.
For reference. The senior officials of Latvia involved in foreign policy implementation are:
– President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs,
– Speaker of the Saeima Daiga Mieriņa,
– Minister of Foreign Affairs Baiba Braže,
– Chair of the Saeima Foreign Affairs Commission Ināra Mūrniece,
– Advisor to the Prime Minister on Foreign Policy Ivars Liepnieks, representing Prime Minister Evika Siliņa, who was absent for valid reasons.
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