The former president commented on the excitement caused by the information that Prime Minister Silina used the services of the VIP zone at Amsterdam airport.
Let us remind you that former head of the State Chancellery Janis Citskovskis mentioned that almost two years ago, Prime Minister Evika Silina, while on a visit to the USA and then from the USA to Latvia, used the VIP zone (along with an advisor and a bodyguard) at the transfer airport in Amsterdam, which cost the state more than 4,000 euros.
Former President of Latvia Valdis Zatlers stated in an interview with TV-24 what the VIP zone or VIP lounge is like.
"There is nothing there! Just coffee, tea, and cookies. I remember when I had to wait for the next flight for 2-3-4 hours and I was already hungry, I had to leave the VIP zone and go to the business lounge to grab a bite. The VIP zone is used by protected officials for security reasons, but mainly to save time. All procedures there - security checks, passport control - are conducted very quickly, and transportation to the car is organized. It is clear that those accompanying the prime minister or president also use the VIP zone; otherwise, it all loses meaning - where would they look for the prime minister or president later?!" - noted Valdis Zatlers.
