Press Releases of the Embassy
Event of launching Mottra Caviar Club takes place in the Embassy of Latvia [13 Jan 2012]
Today, on 12 January event of launching Mottra Caviar Club takes place in the Embassy of Latvia. The Club is organised by MOTTRA Ltd and Mark Hix, a restaurant owner, celebrity chef and food writer and is supported by Laurent-Perrier. The aim of the Club is to promote awareness about the ethical, sustainable and guilt free caviar produced without harm to the fish.
Foreign Ministry of Latvia voices support to United Kingdom in view of recent events in Iran [01 Dec 2011]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia expresses concern over the recent escalation in Iran – the attack on the Embassy of the United Kingdom in Teheran on 29 November, when protesters broke in and vandalised the embassy building, as well as the bill by the Parliament of Iran on reducing diplomatic relations with the U.K. that in fact means the expulsion of the British Ambassador.
Foreign Minister Rinkēvičs meets British Ambassador [11 Nov 2011]
On 11 November, Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs welcomed an introductory visit from the Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Latvia Andrew Soper. The parties discussed political and economic relations between the countries, an exchange of visits, as well as the current matters in the EU and international politics. Both sides noted that the relations between Latvia and the United Kingdom have traditionally been close and successful.
Training to be held for Latvia’s consular staff [01 Nov 2011]
From 3 to 6 November in the United Kingdom, the annual regional training will be held for Latvia’s consular officers working outside the region of the Schengen Agreement member states. The aim of the training is to discuss how to unify the procedures of issuing visas according to the Schengen Acquis provisions at all Latvia’s diplomatic and consular missions thus making the required contribution to securing the external border of the European Union.
Foreign Ministry Secretary of State Teikmanis to participate in London conference on cyber security [31 Oct 2011]
On 1-2 November, the Secretary of State of the Foreign Ministry Andris Teikmanis will participate in the London Conference on Cyberspace dedicated to virtual environment and cyber security. In appreciation of the broad opportunities offered by the virtual environment and its development, internet experts and cyber security practitioners from more than 60 governments and the private-sector will exchange opinions on the possibilities for utilizing the internet’s full potential, while ensuring its accessibility and a safe use.
Children who missed plane in London return to Latvia [25 Aug 2011]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs with great satisfaction that, after major efforts, 16 children from Latvia and two accompanying adults have finally returned home, after having missed their flight from Stunsted Airport, London, to Riga on 23 August. Six of the children and one adult returned on 24 August, but the rest of the group, early on 25 August.
United Kingdom congratulates Latvia on 20th anniversary of restoration of Latvia’s independence [22 Aug 2011]
On 19 August, Foreign Minister Ģirts Valdis Kristovskis received congratulations from the Parliamentary of the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Henry Bellingham, on the 20th anniversary of the restoration of Latvia’s independence.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs encourages the Latvian nationals outside Latvia to take an active part in the Referendum [19 Jul 2011]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs encourages the Latvian nationals residing abroad and the Latvian nationals who will be outside Latvia on 23 July for any reasons to actively use the polling stations abroad and voice their will in the Referendum.
The Prime Minister’s Delegation will participate in the first idea summit on the challenges facing Northern European economies (State Chancellery) [13 Jan 2011]
On January 19-20, 2011, the Latvian delegation under the guidance of Prime Minister Valdis Dombrovskis will visit London in order to participate in the summit on the challenges facing the modern Northern European economies. The summit is organized by the government of the United Kingdom in order to promote the exchange of new ideas among the United Kingdom, the Nordic countries and the Baltic states with a view to discuss and to share experience in creative solutions and innovations which promote the economic growth and competitiveness in context of social prosperity and equality.
The Prime Minister will deliver lectures at prestigious universities of Great Britain (State Chancellery) [13 Jan 2011]
On January 18-21, Prime Minister Valdis Dombrovskis will pay a visit to Great Britain to take part in the UK Nordic-Baltic Summit devoted to challenges facing Northern European economies. The Head of the Government will also visit two prestigious universities to meet the faculty and students, as well as to inform the audience through a discussion format about the economic situation in Latvia, the challenges and objectives of overcoming the economic crisis.
Latvia unilaterally abolishes demand for document legalization with regard to EU, EEZ and Switzerland [11 Nov 2010]
On 24 November, the amendments of The Document Legalization Law entered into force, and from now on, Latvia will be able to abolish unilaterally the demand for the legalization of public documents issued in the countries of the European Union, the European Economic Zone, and the Swiss Confederation, and submitted to Latvian authorities.
Border control on the borders of the Republic of Latvia to be temporarily re-introduced [18 May 2010]
In connection with NATO Parliamentary Assembly spring session in Riga, border control will be temporarily reintroduced to persons entering Latvia from the 24th May up to the 1st of June. In principle, it is dealt with the situation similar to the one before joining the Schengen Convention in 2007. It is important to carry along one's travel document that is required now as well.
Embassy's announcement with regard to recent British media interpretation of Second World War events in Latvia [29 Jun 2009]
Since the restoration of independence in 1991 Latvia has clearly and repeatedly stated that neither fascism nor any other totalitarian ideology is acceptable and that Latvia condemns the glorification of such ideologies.
Foreign Ministers of Latvia and United Kingdom discuss current agenda of EU and NATO foreign ministers [28 Oct 2008]
On 27 October, Foreign Minister Maris Riekstins was on an official visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. During his visit, Minister Riekstins met with his counterpart David Miliband, with representatives of the British-Latvian All-Party Parliamentary Group, and with the UK experts in EU affairs, security policy and also energy and climate change.
Foreign Minister on official visit to United Kingdom [25 Oct 2008]
On 27 October, Foreign Minister Maris Riekstins will visit the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in the status of an official guest of Her Majesty's government.
Foreign Minister receives display board of historical documents as gift from UK Ambassador [21 Oct 2008]
On 21 October Foreign Minister Maris Riekstins met with the Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to Latvia, Richard Moon.
Foreign Minister to receive present from UK Ambassador [20 Oct 2008]
On 21 October Foreign Minister Maris Riekstins will meet with Richard Moon, the Ambassador of the UK to Latvia, who will present the Minister with a gift – an exhibition board of historical documents – to mark the upcoming 90th anniversary of the proclamation of Latvia's independence.
Registration of signatures abroad for law "Amendments to the Constitution of the Republic of Latvia" to be initiated [07 Mar 2008]
From 12 March to 10 April the registration of signatures to initiate a law on "Amendments to the Constitution of the Republic of Latvia" will take place.
Latvia and United Kingdom Foreign Ministry State Secretaries discuss co-operation [31 Oct 2007]
Between 30-31 October, Normans Penke, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be on a working visit in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Ambassador to United Kingdom discusses bilateral co-operation with First Minister for Wales [11 Oct 2007]
As part of his visit to Wales on 11 October, Latvian Ambassador Indulis Berzins met with Rhodri Morgan, First Minister for Wales, to discuss bilateral co-operation issues and to confirm Latvia's interest in taking forward the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of Latvia and the National Assembly for Wales signed on 13 May 2004.
