In case of warfare, Lithuania will be capable to discipline the equal of 10 divisions (VIDEO)

The Seimas of Lithuania adopted a package deal of amendments to the regulation on common army conscription, in keeping with which younger individuals might be referred to as up for army service instantly after ending college. This was reported on the web site of the Lithuanian Parliament. 85 deputies voted for the adoption of the … Read more

Latvian bills on Rail Baltica tripled

The minister mentioned particulars of the prices could be offered shortly when a full price evaluation was launched. Briškens mentioned that on June 11, the federal government will familiarize itself with a report outlining the implementation state of affairs for the primary stage of the mission, which can be necessary for companions within the European … Read more

The amount of alcohol produced in Latvia elevated by 77.7%

The LETA company reviews this on the subject of indicators of the turnover of excisable items compiled by the State Income Service (SRS). Typically, in Latvia over the three months, an absolute quantity of three.081 million liters of alcohol was produced, which is 1.347 million liters greater than within the three months of 2023. Of … Read more

Thunderstorm anticipated in Latvia, marathon runners needs to be cautious because of warmth

Throughout a thunderstorm, the wind will probably be gusty in locations, the air within the nation will heat as much as +21…+26 levels, and in locations on the coast – solely +18…+20 levels. Within the capital, the primary half of the day when the marathon takes place will probably be sunny and scorching – the … Read more

Citizens of the Republic of Latvia cannot buy necessary medications

“In Latvia, the allocated funding for drug compensation is significantly less than in other European Union countries, including Lithuania and Estonia,” says the information message of the Ministry of Health, published on the portal of legal acts. “Due to insufficient funding, residents have large expenses for purchasing medications, so some patients cannot afford the necessary … Read more

Businesses call for raising the personal income tax threshold to 2,000 euros

According to the Central Statistical Office (CSO), in the last quarter of last year the average monthly salary before taxes was 1,610 euros. In some industries or regions it was much higher. For example, in Riga, full-time employees earned 1,706 euros last year, and the average salary in at least four industries in the country … Read more

The maximum speed limit in Latvia will increase from May 1

The maximum speed on the Jurmala highway (A10) from Riga to Jurmala is planned to be increased to 110 km/h. On three sections – Daugavpils highway (A6) from Salaspils to Ikskile, Tinužsko-Koknese highway (P80) from Ogresgala to Koknese and Jelgava highway (A8) from Riga to Jaunolaine – speeds of up to 100 km/h will be … Read more

In Latvia, food producers and traders do not have equal market power

She noted that food producers in Latvia are in an unequal situation when dealing with traders, and this is a problem not only in Latvia. “The manufacturer is always not an equal in negotiations with the merchant, because there are many manufacturers and if the merchant does not like someone or can find better delivery … Read more