AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoLatvia-Ukraine Defence: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Latvian Defence Minister Raivis Melnis in Kyiv to discuss the newly signed Drone Deal, including sharing air-defence expertise and joint projects under the EU SAFE programme and NATO/JEF frameworks. EU Migration Pact: The EU Migration and Asylum Pact took effect, shifting the focus toward border control and return procedures, with Latvia having adopted a stricter immigration law aimed at strengthening border security. OECD on Latvia’s Economy: The OECD says Latvia is converging toward OECD living standards but still needs better public finances and administration, stronger health outcomes, and faster green transition to sustain growth. airBaltic Award: airBaltic was named Europe’s Best Wi‑Fi airline for 2026 by APEX, highlighting its free Starlink internet onboard. Riga Culture & Heritage: Riga’s Latvian National Museum of Art received an award-winning Italian art catalog project, and this weekend Latvia hosts European Archaeology Days with hands-on events at Āraiši and Turaida. Travel Rules Watch: New EU entry systems (EES and upcoming ETIAS) are expected to keep creating longer queues and uncertainty for travellers heading to Europe.
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