AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUkraine Support: Latvia is among nine countries pledging over $1 billion under the U.S.-backed PURL initiative to buy American weapons for Ukraine, with Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Iceland and Australia named among the contributors after Ramstein talks. EU-Russia Diplomacy: EU Council President Antonio Costa defended “brief” contacts with Moscow to keep a direct channel open, but Latvia’s PM Andris Kulbergs said there’s no point in diplomatic channels if Russia won’t engage. Defense Cooperation in Latvia: During BALTOPS 2026, U.S. Seabees and divers built a more permanent boat ramp near Camp Turtle, improving Latvian access to Karosta harbor for training and operations. Energy & Infrastructure: Latvia’s solar output hit a record in May, generating 43% of electricity (235 GWh), while a Gulf of Riga offshore wind transmission corridor and Estonia’s grid connection plan move into public consultation. Courts & Media: Latvia’s Supreme Court ordered a retrial in the “digital television” case involving Ainārs Šlesers and Andris Šķēle after overturning an acquittal. Local Life: Riga’s Old Town hosts the traditional Herb Market for Midsummer, with 260+ vendors running through the evening.
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