'Key figures on Europe' 2026 edition now available. On July 9th Eurostat has released the 2026 edition of its Key figures on Europe.
On July 9th Eurostat has released the 2026 edition of its Key figures on Europe.
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Latvia's macroeconomic forecasts revised by Finance Ministry. The Ministry of Finance (MF) has updated its indicative medium-term macroeconomic and fiscal forecasts, taking into account the latest economic trends and the geopolitical situation. The forecasts indicate slower economic growth and higher inflation
The Ministry of Finance (MF) has updated its indicative medium-term macroeconomic and fiscal forecasts, taking into account the latest economic trends and the geopolitical situation. The forecasts indicate slower economic growth and higher inflation
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Drones help check power lines in Latvia. Work that used to take several hours in some places can now be completed in a matter of minutes. The electricity distribution network "Sadales tīkls" is increasingly using drones to inspect power lines, Latvian Television reported on July 8.
Work that used to take several hours in some places can now be completed in a matter of minutes. The electricity distribution network "Sadales tīkls" is increasingly using drones to inspect power lines, Latvian Television reported on July 8.
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Rīga tourism tax will double next year. Starting next year, the tourist tax applicable in Rīga will increase. This was decided by city councillors on Wednesday, July 8th.
Starting next year, the tourist tax applicable in Rīga will increase. This was decided by city councillors on Wednesday, July 8th.
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Monthly inflation in Latvia at standstill. Central Statistical Bureau data published on July 8 show that in June 2026, compared with May 2026, the average level of consumer prices remained unchanged.
Central Statistical Bureau data published on July 8 show that in June 2026, compared with May 2026, the average level of consumer prices remained unchanged.
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Latvian National Library allocated cash to make it better as an event venue. The Cabinet of Ministers on 7th July decided to reallocate 2.2 million euros to the National Library of Latvia to ensure that its infrastructure meets the security, cybersecurity and organisational requirements of the upcoming Latvian Presidency of
The Cabinet of Ministers on 7th July decided to reallocate 2.2 million euros to the National Library of Latvia to ensure that its infrastructure meets the security, cybersecurity and organisational requirements of the upcoming Latvian Presidency of
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July and August account for nearly 30% of tourist visits to Latvia. Latvia may have its attractions all year round, but as far as tourists are concerned, July and August are the months when they most want to visit, according to data published by Eurostat on July 7th.
Latvia may have its attractions all year round, but as far as tourists are concerned, July and August are the months when they most want to visit, according to data published by Eurostat on July 7th.
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Riga International Film Festival returns in October. From October 15 to 25, the Rīga International Film Festival (Riga IFF) will take place for the 13th time, with the theme and motto “You Are Here,” the organisers announced on July 7.
From October 15 to 25, the Rīga International Film Festival (Riga IFF) will take place for the 13th time, with the theme and motto “You Are Here,” the organisers announced on July 7.
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