Press releases

Saeima expresses support for the Belarusian society's aspirations for a democratic state and condemns the consolidation of power by the Lukashenko regime
On Thursday, 23 January, the Saeima adopted a statement in defence of the interests of the Belarusian people, condemning the consolidation of power by Alexander Lukashenko's regime. In the statement, the Saeima does not recognise the Belarusian presidential elections scheduled for 26 January this year as legitimate, emphasising that they bear no resemblance to a free and fair electoral process.
Speaker of the Saeima in Yerevan: Peace in the South Caucasus is in the interest of us all
We aim to promote security and stability in the South Caucasus region and firmly support the peace process that has been initiated. The peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be a significant step that will also promote the region's economic growth and the well-being of its people. This was emphasised by the Speaker of the Saeima, Daiga Mieriņa, on Thursday, 23 January, during a meeting in Yerevan with the President of the Armenian Parliament, the National Assembly, Alen Simonyan. Speaker Mieriņa visited the Armenian Parliament along with the Speakers and Deputy Speakers of the Baltic and Nordic (NB8) parliaments, who are currently on a joint visit to Armenia.
Equal opportunities for Latvian freight companies shipping strategic goods
To ensure fair competition with foreign companies shipping strategic goods, on Thursday, 16 January, the Saeima adopted in the third and final reading amendments to the Law on the Circulation of Goods of Strategic Significance.
Daiga Mieriņa concludes visit to Ukraine
Concluding her visit to Ukraine, Speaker of the Saeima Daiga Mieriņa met with Ukraine’s Minister of Defence, Rustem Umerov, in Kyiv on Wednesday, 15 January.
Speaker Mieriņa meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv
Concluding the first day of her visit to Kyiv, the Speaker of the Saeima, Daiga Mieriņa, met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday, 14 January.
Daiga Mieriņa calls on Ukraine’s Prime Minister to strengthen military and economic cooperation
Latvia sees promising opportunities for collaboration between entrepreneurs from both countries, particularly in jointly advancing military capabilities. Recognising the importance of ensuring sustainable peace in the region, Latvia acknowledges that it is at the beginning stages of developing its military industry but already has much to learn from and share with Ukraine. This was expressed by the Speaker of the Saeima, Daiga Mieriņa, on Tuesday, 14 January, during a meeting in Kyiv with Ukraine’s Prime Minister, Denys Shmyhal.
Daiga Mieriņa in Kyiv: Europe’s leadership is crucial in Ukraine’s peace process and reconstruction efforts
As the war reaches a decisive phase, Europe must assume a leading role in both Ukraine's peace process and its reconstruction. Ukraine's future within Europe is not only a matter of shared interest but also of shared responsibility. A free Ukraine in the common European family is a vision we all hold dear. This was the key message delivered by the Speaker of the Saeima, Daiga Mieriņa, on Tuesday, 14 January, in Kyiv, during her meeting with the Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk.
Alcohol sales restrictions tightened in effort to reduce consumption
To reduce alcohol consumption nationwide, the Saeima on Thursday, 9 January, adopted amendments to the Law on the Circulation of Alcoholic Beverages in the third and final reading. These amendments, among other things, introduce new restrictions on alcohol sales hours effective from 1 August.
Speaker Mieriņa thanks Italy for its contribution to strengthening Latvia and NATO
Latvia highly values Italy's contribution to our national security through its military presence, which fortifies NATO's Multinational Brigade stationed in Ādaži. This effort is significant not only for our country but for the entire North Atlantic Alliance, as NATO's strength lies in collective action. This sentiment was emphasized by the Speaker of the Saeima, Daiga Mieriņa, on Monday, 23 December, during a parliamentary meeting with the President of the Chamber of Deputies of the Italian Republic, Lorenzo Fontana.
The Saeima confirms Kaspars Pudāns as the Commander of the National Armed Forces
On Thursday, December 19, the Saeima confirmed Brigade General Kaspars Pudāns as the Commander of the National Armed Forces (NAF).
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