Europe Travel Alert
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution…
Charge d’Affaires to visit Ludza and Rēzekne
Riga, November 14, 2016 – Charge d’Affaires Sharon Hudson-Dean will make an official visit to Ludza and Rēzekne on November 14-15. In Ludza on Monday,…
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: November 4-6 Events in Riga
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that between Friday, November 4, and Sunday, November 6, traffic restrictions and sporadic protests are expected throughout Riga related…
Books Are Still Cool
Hello all avid readers. Hello all avid readers. Isn’t this the perfect weather for cozying up with a good book? November’s book was chosen by…
U.S. Ambassador Visits Jēkabpils and Rēzekne
Riga, October 20, 2016 – On October 18-19, U.S. Ambassador Nancy Pettit paid an official visit to Jēkabpils and Rēzkene. In Jēkabpils, Ambassador Pettit met…
U.S. Ambassador Visits Dobele
Riga, October 5, 2016 – Ambassador Nancy Pettit will make an official visit to Dobele today. Ambassador Pettit will meet with Mayor Andrejs Spridzāns and…
Remarks by Ambassador Pettit at Art in Embassies/PAO Welcome Reception
September 20, 2016 Augsti godātie viesi un draugi, man ir patiess gods būt šovakar šeit – Sveicam! [Distinguished guests and friends, I am truly honored…
U.S. Embassy announces FLEX scholarships for secondary school students
Riga, September 22, 2016 – On behalf of American Councils for International Education, U.S. Embassy Riga invites eligible secondary school students to spend an academic…
Remarks by Ambassador Pettit at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Riga Regional District Ambulance Supp
Distinguished guests and friends; it is an honor to be here with you today. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to speak as we…
Worldwide Caution
Europe Middle East and North Africa Africa South Asia Central Asia East Asia and Pacific As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide…
Remarks by Vice President Joe Biden at the National Library of Latvia
The White House Office of the Vice President For Immediate Release August 24, 2016 National Library of Latvia Riga, Latvia 6:10 P.M. (Local) THE VICE…
Joint Declaration on Increased Security and Defense Cooperation between the United States, Estonia,
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2016 On the occasion of Vice President Biden’s visit to Latvia, we,…
FACT SHEET: The United States and Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – NATO Allies and Global Partners
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2016 Defense and Security Cooperation NATO Allies: As NATO allies, the United…
U.S. – Baltic Summit Readout
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2016 Vice President Biden, Lithuanian President Grybauskaite, and Estonian President Ilves participated…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Meeting with Prime Minister Māris Kučinskis of Latvia
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2016 Vice President Biden met today with Prime Minister of the Republic…
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Meeting with President Raimonds Vējonis of Latvia
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 23, 2016 The Vice President met with President of the Republic of Latvia…
U.S. Congressional Delegation Visits Latvia
Riga, August 24, 2016 – U.S. Congressional Delegation led by Representative Chris Gibson visited Latvia on August 24. The delegation also included Representatives Paul Cook,…
U.S. Congressional Delegation to Visit Latvia
Riga, August 15, 2016 – U.S. Congressional Delegation from the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations led by Representative Kay Granger will visit Latvia on…