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"Forty-one voices in the Saeima – that is something unique. 'Forty-one voices in the Saeima – that is something unique. And, of course, everyone is ready to speak and consult with the AS and Mr. Kulbergs about forming the government,' said President Edgars Rinkēvičs after meeting with all 15 parties elected to the Saeima, confirming that Kulbergs can begin forming the new government." #Politika #Mazākumvaldība #Latvija (translated)

Iman Sefati wrote that at a demonstration he described as an anti-Israel protest in Berlin, left-wing activists chanted slogans against funding by the SPD and against Israel's existence. The demonstration was accompanied by left-wing politicians; Sefati mentioned Steffen Krach and the SPD Berlin. #b1010 https://t.co/eDgkN8EQuq #Israel #Berlin #Demo (translated)

Lockheed Martin announced the launch of the PAC-3 Edge project, a new interceptor missile designed to enhance protection against hypersonic and advanced missiles, with tests planned for 2027 and potential operational deployment by 2031. #LockheedMartin #PAC3Edge #противовъздушнаотбрана (translated)

Andris Kulbergs (AS) wrote the day after the elections that the work of the Cabinet of Ministers continued, and thanked the voters for their trust in him and the UNITED LIST. He stated that the party had also won in the Bolderāja polling station in Riga. Kulbergs pointed out that President Edgars Rinkēvičs had invited all factions to a meeting, the UNITED LIST first, and congratulated it on its historic victory. He added that there was no space for 41 faction deputies in the Saeima and the Presidential Palace. He described the coalition meeting after the elections as the calmest he could recall, stating that the issues were dealt with swiftly. In his opinion, after the elections, coalition partners and journalists showed less interest in the everyday work of the Cabinet of Ministers. Speaking about a possible tax on Netflix and other streaming platforms, Kulbergs opposed its implementation, pointing out that it could hinder cooperation with the USA. He said that the USA currently ranks 15th in terms of Latvia's foreign trade, behind Russia, and mentioned discussions with American entrepreneurs, the Hollywood industry, and security and the deployment of US forces in Latvia. According to him, during the Latvian president's visit to the USA, the US ambassador had organized a meeting for the Latvian business delegation with about 300 high-level entrepreneurs, while HBO had already arrived in Latvia for talks. Kulbergs estimated that the streaming platform fee could generate about 600,000 euros but emphasized that those costs would likely be borne by consumers, with subscription prices increasing. He believed that the funding for the Latvian film industry could be found in other ways, including reviewing the SIF programs, and he criticized the Ministry of Culture for not finding a solution without a new tax in four months. #Latvija #vēlēšanas #politika (translated)

The chairman of the Latvian Green Party representing AS, Edgars Tavars, previously indicated to the LETA agency that potential coalition partners will be evaluated based on their readiness to agree on the tasks to be undertaken and to support the necessary changes in the country. #Saeima #koalīcija #pārmaiņas (translated)

"The program was more rounded, there will be a bigger specificity," says Edgars Tavars, commenting on the upcoming proposal from Andris Kulbergs to potential government partners. Edgars Tavars explains what changes Kulbergs will bring. Regarding pricing methodology in procurements, Edgars Tavars promises new tools. Edgars Tavars believes that in the first 100 days, Kulbergs' government will accomplish 80% of the work. #Latvija #valdība #koalīcija (translated)

The chairman of the Latvian Green Party, which is represented by the "United List" (AS), Edgars Tavars, previously indicated to the agency LETA that potential coalition partners will be assessed based on their willingness to agree on the necessary tasks to be done and to support the required changes in the country. #valdība #koalīcija #pārmaiņas (translated)

To ensure stable government work, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has put forward three principles for the new coalition parties, emphasizing the need to implement effective and sometimes unpopular reforms, as well as to maintain a strategic course in security and foreign policy. #Латвия #Сейм #политика (translated)

Rinkēvičs also reminded that the Saeima has made a decision to draft a special law that would incorporate the positive aspects of the Istanbul Convention, but the government has still not implemented this decision. #StambulasKonvencija #LatvijasSaeima #EdgarsRinkēvičs (translated)