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The year 2027 is essentially such that, as we have prepared the land, sown the seed, and then it grows. In this case - in 2027, we essentially need to do everything to prepare this soil, to sow the seed. And then there will be 2029, 2030, when we might feel [the result]. This is very important because the biggest problems for balancing the budget will be in 2029, 2030," confirmed the chairwoman of the Saeima's Budget and Taxation Committee, Aiva Vīksna (AS). #Budžets2027 #Ekonomika #Valdība (translated)

"There are no disagreements, and we are waiting for the negotiations to begin. 'There are no disagreements, and we are waiting for the negotiations to begin. And I don't think that a week in either direction will significantly change anything,' says the current deputy head of the NA Saeima faction, Artūrs Butāns, optimistically." #Politika #Mazākumvaldība #Latvija (translated)

"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)

Jones Manoel stated that crowds took to the streets and mobilized on social media, contradicting, in his assessment, the idea that it would be difficult to mobilize majorities. He said that Bolsonaro's administration proposed radical cuts to public services but then backed down, and he assessed that Lula could do more to win back those who were disappointed with the government. https://t.co/SNrooxpuNR #Mobilização #Política #Liderança (translated)

Douglas Ruas said that the TRE confirmed the result and reported having received 50.88% of the valid votes. He stated that he would govern for all citizens of Rio de Janeiro and that his commitment included the families of the state, security, health, and the future of the youth, with the aim of promoting a safer Rio de Janeiro with a better quality of life. #RioDeJaneiro #Eleições2023 #CompromissoComOSocial (translated)

He pointed out that Christian Pino had told on Argentine television that government officials at La Moneda had asked him not to ask about the SAE alert. He also highlighted the host's expression when Pino recounted that, according to what he was told at La Moneda, they did not alert the population about the flood to avoid " alarming them." #Chile #LaMoneda #AlertaSAE (translated)

Juan Cruz Alvarez pointed out that Norris had lost focus during a Safety Car in Malaysia and that, on this occasion, he had taken his teammate out of the race on the last lap. He also asked what the colleagues of the current world champion would say. #F1 #Malasia #Carrera (translated)

Kaspars Gorkšs wrote that after his professional sports career ended, for nine years his interests, education, and work have been related to administrative work and public administration. He indicated that he obtained a bachelor's degree in law and a master's degree in political science, but gained experience in the non-governmental sector in realpolitik and regulatory development. Gorkšs also mentioned that he established a new municipal educational institution in Jūrmala and led the Jūrmala football school and LDDK's operational activities. He stated that in recent years he has participated in Saeima committee meetings and collaborated with ministries, state institutions, and political parties. Gorkšs pointed out that his experience with projects that have stalled in public administration was one of the reasons he applied for the announced competition. He wrote that he planned to advocate for the efficiency of public administration, combining passion with practical experience. #ValstsPārvalde #Politika #Administrācija (translated)

Parra and Sáenz de Tejada (client and lawyer for a time) together held a press conference on October 10, 2024, during the ongoing investigation of the brother case, in a hotel in Badajoz, as scheduled, in the strategy planned from the WhatsApp group. #CorrupciónJudicial #CasoCloacas #BeatrizBiedma (translated)

Former judge Luis José Sáenz de Tejada, implicated in the case against judge Beatriz Biedma, claims that no court has summoned him, while concerns grow about the safety of Biedma and her family due to the lack of precautionary measures in the case. #CorrupciónJudicial #CasoCloacas #BeatrizBiedma (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 AfD parliamentary group in Saxony announced that AfD MP Jörg Dornau had requested the state government to disclose the performance-related compensation of executives at companies in which the Free State has a stake (Drs. 8/7237). This includes, among others, Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG, Leipzig Trade Fair, the SAENA Energy Agency, and the porcelain manufactory. Regarding the Leipzig Trade Fair, Dornau received information that there are 42.5 executives in full-time equivalents. The government refused to provide details on fixed salaries and bonus payments. According to publicly accessible sources, the AfD parliamentary group deduced that the CEO of Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG, including bonuses, is likely to earn between 400,000 to 550,000 euros gross annually. The AfD also found years ago that savings bank executives in Dresden likely earn more than 50,000 euros per month on average (7/10922). Dornau accused the government of not disclosing the compensation of executives at companies with state participation of 51 to 100 percent because this would be difficult to convey to citizens. He assessed that some managers are not very successful but earn more than Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Dornau demanded that the salaries of the CEOs be made publicly accessible, like those of public broadcasting, to avoid the impression of a “CDU cliquishness.” #AfD #Sachsen #JörgDornau #CDU #FriedrichMerz #Landesbeteiligungen #Spitzengehälter #Transparenz #LeipzigerMesse #MitteldeutscheFlughafenAG #AfD #Transparenz #Sachsen (translated)

To be honest, the "National Alliance's" red lines currently have absolutely no significance, as Andra Kulberg's faction has such a large majority that they have no reason to respect the "National Alliance's" red lines. Meanwhile, Saeima deputy Andris Šuvajevs emphasizes that it is important for the "Progressives" to receive assurance that the issue of the Istanbul Convention will not be reopened. #Politika #ValdībasVeidošana #Saeima (translated)