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The state budget for 2027 is facing serious financial difficulties, as an additional 469 million euros need to be secured to meet already accepted obligations, while borrowing is becoming more expensive and budget deficit limits will soon expire. #Budžets2027 #Ekonomika #Valdība (translated)

Minority government – that is: Kulbergs calls on ministers, not parties. In such a case, LPV would not request ministers, but would like to see some conditions met: public administration reform, support for demographics, and a government of professionals, claims Šlesers. #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)

Ansis Pūpols thanked the employees of the State Police, who, according to him, did not comply with the demands of the leader of the unregistered organization Free Palestine, Meitra Saberova, to stop asking her uncomfortable questions. Pūpols pointed out that Latvia is a democratic country and stated that there will be a film "We for Peace" about what happened at the protest the day before, which will be released in a month. https://t.co/RakDtZxINZ #MēsParMieru #Demokratija #Brīvība #MēsParMieru (translated)

The Polish police have received information about a planned attack on Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Defense Minister Vladislav Kosinjak-Kamisz while the country is in a state of heightened readiness following a recent wave of violence in schools. #Polija #Apdraudējums #DonaldTusks (translated)

The assistant to the President of Russia, Yuri Ushakov, announced that Putin told Trump how Ukraine allegedly carried out strikes on Russia's electoral infrastructure during the State Duma elections that took place in September 2026, and how this "disrupted the opportunity" to "immediately" resume peace talks. #Ukraina #Krievija #Putins (translated)

Normunds Namnieks wrote that he was not sure if any other statesman could make himself even funnier than Donald. He pointed out that initially Donald seemed confused to him, but now, in his opinion, it was clear that he was ethically disoriented. Namnieks described it as a serious problem not only for America but for the whole world. #DonaldTrump #politika #ētika (translated)

I advise them to get a new leader who can unite; US President Donald Trump has stated that it is time for Ukraine to choose a new president, claiming that the current head of state, Volodymyr Zelensky, has not done enough to end the war started by Russia in Ukraine. #Tramps #Ukraina #Zelenskis (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)

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)

For almost ten years, both Republicans and Democrats have rejected the idea that the International Criminal Court would have the authority to hold U.S. citizens, military personnel, or political leaders accountable. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced new sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC). #Sankcijas #StarptautiskāKrimināltiesa #ASV (translated)

Member of the Saeima Edmunds Jurēvics points out that, in assessing the possibility of joining the new government, “New Unity” will have three key priorities: state security, the rule of law and human rights issues, as well as proposals for public administration reforms. #Politika #ValdībasVeidošana #Saeima (translated)

Ainārs Šlesers has announced that the party Latvia First will support a minority government led by Andris Kulbergs if three conditions are met: public administration reform, the establishment of a professional government, and a birth stimulation program. #Латвия #Кулбергс #политика (translated)