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Politician up close: Dzintars Zakis
Dzintars Zakis is a Latvian businessman and politician. He represents the Unity party. He is currently the leader of the Saeima faction of Unity.
PhotoSmall office workers and bus drivers not to pay for music playback
Office workers will be obligated to pay for music playback as long as it is done for personal needs. The same goes for bus drivers, as long as the music is not broadcasted through the speakers of the bus.
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Finnish alcohol maker to move production from Latvia to Estonia
Finnish-owned alcohol maker Altia will relocate the production of alcoholic beverages from its Latvian distillery to its Tabasalu plant.
State budget concludes first quarter with 31.8 million surplus
The revenue of the state consolidated budget this March was 525.2 million LVL, while expenses – 479.5 million LVL. As a result of this, the budget formed a financial surplus of 45.7 million LVL.
Reform Party to choose a new leader this summer
Due to health problems, Ex-president of Latvia and founder of the Reform Party (RP) Valdis Zatlers has decided to leave his post in the political power this summer.
Ticks are waking up in Latvia
Latvian Centre Infectious Diseases has registered the first case of tick bite this year.
Survey: students are interested the least in economics and social sciences
Economics and social sciences, as it turns out, are the least interesting school subjects of Latvian students. The survey carried out by the State Education Quality Service (SEQS) shows that economics as a school subject is interesting for only 1.4% of interviewed students. Social sciences, on the other hand, are interesting to only 1.9% of students.
Explosion at Olainfarm pharmaceuticals plant; two injured
On Wednesday, April 17 a toluene vapour-induced explosion occurred at Olainfarm's last year opened nitrofurantoin production department at 09:20 AM.
Expert: the beaver problem in Riga canal should be addressed more seriously
With spring entering its rights and ice continuously melting, beavers become more active around Latvia. According to the State Forest Service data (account of 2011) there are more than 80 thousand beavers in Latvia. On top of that, their numbers keep increasing.
Latvia's VAT – average to that of Europe
During the economic crisis, many countries relied heavily on indirect taxes, such as VAT and excise tax revenues. The average VAT rate across Europe has increased from 19.5% to 21% in the last four years' time. Nearly one-third of countries secure budget revenue through indirect taxes, and their influence grows.
Minister: Russia should keep in mind the Boston bombing when hosting Sochi Olympics
After the tragic events during the Boston Marathon this Monday, Latvia should reconsider its security measures during public events, Latvian Defence Minister Artis Pabriks believes.
Estonian business leaders support a united Baltic airline
A poll of 130 of Estonia's leading businessmen found that most support a united regional airline or continued state subsidies for Estonian Air.
Economy Minister to tell the Germans about Latvia's economic and business environment
This week, Latvian Economy Minister Daniels Pavluts will be away on a working visit to Germany, where he will meet with the German Economy Minister Philip Rösler. Pavluts will also carry out a meeting with Latvians living in Germany, as well as participate in the East Forum Berlin forum.
Ministry calls for intensive work in improving general air quality
The Environment Protection and Regional Development Minister (EPRDM) Edmunds Sprudzs will be away on the informal EU Environment Ministers Council meeting next week. One of the questions on the agenda will be the quality of air in the EU.
Latvian parliament conceptually supports energy drink distribution restrictions
The Saeima National Economy, Agriculture, Environment and Regional Policy Commission conceptually supports the Energy Drinks bill. Its goal is to regulate the distribution and advertising of energy drinks.
Third Hennes & Mauritz store to open in Riga
Mols shopping centre will have its own Hennes & Mauritz (H&M) clothing store.
Balva insurance company's activities halted
Starting from Tuesday, April 16, the validity of the licences issued by Balva insurance association is temporarily halted. This decision was made by the Finance and Capital Market Commission (FCMC).
May 21 in pictures
Riga mayoral candidate. Guntis Belēvičs: bull in a china shop?
Survey: popularity of current Ventspils management is below 50%
Economic Diary: Smash Business with Taxes
Latvia's foreign trade export is growing faster than import
Latvenergo's profits drop by 18.5% in 2012
Slow-down in Estonia’s growth expected
PAA bath manufacturer modernizes production plant and creates Silk Stone material
Paul Krugman declined participation in the First Riga Economic Forum
Friendship between Unity and Prudentia: gigantic losses for state budget
HM: smoking in the presence of a child is considered abuse
Bathing season officially open in Latvia
Latvia's living costs reach record high level
Infographic: How teens' habits threaten the future of Facebook
Petrol price fixing scandal: oil giant bosses to be jailed if found guilty
Bloomberg: The eurozone must be split to save EU
French President: austerity endangers EU
May 16 in pictures
Greek politician slaps woman live on TV
Colombia hosts Miss Pole Dance 2012
VIDEO: Airline fined for in-flight bikini show
VIDEO: The birth of a snowflake
VIDEO: World's most dangerous marketplace
May 20 in pictures
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May 15 in pictures
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