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Embassy-supported exhibition opens in Museum of the Occupation of Latvia

Embassy-supported exhibition opens in Museum of the Occupation of Latvia

Ambassador Carwile and Minister of Culture take part in opening ceremony with members of Latvian diaspora

Embassy Raises Progress Pride Flag on IDAHOTB

Embassy Raises Progress Pride Flag on IDAHOTB

Ambassador Carwile: “I am proud to continue the Embassy’s tradition of demonstrating our solidarity with LGBTQI+ individuals.”

Ambassador meets with Liepāja officials

Ambassador meets with Liepāja officials

Embassy visit strengthens U.S.-Latvia ties.

U.S. Army Chorus Performs in Ādaži and Lielvārde

U.S. Army Chorus Performs in Ādaži and Lielvārde

Concerts celebrated 100th anniversary of U.S.-Latvia diplomatic relations.

Secretary Blinken Visits Latvia

Secretary Blinken Visits Latvia

“The United States is more committed than ever to standing with you.”

  
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  • Secretary Blinken Visits Latvia

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Singer Clark Beckham

Social media contest to win invites for a concert of U.S. musician Clark Beckham

28 June, 2022 | Art & Culture, Culture, Events, U.S. & Latvia

Official Trivia Contest Rules Social media contest to win invites for a concert of U.S. musician Clark Beckham at the Rīgas Ritmi Festival. Contest Sponsors «Social…

Ambassador Carwile delivering remarks

U.S. Embassy-supported exhibition opens in Museum of the Occupation of Latvia

13 June, 2022 | Ambassador, Events, Press Releases

Riga, June 10, 2022 – U.S. Ambassador to Latvia John Carwile took part in the opening event for a new U.S. Embassy-supported exhibition at the…

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COVID-19 Information

12 June, 2022 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens

COVID-19 Information Last updated: 12 June, 2022 ***  As of 12:01 a.m. EDT June 12, 2022, the CDC order requiring all persons aged two and above…

Ambassadir Carwile speaking

U.S. Embassy Raises Rainbow Flag on May 17 for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and...

17 May, 2022 | Art & Culture, Culture, Events, Press Releases

Riga, May 17, 2022 – To mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOTB), the U.S. Embassy in Riga raised the rainbow flag…

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Message for U.S. Citizens: June 1, 2022 Open House For American Citizens – U.S. Embassy Riga, Latvia

16 May, 2022 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services

June 1 Open House For American Citizens   The U.S. Embassy invites U.S. citizens resident in or traveling to Latvia to an open house with the…

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U.S. Army Europe and Africa Soldiers’ Chorus perform in Ādaži and Lielvārde

12 May, 2022 | Art & Culture, Culture, Events, Press Releases

Riga, May 3, 2022 – The United States Embassy in Riga is proud to support the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Soldiers’ Chorus concerts in…

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Notice of Funding Opportunity for Alumni of U.S. Government Programs

25 March, 2022 | Alumni, Education, News

U.S. Department of State U.S. Embassy Riga The Embassy of the United States in Riga, Latvia announces an open competition for past participants (“alumni”) of…

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Ambassador John Carwile visits Rēzekne

25 March, 2022 | Ambassador, Culture, Economic Affairs, Press Releases

U.S. Ambassador to Latvia John Carwile paid a two-day visit to Rēzekne on March 22-23 affirm U.S. support for Latvia, build on longstanding U.S.-Rēzekne ties,…

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Ambassador, Minister of Interior and State Border Guard Chief to Participate in the Handover Ceremony...

8 March, 2022 | Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Latvia

Rīga, March 8, 2022 – Ambassador John Carwile, Minister of Interior Marija Golubeva and State Border Guard Chief General Guntis Pujāts will participate in a…

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Remarks by Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Latvian Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs At a Joint Press...

8 March, 2022 | Europe & Eurasia, Key Officials, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Latvia, U.S. Secretary of State

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release March 7, 2022 FOREIGN MINISTER RINKĒVIČS: (Via Interpreter) Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. And…

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Diplomacy over War; Truth over Lies

3 February, 2022 | Ambassador, Policy, Political Affairs, U.S. & Latvia

Ambassador John Carwile February 1, 2022 The world is watching Russia’s pattern of unprovoked aggression toward Ukraine. Russia’s actions are a threat not only to…

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U.S. and Latvian Officials to Commemorate Completion of Renovation Project at State Fire and Rescue Service’s...

18 January, 2022 | Ambassador, American Spaces, News, Press Releases

Riga, January 18, 2022 – U.S. Ambassador John Carwile, Minister of Interior Marija Golubeva, Chair of Daugavpils City Council Andrejs Elksniņš, and Chief of State…

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Health Alert: Implementation of a one day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers coming to the United...

4 December, 2021 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens

Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Riga, Latvia (4 December 2021)   Location: Latvia, countrywide   Event:  On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers…

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Secretary Antony J. Blinken with Ina Strazdiņa of LTV

3 December, 2021 | Key Officials, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Latvia, U.S. Secretary of State

Interview Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Atta Center Riga, Latvia December 1, 2021

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Secretary Antony J. Blinken at a Press Availability at the NATO Ministerial

3 December, 2021 | Key Officials, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State

Remarks Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Atta Center Riga, Latvia December 1, 2021

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Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Latvian Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs at a Joint Press...

3 December, 2021 | Key Officials, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Latvia, U.S. Secretary of State

Remarks by Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State Ministry of Foreign Affairs Riga, Latvia November 30, 2021

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Health Alert: Travel Restrictions for travelers present in certain African countries – U. S. Embassy...

3 December, 2021 | Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens

Health Alert – U. S. Embassy in Riga, Latvia (December 2, 2021) Location: Latvia Event: On November 26, the White House announced a travel restriction for certain…

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United States European Command Donates Medical Equipment to State Emergency Medical Service to Support...

16 November, 2021 | Ambassador, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & Latvia

On Tuesday, November 16, U.S. Ambassador John Carwile presented the Latvian State Emergency Medical Service with eight mobile mechanical lung ventilators. The U.S. Embassy Office…

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