A Grant to Support Latvia’s Efforts in Preventing the Spread of HIV/AIDS
The U.S. Embassy in Latvia announces an open call for applications for small grants to support Latvia’s efforts in preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS. Beginning…
BOOKS ARE STILL COOL!
Hello all avid readers. Apologies for a prolonged hiatus, but the book club is back with ZUCKED, by Roger McNamee. This controversial book has raised…
Remarks at the July 4 Independence Day Reception
Ambassador Nancy Bikoff Pettit June 26, 2019 Good afternoon ministers and excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to the United States Embassy’s celebration of…
U.S. Embassy Celebrates Exchange Program Awards
Riga, June 13, 2019 – Today, Nancy Pettit, United States Ambassador to Latvia, will honor this year’s exchange program recipients for the Fulbright, Humphrey, Benjamin…
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Riga, Latvia, May 8-9, 2019
Location: Announced gathering points and route include, but are not limited to, the Victory Park and Old Town in Riga. Event: Large organized gatherings to commemorate Victory Day. are expected to begin on…
NATOs Strength is in its Unity
Nancy Bikoff Pettit U.S. Ambassador to Latvia The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is the most successful alliance in history. Over the past 70 years,…
U.S. Ambassador Visits Daugavpils and Rēzekne
Riga, April 3, 2019 – U.S. Ambassador Nancy Pettit will make an official visit to Daugavpils and Rēzekne from April 3-5. During her visit to…
Let’s Talk About Corruption
Nancy Bikoff Pettit U.S. Ambassador to Latvia December 9, 2018 Latvia and the United States have been close friends and partners for 100 years. We…
BOOKS ARE STILL COOL!
Hello all avid readers. As we near the end of this patriotic month for Latvia, the book we have on offer is by Pulitzer Prize…
The United States Air Forces in Europe Band to take part in Latvia’s centennial events
Riga, November 16, 2018 – To honour the centenary of Latvia, the The United States Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) Band will take part in…
Exhibit Opening: “Celebrating the Centennials of Baltic Independence and U.S. – Baltic Relations”
Riga, November 1, 2018 – The United States Embassy in Latvia is pleased to announce the opening of an exhibit titled “Celebrating the Centennials of…
Ambassador Pettit honors State Police’s Chief Inspector for his fight against human trafficking
Today, on October 25, U.S. Ambassador to Latvia Nancy Bikoff Pettit presented a certificate of appreciation to Mr. Andris Bidzans, Chief Inspector of the Latvian…
Outlaw Regime: A Chronicle of Iran’s Destructive Activities
Secretary Pompeo released the State Department’s report detailing the magnitude of the Iranian regime’s destructive behavior at home and abroad. The report covers Iran’s support…
Remarks at the Atlantic Council
Remarks A. Wess Mitchell Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Atlantic Council Washington, DC October 18, 2018 A/S Mitchell: Thank you, Damon, for…
Address at the Celebrations of the 242nd Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of Ame
Ambassador Nancy Bikoff Pettit July 12, 2018 National Library of Latvia Labdien, good afternoon ministers and excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome to the…
Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing Marshall Billingslea meets with Latvian Counterparts on
Riga, June 7, 2018 – On June 6, Department of the Treasury’s Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing Marshall Billingslea met with Latvian officials to emphasize…
Launch of Latvian-American Innovation Award
Riga, May 8, 2018 – The United States Embassy in Riga, along with the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation (BAFF) and the American Chamber of Commerce in…
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Riga, Latvia, May 8-9, 2018
Location: Announced gathering point and route includes, but is not limited to, the Victory Monument in Riga Event: A concert expected to take place on…
