National Library of Latvia September 6 at 3:00 p.m. Distinguished guests, friends of the National Library, ladies and gentlemen. Good afternoon. I would like to thank National Library Director Andris Vilks for extending the privilege of speaking at this special event today as we celebrate the life and achievements of Gunnars Birkerts. It is an …
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Riga, January 9, 2015 [As prepared for delivery.] It was our great honor and pleasure to have you here today as you begin your tenure as new members of the Saeima and as Latvia formally kicks off its presidency of the Council of the European Union. As Professor Auers expertly explained earlier today, the U.S. …
Read More» 2 July 2015, 6:00 PM Ministers, Members of the Saeima, excellencies, distinguished guests, good friends, ladies and gentlemen: Labdien. Thank you for joining us in celebrating the birthday of the United States of America. This year marks the 239th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, a document that not only influenced and …
Read More» Riga, April 17, 2015 [As prepared for delivery.] Minister, Ms. Šteinbuka (Head of the European Commission Representation in Latvia), AmCham President Kākulis (President of AmCham), members of the American Chamber of Commerce, and distinguished guests, good evening. I am delighted to be here for the Human Development Awards ceremony and want to thank all of …
Read More» Riga, May 19, 2015 Mercure Hotel, Riga It is my great honor to stand before you again as TechCamp Riga comes to a close. While I know it has been a busy (and perhaps exhausting) two days for you, I can feel the energy radiating through the room. You have learned new skills, built networks, …
Read More» Riga, March 12, 2015 [As prepared for delivery.] Thank you, Matīss, for that kind introduction; I would like to express my personal appreciation for your outstanding efforts to strengthen Latvia-U.S. relations, expand trade and investment, and promote mutual understanding between our two countries during your term as President. The past year has been one of …
Read More» Riga, January 7, 2015 [As prepared for delivery.] Excellencies, guests, and friends — good evening and welcome. I’d like to offer everyone a Happy New Year! (Laimīgu Jauno Gadu!) and for those who are celebrating Christmas tonight, Merry Christmas (С Рождеством! / S Rozhdestvom!) Before we get started tonight, I would like to state that …
Read More» Riga, October 8, 2014 By Chargé d’Affaires a.i. Sharon Hudson-Dean Hello, and welcome everyone. Thank you to Evelyne for that warm introduction, and to ILGA-Europe for hosting us today The United States is so happy to partner with ILGA, as we work together to advance the human rights of LGBT persons. And a special thank …
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