Riga, May 13, 2014 – Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Richard Stengel arrives in Riga today for an official visit. During his visit, Under Secretary Stengel will meet with Latvian government officials, media professionals and U.S. Government program alumni, participate in a town hall meeting at Riga Stradiņš University, and ... Read More»

Riga, May 9, 2014 – The Embassy is proud to announce the opening of the “Frames of America” photo exhibition by American photographer Mary Ellen Mark at the new Latvian National Library, Mūkusalas Street 3, Riga on May 10 at 4:00 p.m. The exhibition of works presents a classic documentary photography tradition in which photojournalism ... Read More»

Riga, April 28, 2014 – Under Secretary of State for Management Patrick Kennedy is visiting Riga, Latvia from April 28 to 29. During his visit, Under Secretary Kennedy will meet with Latvian government officials, view U.S. Embassy operations, and tour the new Latvian National Library. As Under Secretary for Management, Patrick Kennedy is responsible for ... Read More»

Riga, April 23, 2014 – On April 24, a company-sized contingent of U.S. paratroopers from U.S. Army Europe’s 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team will arrive in Latvia to begin exercises with Latvian troops. The arrival at Riga International Airport will be open to the media. All media representatives interested in covering the event should arrive ... Read More»