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Magnetiq Bank becomes the first Latvian Bank to join the Polish–Latvian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Magnetiq Bank joins the PLCC, becoming the first Latvian bank to strengthen cross-border ties with Polish businesses, especially in fintech. POLAND, May 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Magnetiq Bank has signed a cooperation agreement with the...
Canadian soldier goes missing while partaking in NATO operation
(MENAFN) A Canadian soldier has gone missing in Latvia while participating in a NATO operation, the Baltic nation’s armed forces confirmed Friday. "The National Armed Forces informs that confirmation has been received from the Canadian Forces...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
EU EASTERN BORDERS: Polish president signs asylum suspension law ― Finland plans to extend its asylum suspension law ― 18 reception centres to close in Finland ― Tighter controls at checkpoints on Latvia’s borders ― Pushback accusation in…
A controversial new asylum law has entered into force in Poland. The Finnish government is planning to extend the duration of its controversial asylum law. The Finnish Immigration Service has announced that it will close 18 reception centres in...
Owner: ECRE (Non-profit)
Baltic Region’s Leading Scientific Event – RSU Research Week 2025 – to Take Place Next Week in Riga, Latvia
RIGA, Latvia, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From 24 to 28 March 2025, Riga Stradiņš University (RSU) will host one of the most significant scientific events in the Baltic region: RSU Research Week 2025. This biennial forum gathers scientists,...
Canadian Troop Disappears During NATO Deployment
(MENAFN) A member of the Canadian military has disappeared while participating in a NATO operation in Latvia, according to an announcement made Friday by the Baltic country's defense forces. "The National Armed Forces informs that confirmation has...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
EU EASTERN BORDERS: NGO report highlights ‘systematic’ pushbacks at EU borders ― European court hears landmark pushback cases against Poland, Latvia and Lithuania ― NGO denounces deadly effects of ‘militarisation’ on Poland-Belarus border; urges parlia…
A recent NGO report has revealed that over 120,000 pushbacks were recorded at the EU’s borders in 2024, including almost 20,000 at the eastern borders. The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has begun a landmark series of hearings against...
Owner: ECRE (Non-profit)
EU distributes one hundred seventy-five billion dollars through SAFE Program
(MENAFN) The European Commission has released the initial breakdown of a $175.6 billion defense fund under its Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, aimed at strengthening military readiness across the bloc. According to the plan, 19...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
Latvia’s Minister for Defence Andris Sprūds will visit Sweden
SWEDEN, September 30 - Published 30 September 2024 On Friday 4 October, Minister for Defence Pål Jonson and Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard will receive Latvia’s Minister for Defence Andris Sprūds at the South Skåne Regiment...
Owner: Swedish Government
Ilham Aliyev met with Latvian President in Davos
AZERBAIJAN, January 21 - On January 21, Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, met with Edgars Rinkēvičs, President of the Republic of Latvia, at the latter’s request in Davos. Edgars Rinkēvičs fondly recalled his previous meetings...
Owner: Azerbaijani Government
South Carolina Company expands into Australian, Indonesian and Latvian markets
Dust Solutions, Inc. designs and manufactures equipment to address dust issues for a global clientele. Their solutions for prevention, suppression, and wind protection serve industries like mining, power generation, biomass, aggregate, pulp and...
Owner: American Government
AB Akola Group completes successful acquisition of Latvian company
SIA Linas Agro, an indirectly controlled company of AB Akola Group, has acquired 100% of the shares of SIA Elagro Trade, a Latvian company, from Agrolats Holding AS and three natural persons. The deal has been authorized by the Competition Council...
iCustoms Scales New Heights with AI-Driven Trade Compliance Now Across 16 European Countries
LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, September 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- iCustoms, a leader in AI-powered customs technology, today announced a major expansion of its platform into 14 additional European countries, marking a significant...
Euronet Signs Agreement with Swedbank to Acquire ATM Assets and Provide ATM Outsourcing Services in Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia
LEAWOOD, Kan., Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euronet (NASDAQ: EEFT), a leading global financial technology solutions and payments provider, announced today an agreement with Swedbank to acquire the bank’s ATM assets and provide ATM outsourcing...
Statement by Belgium, Finland, Ireland, Latvia, Luxembourg, Slovenia and Sweden
SWEDEN, December 13 - About one in five children are victims of some form of sexual violence. This includes sexual touching, rape, sexual harassment, grooming, exhibitionism, exploitation in prostitution and pornography, online sexual extortion,...
Owner: Swedish Government
Joint statement by the Heads of Government of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Norway, Poland, and Sweden
SWEDEN, November 27 - We, the Heads of Government of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Norway, Poland, and Sweden met today in Harpsund, Sweden, at a pivotal time for our security. As a result of this Summit, all the leaders of the Nordic-Baltic...
Owner: Swedish Government
Printify Publishes New Guide Highlighting Leading Business Models for Artists and Designers
As the creator economy grows, Printify outlines leading business models giving artists and designers new ways to earn from their work. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The creator economy is booming,...
Magnetiq Bank becomes the first Latvian Bank to join Fintech Hub LT
Magnetiq Bank has joined the Fintech Hub LT association, becoming the first Latvian bank to partner with this organization. RIGA, LATVIA, October 21, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Magnetiq Bank has joined the Fintech Hub LT association, becoming...
EU Commits USD175.6B Fund to Enhance Defense Readiness Across Bloc
(MENAFN) The European Commission has unveiled a preliminary €150 billion ($175.6 billion) defense fund as part of its new Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, aimed at enhancing defense capabilities within the EU. This funding will be...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
AB Akola Group receives permission to acquire Latvian grain exporter
SIA Linas Agro, an indirectly controlled company of AB Akola Group, has received approval from the Competition Council of the Republic of Latvia to acquire the Latvian company SIA Elagro Trade. SIA Elagro Trade is one of Latvia's leading grain,...
NATO PA President concludes visit to Czechia, Estonia and Latvia with strong message of support to Ukraine
31 October 2024 The President of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, Gerald E. Connolly (United States), concluded a week-long visit to Czechia, Estonia and Latvia focused on support for Ukraine and NATO’s commitment to defending democracy. In his...
Owner: NATO Parliamentary Assembly