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15 May 2012

Foreign Minister Rinkēvičs meets Minister of Defence of China

On 15 May, Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs met with the Minister of Defence of the People’s Republic of China Liang Guanglie. “Latvia very highly appreciates the political dialogue between our countries at various levels, the dynamics of reciprocal visits, as well as political and parliamentary contacts. Latvia has always regarded China as a major partner in economic dialogue and cooperation,” emphasised Minister Rinkēvičs during the conversation.

15 May 2012

Cabinet supports establishment of External Economic Policy Coordination Council

On 15 May, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the establishment of the Council for the Coordination of External Economic Policy. Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs is to be Chairman of the Council, and the Minister of Economy Daniels Pavļuts – Deputy Chairman.

15 May 2012

Foreign Minister of Latvia congratulates Afghanistan on launching third phase of security transition

The Minister of Foreign Affairs Edgars Rinkēvičs welcomes the 13 May announcement by Afghanistan’s President Hamid Karzai on launching the third tranche of security responsibility transfer in the country. “I am certain that a solid foundation has been laid for the transition process to be successful and to proceed in a close interaction between Afghan authorities and the international community.

15 May 2012

In Foreign Affairs Council, Foreign Minister Rinkēvičs voices concern for Ukraine’s position in dialogue with the EU and calls for discussions on restrictions to human rights and political freedoms in Russia

On 14 May in Brussels, Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs took part in the meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council. While the European Union’s foreign ministers discussing the EU-Ukraine relations, Minister Rinkēvičs expressed concern over the deterioration of political and human rights situation in Ukraine.

14 May 2012

Foreign Minister to take part in Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels

On 14 May, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Edgars Rinkēvičs will take part in the European Union (EU) Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels. During the meeting, the ministers intend to continue their discussion on Afghanistan from the perspective of NATO Chicago Summit. Other topics on the agenda are the preparation for the EU-Mexico Summit, Ukraine, the Middle East Peace Process, and EU’s Southern neighbourhood.

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