Raimonds Vējonis
Dear Children, Young People, Singers, Dancers, guests here, and spectators of the Celebration throughout Latvian,   Today, song and dance have a great day! Beautiful Riga hosts vibrant Latgale, proud Kurzeme, great Zemgale, and fertile Vidzeme this week.

 

I am really proud to be with you today! I would like to thank everyone, who has done everything possible and impossible for us to experience this large-scale festival!

 

This week confirms how rich our heritage is. Voices of Latvian choirs and dance steps of Latvian dancing groups are unique in the world! We are admired! People are learning from us! When Latvians join in a common song and dance, unique energy and the feeling of togetherness are born.

 

Let us take the most beautiful moments of this festival, the brightest memories, new friendships, and confidence that Latvia is the best to our homes, towns, and regions!

 

Singers and dancers, you are future treasure and pride of our country! Besides, you will “weave” a belt of songs together and your dance steps will jingle entire Latvia tonight!

 

Thank you that you love singing, that you love dancing and you love our precious homeland!

 

God bless our Latvia!