Good morning! Good morning, Mister Minister, Madam Director! Dear friends! It is absolutely clear that there is evident truth that innovation is the key to productivity. It is a key to economic development, and it is a key to competitiveness. This aspiration is clear. Latvia has already shown that all four – innovation, productivity, economic development and competitiveness – are possible. Our scientists are pushing boundaries in deep tech fields like quantum technology, materials science, space and clean energy. Our companies are offering high value-added products around the world. While we have much to be proud of, we also should acknowledge that gaps remain. Innovators still face barriers like limited infrastructure, like fragmented…