President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs opened the 75th Congress of the American Latvian Association in Washington on 18 September. In his speech, President reminded everyone that American Latvian Association was founded in Washington in 1951, when Latvia was under occupation. “United States of America is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year. Next year will mark 105 years since establishing of diplomatic relations between Latvia and the US. These milestones resemble the lasting friendship…
President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs opened the 75th Congress of the American Latvian Association in Washington on 18 September. In his speech, President reminded everyone that American Latvian Association was founded in Washington in 1951, when Latvia was under occupation. “United States of America is celebrating its 250th anniversary this year. Next year will mark 105 years since establishing of diplomatic relations between Latvia and the US. These milestones resemble the lasting friendship between our countries and people – a link created, strengthened and protected by a long line of generations,” Edgars Rinkēvičs pointed out to the delegates. “You have undertaken significant efforts to strengthen the transatlantic ties, facilitate…
