Insightful visit to @centrsmarta.bsky.social in Latgale. From providing support systems and innovative “warm grains” therapy, their dedicated work helps victims of violence. Also, their expertise extends to Ukraine.
🤝We commend them for the important work, and look forward to continued cooperation.
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Over morning coffee, Ambassador Carl Peersman welcomed business community from Limburg, his fellow-country men, to share insights on Latvia's business lanscape. Bedank veur ‘t bezeuk!
Celebrating the 80th anniversary of the International Court of Justice 🎉: a cornerstone of the international legal order.
As proud host country, the Netherlands remains committed to peaceful dispute settlement and the rule of law. #ICJat80
Timely briefing by Ombudsperson Karina Palkova and Ruta Siliņa from the Ombudsman’s Office on human rights in Latvia before the United Nations Periodic Review.
Gracias al Embajador de España, Manuel Alhama Orenes, por organizar esta reunión.
Last week, we underscored the importance of wind energy at #WindWorks conference. Today, the opening of the "Delska" data centre, fully powered by renewables, is an example of why we need more renewable energy in Europe. Happy to be present at this event, a valuable step forward!
Currently, the Rafale fighter jets are stationed in Šiauliai 🇱🇹 as part of #NATO Baltic Air Policing.
🤝 Merci à l’Ambassadeur de France, Manuel Lafont Rapnouil, et à son équipe pour avoir organisé cette rencontre !
#StrongerTogether
Early this morning, 🇫🇷 French Air Force Rafale fighter jets arrived at 🇱🇻 Lielvārde Air Base, where they were awaited by Prime Minister Siliņa, Foreign Affairs Minister Braže and Defense Minister Sprūds.
#WeAreNATO
Good to meet with Jesse Klaver, who participated in the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Standing Committee on 11 April in Riga. At the #NATOPA, the upcoming #NATO Ankara Summit and increasing defence spending were discussed.
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📷Saeima
It was great to meet Head of Unit, EU and Global Affairs from the Netherlands Institute of International Relations Clingendael dr. Louise van Schaik who moderated the panel on “The EU and its Eastern Neighbours”.
#TEUC2026
On 10 April, the EU Conversations 2026 conference organized by the Latvian Institute of International Affairs gathered experts to discuss 🇪🇺 internal and external policy, budget, security and defence.
Bringing the dynamic #WindWorks2026 conference to a close, we are immensely proud of our 🇳🇱 offshore wind energy trade delegation.
👏With 12 companies participating, this year was another step forward in advancing the renewable energy sector in the Baltic region.
#NLinLV
They also talked about strengthening civic defense and climate resilience in Riga and the Netherlands. It was great to exchange ideas on how to make sure our cities stay safe, pleasant and future-proof. 🤝
Ambassador Carl Peersman met with the Mayor of Riga @viesturskl.bsky.social to discuss how to continue our long-time cooperation on urban mobility. 🚲
Ambassador Carl Peersman had a valuable exchange with the Minister of Agriculture Armands Krauze on enhancing bilateral relations in agriculture and investment, and on key topics including the MFF, Green Deal, and forestry. 🤝 We look forward to continued cooperation!
🟠Round-table discussions focused on wind energy policy, grid infrastructure and the energy security market thanks to the participation of our experts. This was followed by a dinner networking event hosted by Ambassador Carl Peersman at his residence.
Our 🇳🇱 delegation of offshore wind companies has arrived in Riga! On their first day, our 20 person delegation participated in a general briefing, followed by a round-table discussion on the topic of offshore wind energy.
Today, Ambassador Carl Peersman attended a business lunch on tax administration in Latvia. It was also a great opportunity to meet with Baiba Šmite-Roķe, Director General of the State Revenue Service.
We had the honour to welcome 🇪🇺 Vice-President of the EU parliament Roberts Zīle to exchange views on Latvian economy, mobility questions, and MFF discussions.
🤝Thanks to Mr Zīle for the valuable insights!
As the world becomes more unstable, we continue stepping up: investing more in defence, strengthening our defence industry, and reinforcing our deterrence posture. Inaction is not an option. #WeAreNATO
On #NATODay, we celebrate 77 years of collective defense.
As a founding member, the Netherlands is proud to be an active part of this Alliance that has been integral to the security of billions of people in history. 🇳🇱
📷: NATO
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🔬Exploring how new approaches can improve the future of healthcare is an important driving force in the paediatric field. Saving the lives of children is the ultimate goal. 🤝Thank you to professionals and distinguished guests for the insightful conversation.
🥼Today, we welcomed health care professionals from the Princess Máxima Centre in Utrecht and the Children's Clinical University Hospital in Riga. Together we had discussions on strengthening cooperation between 🇳🇱 and 🇱🇻 in the field of healthcare, especially in the field of paediatric oncology.
🤝Thankful for the introduction to Ministry of Justice and the Academy by Director Laila Jurcēna.
⚖️ At the Judicial Academy, Ambassador Carl Peersman met with Justice Minister Inese Lībiņa-Egnere and Parliamentary Secretary Lauma Paegļkalna during the annual informal meeting. Discussions focused on migration, human rights, security, disinformation, and continued support for Ukraine.
Today, we remember the deportations of over 42,000 Latvians to Siberia. At the Occupation Museum, we honour their memory and the importance of historical truth. Freedom is not self-evident. This is why we strengthen cooperation in NATO and the EU.
🤝“The official diplomatic ties started in 1921, but when it comes to cultural and economic ties, we go way back. It is safe to say we share a common history which is older than 800 years.”
🌷We look forward to a future defined by trust, close cooperation and common goals.
#NLinLatvia
🇳🇱🇱🇻 On the occasion of the 105th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Netherlands and Latvia, Ambassador Carl Peersman reflected on the longstanding and friendly relations in an interview.
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💡Inspirational opening remarks at “Future of Work in the Age of AI.” 🇱🇻 Latvia continues to position itself as a digitally advanced country, establishing a National AI Center and showing how AI can also empower smaller linguistic communities.
