AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoRiga City Transport: Dzirnavu Street works (Tērbatas–Skolas) bring traffic closures from July 9–30, with detours and intersection restrictions in the historic centre—plan extra time. Riga Tourism Policy: Riga’s tourism tax is set to double next year, a fresh cost factor for visitors planning summer trips. Latvian Consular Network: More than 90 Latvian honorary consuls from 44 countries will meet in Riga July 13–15, with foreign-policy and consular updates plus business networking. Latvia Travel & Nature: The Latvian National Museum of Natural History hosts “Lilies 2026” July 16–18, featuring 150+ lily varieties and bulb orders. Baltic Sports Travel: Latvia’s Paula Krieva & Estere Zakite reach the U18 beach volleyball semis at The Hague after a strong pool run. Visa Watch for Travellers: China lists 35 European countries for visa-free entry; Saudi Arabia opens a 2026 tourist eVisa for 40 European countries; the US keeps visa-free entry for citizens of 42 countries via ESTA. Local Food: Organic dairy brand Bryunaļa is discontinued from July 10, ending weekly sales in Latgale and Rīga.
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