AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEU Visa Crackdown for Russians: 11 Schengen countries, including Latvia, are pushing the European Commission for stricter, binding tourist-visa rules for Russians, arguing that hundreds of thousands of holidaymakers still get access despite the war in Ukraine; Brussels says a proposal with “targeted restrictive measures” is coming in January, after complaints about uneven national enforcement. Riga Airport Watch: Riga Airport expects 7.1–7.2 million passengers this year, but warns growth could be hit if direct flights to Dubai and Tel Aviv aren’t restored and if high fuel prices keep squeezing airline route plans. Beach Safety Alert (Kolka): Swimming is banned at Kolka after faecal contamination was detected; other official Latvian bathing spots remain open. Summer Boating (Abava): Latvia’s boating season is in full swing, but drought has lowered water levels on the Abava, making trips feel more like late-summer. Local Culture: Saulkrasti Jazz Festival returns 15–18 July with a rhythm-focused programme and masterclasses. Travel Science (Baltic Coast): New research with Latvian and German teams suggests radio noise from everyday devices can disrupt bats’ navigation for hours. Tech for Travelers (Baltics): iDenfy adds Smart-ID to its identity verification platform, enabling customer checks across Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia without physical documents.
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