UK and Latvia to strengthen defence co-operation

LONDON:Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met Krišj?nis Kari?š in Riga today to thank the Latvian leader for hosting a successful Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) summit.

The Prime Minister welcomed the already strong defence cooperation between the UK and Latvia. Both agreed on the importance on continuing to strengthen that cooperation in the future.

Discussing the opportunities to strengthen bilateral ties, including in the digital and medical technology industries, the leaders agreed to work together to accelerate the trade relationship between both nations.

The Prime Minister added that he hoped to welcome Prime Minister Kari?š to the UK soon, where there is a large Latvian diaspora community.

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