Though Latvia may be best known for its vast boreal forests and unique architecture, its position as one of Russia’s western neighbors has thrust the small Baltic country into a new spotlight. A recent announcement about Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia’s disconnection from the Russian electric grid is a big step towards energy security and has raised questions about natural resources and economic development in the region. What does the year ahead look like for the Baltic states?

Join Global Minnesota for a unique opportunity to hear directly from the Ambassador of Latvia, Elita Kuzma, on the country’s economic and geopolitical direction, including trends in national security, investment possibilities in the region, and its role in the wider relationship between NATO and Russia.