International security

Euro-Atlantic course and values

Latvia has been a NATO member since 29 March 2004 and is a reliable Ally on NATO’s eastern flank. In 2026, Latvia marks 22 years of NATO membership, with security policy shaped by Russia’s war against Ukraine and the need to strengthen deterrence, resilience and defence capabilities in the Baltic region. Latvia continues to provide strong support to Ukraine and, according to UNHCR, almost 32,000 refugees from Ukraine currently hold temporary protection in Latvia.

Part of the European family

Latvia joined the European Union on the 1st of May, 2004. It ensures many different benefits, such as improved access and reduced costs to capital and beneficial trading and export terms. Our ex-minister of Finance in Latvia, Valdis Dombrovskis, is the Executive Vice-President for 'Economy that works for People' at the European Commission. Latvia’s voice is well-respected and heard on a European level.

We are also part of the eurozone, which means our currency has better security against external monetary shocks. Latvia implemented the euro in 2014.

Safe online and offline

Latvia continues to strengthen its cybersecurity architecture. The National Cyber Security Centre started operating on 1 September 2024, and the National Cyber Security Index lists Latvia with a score of 85.83 in its September 2025 version. Latvia’s cybersecurity policy is guided by the National Cybersecurity Strategy 2023–2026.

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