🤝Thank you to The Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs for having us! We appreciate the insightful discussion on current migration issues. ➡️ www.pmlp.gov.lv/lv/jaunums/p...

On the occasion of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Deputy Head of Mission Nisha Pavel laid flowers at the Holocaust Memorial in the Biķernieki forest to commemorate the Holocaust victims. At the ceremony, we honoured their lives and made sure they are not forgotten.

During his first regional visit to Latgale, Ambassador Carl Peersman visited the border area in Silene to see how 🇱🇻 Latvia is strengthening the external border of the European Union.

💡Strong local voices, real impact and meaningful conversations. Today, we were happy to meet with New East, Chayka and Cita Daugavpils and learn how they support local communities in Daugavpils. 🙌Many thanks to everyone for coming and we look forward to seeing you again!

Thirty-five years ago, the Latvian people united in peaceful resistance and stood up against Soviet forces to defend 🇱🇻 independence. Today, the Barricades remind us of the value of freedom, solidarity, and resilience.

The Ambassador Carl Peersman highlighted the importance of continuing our close cooperation to safeguard media freedom, strengthen the rule of law, build resilience, fight corruption, and promote human rights and democratic values.

As Latvia begins its first term on the 🇺🇳 United Nations Security Council, we extend our sincere congratulations to Latvia taking this important position. 🤝We will continue to work closely with 🇱🇻 in the #UN.

As the New Year begins, the Kingdom of the Netherlands conveys its warmest wishes for peace, good health and prosperity. ✨🌎

🎄Priecīgus Ziemassvētkus un laimīgu Jauno gadu! 🎊Vrolijk Kerstfeest en een Gelukkig Nieuwjaar! 💫The Embassy team wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🖼️Salomon Jacobswz. van Ruysdael, Winterlandschap met schaatsers bij een stad, oil on canvas.

📽️Looking back at the 2025 #NATO Summit in The Hague! Watch the "Behind the Scenes" documentary by @minbz.bsky.social to see how the Netherlands organized this historic event. #WeAreNATO #StrongerTogether ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqgI...

The Netherlands will act as host country for the Claims Commission for Ukraine. This is the next step in our international efforts for a compensation mechanism for people like Olha. Claims will be reviewed, assessed and decided upon - key for facilitating future compensation. 1/2

The official launch of the Claims Commission is a crucial step to achieve justice for Ukraine. I signed the convention on behalf of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, in the presence of President Zelensky, President Sandu, Minister Sybiha, Minister Popșoi, @coe.int and European partners. 1/3

The Netherlands has provided substantial support to Ukraine since the start of the large-scale Russian invasion. The government is now making an additional €700 million available at an accelerated pace, allowing military deliveries to continue in early 2026.

🎉 Gefeliciteerd! Daudz laimes! 👑 Congratulations to Princess Catharina-Amalia on her 22nd birthday! In honour of the Princess, we are flying the 🇳🇱 Dutch flag with an orange pennon today. www.koninklijkhuis.nl/actueel/nieu...

The 'Cross for long service as officer' was instituted in 1844 by King William II, as a recognition for the dedication of the officers that had spend 15 years and longer in the armed forces. Due to celebratory toasts with Dutch gin the nickname became 'jenever cross'.

✨🎄 Congratulations, Riga! 🎄✨ Riga's Christmas Market has just been named one of the best in Europe! Located in the heart of the medieval Old Town, the market invites with sparkling lights, festive scents, and a cozy atmosphere we would call gezellig in Dutch.

The Netherlands is providing layered air defence in Poland: Patriots, NASAMS, counter-drones and 300 troops. We protect supply lines to Ukraine, defend NATO’s eastern flank, and develop our capabilities. This strengthens the security of Poland, Ukraine, NATO and the Netherlands!

Together with Latvia and Croatia, we coordinate European efforts to strengthen our drone capabilities. We need to cooperate more closely while speeding up our progress. For example by joint testing, training and procurement. And let’s learn from Ukraine, who is leading the way! 🇳🇱🇭🇷🇱🇻

On 30 November, Ambassador Carl Peersman attended a ceremony to commemorate the 25 000 Latvian Jews who were murdered 84 years ago by the Nazi occupiers in the Rumbula forest. At the ceremony, we honoured their lives and made sure they are not forgotten.

🟠During the #OrangeTheWorld campaign, the Embassy supported a conference “Protecting Victims in the Digital Age: Preventing Technology-Based Violence and Exploitation” organized by @centrsmarta.bsky.social.

🟠Today, we #OrangeTheWorld to stand united against all forms of violence, including digital violence, which is one of the fastest growing forms of abuse. Digital tools are increasingly being used to stalk, harass, threaten and abuse women and girls.

🎉 We have a new colleague! We are happy to introduce you to our Senior Political and Public Diplomacy Officer Katrīna Ošiņa. Welkom!

Proud to have our cadets from 🇳🇱 Defence Academy in Riga today to join the parade and celebrate 🇱🇻 Independence Day. Their field trip in the Baltic States includes research projects and lectures about the political and military situation.

🇱🇻 Congratulations to Latvia and to the people of Latvia on Independence Day – a celebration of freedom, history, resilience and enduring traditions! Latvia is our valued friend and trusted ally, and we proudly celebrate the 107th anniversary with you! Saules mūžu Latvijai! #Latvia107

🎉Our long-term partner, Baltic Centre for Media Excellence, celebrates its 10th anniversary! Today’s #BalticMediaAIForum2025 highlights how successfully BCME has adapted to change and met new challenges with innovation — all while promoting quality journalism and empowering media professionals.

On Lāčplēsis day we remember and honor Latvian Freedom Fighters who courageously fought for the independence of Latvia. 🇱🇻Sveicam Lāčplēša dienā!🇱🇻

📢 The protection of whistleblowers is crucial in safeguarding public interest and in the fight against corruption! On 7 November, we participated in the conference "Courage to report" on whistleblowers organised by DELNA, State Chancellery and KNAB.

🇳🇱🤝🇱🇻 Ambassador Carl Peersman was honoured to meet with Minister Baiba Braže together with fellow newly appointed ambassadors, for a discussion on shared priorities. The Netherlands and Latvia remain committed to advancing European cooperation and strengthening our shared security.

Today at the #BalticMedia Health Check event organised by Centre for Media Studies at SSE Riga, Ambassador Carl Peersman highlighted the importance of media resilience in the industry and preserving our democratic values.

🌍 Ga je binnenkort op reis naar Letland? Of ben je al in het land? Meld je aan voor de Informatieservice van het ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken. Je ontvangt dan: ✔ Direct updates als het reisadvies verandert ✔ Waarschuwingen bij een (dreigende) crisis in het land waar je bent

❓Reporting misconduct from within an organization is a sensitive matter. How to do this and what comes afterwards? This is at the center of the "Courage to report" conference organized by @delnalv.bsky.social, State Chancellery and @knabgovlv.bsky.social delna.lv/en/2025/10/0...

The #IstanbulConvention saves lives. We stand united with all organizations calling to uphold the convention and protect everyone from violence. #StambulasKonvencija sargā dzīvības. Mēs esam vienoti ar visām organizācijām, kas aicina ievērot konvenciju un aizsargāt ikvienu no vardarbības.

Ambassador Carl Peersman was honored to have a productive meeting with Latvijas Republikas Saeima Speaker Daiga Mieriņa today. They discussed the strong Netherlands-Latvia partnership, shared commitment to Baltic security and support for Ukraine. 🤝 📸Reinis Inkēns, Saeima

Timely discussion with Dutch teachers this week on Baltic history, resilience & combating disinformation. 👨‍🏫 Honored to host them with Atlantische Commissie Grateful to Lars Flink from @stratcomcoe.bsky.social & Ambassador Carl Peersman for sharing their insights on today's threat landscape.

🇳🇱 "We have a responsibility to press on and do better and be better prepared," Lieutenant Colonel Erik Stijnman from @clingendael.bsky.social said concluding day 2 of #RigaConf2025. Listen to the discussion on military mobility: www.youtube.com/live/T-u1GYb... #NetherlandsinLatvia

The Embassy is proud to support #RigaConf2025. We're there, along with Dutch experts Admiral Rob Bauer, the 33rd Chair of the Military Committee of the NATO and Lieutenant Colonel Erik Stijnman @clingendael.bsky.social #NetherlandsinLatvia 👏

Vital conversations on Ethical AI in Journalism at the Stockholm School Of Economics Centre for Media Studies last week. 🤖 We were proud to support this event & feature Dr. Hannes Cools from @uva.nl on responsible innovation in media. #EthicalAI #Journalism #NetherlandsInLatvia

A fun break in the Ambassador Carl Peersman's busy schedule to meet the Senioren Bakel group. 🕺🏼 The group traveled to Latvia to learn more about its culture, history and people. The Ambassador was happy to meet and share the things he has learned about this beautiful and resilient country so far.

💚 Today we raise a flag to celebrate the Anniversary of the #SDGs! The SDGs, or Sustainable Development Goals, are about making the world greener, fairer, more inclusive by 2030. #TogetherForTheSDGs 🌱 Read more about the 17 SDGs: sdgs.un.org/goals

SG of the Netharlands MFA Christiaan Rebergen was in Riga yesterday to discuss our shared security. Valuable discussions on modern management of ministries in challenging times with the counterpart Andžejs Viļumsons @arlietas.bsky.social, defence and disinformation with experts and researchers. 🤝

Op 29 oktober 2025 vinden de Tweede Kamerverkiezingen plaats in Nederland. Geregistreerde Nederlanders in het buitenland kunnen ook stemmen. Hieronder geven we een korte uitleg van de belangrijkste stappen. ⬇️

🔴 At the Occupation Museum & KGB Corner House in Riga, the Ambassador Carl Peersman recently learned more about Latvia’s history and reflected on its difficult path to freedom and democracy.“ It motivates us to keep NATO & EU strong, as well as continue supporting Ukraine,” he said.

De Tweede Kamerverkiezingen komen eraan, op 29 oktober 2025! Nederlanders die in het buitenland wonen, moeten zich vóór 17 september registreren om te stemmen. Volg deze link voor meer informatie en om je te registreren ➡️ www.denhaag.nl/nl/verkiezin...

🇳🇱 De Tweede Kamerverkiezingen komen eraan, op 29 oktober 2025! Nederlanders die in het buitenland wonen, moeten zich vóór 17 september registreren om te stemmen. Volg deze link voor meer informatie en om je te registreren ➡️ www.denhaag.nl/nl/verkiezin...

De Tweede Kamerverkiezingen komen eraan, op 29 oktober 2025! Nederlanders die in het buitenland wonen, moeten zich vóór 17 september registreren om te stemmen. Volg deze link voor meer informatie en om je te registreren ➡️ www.denhaag.nl/nl/verkiezin...

Today we mark Ukraine’s 34th Independence Day 🇺🇦 Ukrainians have been bombed, robbed of their homes and even their children. And yet they persist and stand strong. The Netherlands will remain firm in its support. Our commitment to a free and independent Ukraine is unshakeable.

🚢 The advanced Dutch frigate HNLMS De Ruyter arrives in Riga Aug 22-25! As Ambassador Carl Peersman said, its mission is "to secure that our cooperation, economic welfare and friendship can continue in the future as well." #StrongerTogether #NATO 🇳🇱 🇱🇻 📸 @gintsivuskans.bsky.social

📃 The new Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Latvia H. E. Carl Peersman presented his credentials to the President of the Republic of Latvia H.E. Edgars Rinkēvičs today.

⏰ There's still some time to apply and join our team as the new Senior Political and Public Diplomacy Officer. See details below. ⬇️

💼 We’re #hiring a Senior Political & Public Diplomacy Officer in Riga! Shape political dialogue and strengthen the ties between Latvia and the Netherlands. Learn more and send us your application by August 24: www.cvmarket.lv/senior-polit... #JobOpening #TeIrDarbs