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Procurement announced for remediation works to clean up historically polluted site in Aizkraukle.
The State Environmental Service has launched a procurement procedure for nationally significant remediation works in Aizkraukle. The remediation works are planned in the territory of the former reinforced-concrete plant in Aizkraukle, where long-standing pollution risks have threatened groundwater quality and the River Daugava. The primary objective of the remediation works is to eliminate the […]
Hydrogen from Everyday Waste – A School Student Research on the Energy of the Future Inspired by LACISE
Imagine if everyday aluminum waste could hold the key to cleaner energy. That’s the question explored by Gustavs Lukašs, an 11th-grade student at Riga State Gymnasium No. 1, who has chosen the chemistry and biology track at school. Gustavs is among the young innovators inspired by the LACISE project, which offers a unique chance to tackle real-world […]
Policy Dialogue “Adolescents and Oncology” Highlights Need for Coordinated, Patient-Centred Follow-Up Care for Young Cancer Patients in Latvia
As part of the Swiss–Latvian Cooperation Programme project “Advancement of Paediatric Oncology Care at the Children’s Clinical University Hospital”, a policy dialogue and discussion titled “Adolescents and Oncology” was held on 26 November, bringing together representatives of the Ministry of Health, Children’s Hospital specialists and patient organisations. The participants agreed on the need to work […]
The Government supports implementation of the Swiss–Latvia cooperation programme to strengthen vocational education
To promote the development of vocational education and ensure a closer link between learning and labour market needs, the Cabinet of Ministers today approved the regulations prepared by the Ministry of Education and Science (MoES) for the implementation of the Swiss–Latvia cooperation programme. The programme plans to enhance teachers’ professional competence, improve learning content and […]
Advancing Diagnostics for Children With Cancer and Rare Diseases: Laboratory Upgrade Underway
The Swiss–Latvian Cooperation Programme project “Advancement of Paediatric Oncology Care at the Children’s Clinical University Hospital” foresees significant investments in the development of the hospital’s laboratory services. These efforts aim to enhance diagnostic capabilities for patients with oncological and rare diseases in Latvia. In recent months, the team of specialists from the Children’s Hospital has […]
Paediatric Oncology: Reflecting on What Has Been Achieved
On 4 September, 1st Steering Committee meeting of the Swiss–Latvian Cooperation Programme “Advancement of Paediatric Oncology Care in Latvia” took place at the Ministry of Health. The committee is responsible for the strategic oversight and coordination of the programme. Representatives from the Embassy of Switzerland in Latvia, Children’s Clinical University Hospital (CCUH), the Ministry of Finance, […]
Strengthening vocational education as a strategic investment in the future with Swiss support
In order to strengthen the sector-based vocational education approach in Latvia, using the Swiss experience, even closer cooperation between employers, vocational education institutions and public administration is needed, as well as well-thought-out structural changes in the education system. It was the importance of this cooperation and the beginning of a new stage of vocational […]
Progress of the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme “Partnership in Applied Research” is assessed at first Steering Committee meeting
On October 3, 2025, the first meeting of the Steering Committee of the Swiss-Latvian cooperation programme “Partnership in Applied Research” took place at the Ministry of Education and Science. During the meeting, the progress of the program was evaluated and decisions on further steps were made. The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ministry […]
Employers and sectoral associations are cordially invited to opening Forum of the Swiss–Latvian Cooperation Programme
On 1st of October 2025, the Opening Forum of the Swiss–Latvian Cooperation Programme “Swiss–Latvian Cooperation for the Development of Work-Based Learning” will take place. The aim of the forum will be to explore Switzerland’s experience in implementing the dual approach to vocational education and training and to discuss opportunities for adapting and developing this model […]
First Steering Committee Meeting of the Swiss-Latvian Cooperation Programme
The first Steering Committee meeting of the Swiss–Latvian Cooperation programme “Remediation of Historical Pollution” took place on September 17, 2025. The aim of the meeting was to ensure the supervision and to promote the effective implementation of the programme. The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Climate and Energy, the Embassy […]
Young Researchers Gain Opportunity to Turn Project Ideas into Tangible Results
At the closing ceremony of the European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS 2025), special prizes were awarded by the Ambassador of Switzerland to Latvia and the Latvian Council of Science. Within the framework of the Swiss–Latvian Cooperation Programme “Partnership in Applied Research,” six teams of young researchers from the USA, Italy, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, […]
EUCYS 2025 in Riga: Swiss – Latvian Programme Awards for Young Researchers – An Opportunity to Develop Ideas in an International Training Course
From 15 to 20 September, Riga will host the European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS 2025) – one of the most prestigious forums for school students’ scientific research projects in Europe. This year, for the first time, the Latvian Council of Science, together with the Embassy of Switzerland, will present a special award to […]
