Deficit: Opportunity or Risk? How the State can Support Economy Wisely?

On January 22, 2026, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., the discussion “Deficit: Opportunity or Risk? How the State can Support Economy Wisely?’’ will take place in the premises of the Radisson Blu Rīdzene hotel – “Kronvalda” hall. Traditionally, such discussions have been held for more than 8 years, covering taxes and the budget, and their impact on the Latvian economy.

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The discussion will be moderated by Armands Gūtmanis, President of the Swiss Chamber in Latvia.

Speakers:

• Jurģis Miezainis, Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Economics.

• Aiva Vīksna, Member of the Saeima

• Dr. Edgars Voļskis, tax expert, Head of Advisory at BDO Latvia

• Oļegs Tkačevs, Chief Researcher, Research Division, Monetary Policy Department, Latvijas Banka

• Andris Vanags, Country Manager, Latvia, GREN

Date: 22nd January, 2026

Time: 12.00 (meet and greet from 11.15)

Venue: Radisson Blu Ridzene Hotel (Reimersa iela 1)

Admission: Chambers members & BDO clients 25 EUR, others – 40 EUR

Registration: online or by e-mail

*The deadline for registration or cancellation is 12.00 on 20 January 2026

The admission fee covers the organizational costs.

Organisers reserve the right to charge participants who do not cancel their reservation before the set deadline.