On 23 May 2025, the Latgale Planning Region (LPR) office had the honour of welcoming representatives from the Nordic Committee for Co-operation (NSK). Comprising senior public officials from all Nordic countries, NSK is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Nordic intergovernmental cooperation, including international collaboration.
Earlier, on 21–22 May, NSK held meetings in Riga at the Nordic Council of Ministers' Office. This marked the first time the Committee convened not only in Latvia, but in the Baltic States — a significant milestone that highlights the growing strength of Baltic-Nordic relations and the Nordic region’s continued commitment to deepening its presence and engagement in the area.
The three-day programme concluded with a visit to the Latgale region. During the visit, LPR had the opportunity to showcase cross-border cooperation projects developed in the region and its municipalities, many of which draw inspiration from Nordic practices. The visit offered NSK representatives valuable insights into the realities and issues of Latvia’s eastern border region.