We are strengthening International Ties: Hungarian Delegation Visits Daugavpils and Latgale Special Economic Zone

2025-04-22

On 16 April, we had the honour of welcoming a delegation from the Embassy of Hungary - H.E. Mr. György Urkuti, Ambassador of Hungary to the Republic of Latvia; Dr. Zsolt Páva, First Counsellor, Consul, and Head of Cultural Affairs; and Mr. Péter Soltész, Economic Attaché.

The delegation visited Latgale Planning Region, where Deputy Manager of the Latgale special economic zone Vladislavs Stankevičs, presented the work of the Latgale SEZ and highlighted its key benefits for both foreign investors and local businesses.

The Hungarian representatives also toured two prominent companies from Daugavpils – Latgale SEZ capital company Ziegler mašīnbūve SIA and Daugavpils lokomotīvju remonta rūpnīca AS – gaining insight into the region's industrial capabilities and investment potential.

Delegation visited the Daugavpils University, where Ambassador Urkuti delivered an engaging guest lecture on Latvia-Hungary relations, further underlining the importance of academic and diplomatic exchange.

We sincerely thank the Embassy of Hungary for their visit and look forward to continued cooperation and shared opportunities between our regions.  

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