Earlier this week Scholz had travelled to both Kyiv and Moscow.
With @Bundeskanzler @kajakallas @GitanasNauseda discussed security situation in Europe. Unity of the Allies, strengthening of @NATO Eastern flank & support to Ukraine is our response to Russia’s military build-up. The EU is ready to impose strong sanctions in case of escalation. pic.twitter.com/FVRtReL3UX
— Krišjānis Kariņš (@krisjaniskarins) February 17, 2022
At the EUCO meeting itself Kariņš gave a few comments on the doorstep, stressing the need for unity among allies and support for Ukraine. You can watch that video above.
During the visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to meet with the newly elected President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola on Friday, February 18, as well as conducting several more media interviews.
Busy diplomatic efforts by Latvia continue with President Egils Levits attending the Munich Security Conference, where he will have various meetings including with U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris alongside other Baltic leaders. Defense Minister Artis Pabriks and Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs are also going to the Munich Security Conference and will also participate in the meeting as part of the Latvian delegation.
