Government formation talks led by “Apvienotais saraksts” candidate Andris Kulbergs approach a critical weekend deadline to finalize the draft government declaration, as reported by ReTV.
Consultations between political forces continue following meetings at the Cabinet of Ministers. Nacionālā apvienība board chair Ilze Indriksone sent cooperation proposals to the “Apvienotais saraksts” delegation, outlining key areas requiring consensus before advancing policies.
“Priekšlikumi skar jautājumus, kuros pirms to virzīšanas un atbalstīšanas būtu nepieciešama vienprātība.”
said Ilze Indriksone, Nacionālā apvienības valdes priekšsēdētāja, izglītības un zinātnes ministre, as reported by lsm.lv.
The proposals cover long-term objectives and specify that decisions impacting internal security or defense require unanimous agreement. Indriksone emphasized maintaining defense funding and capability development, noting that views between Nacionālā apvienība and “Apvienotais saraksts” align on these security priorities.
Nacionālā apvienība identified the Ministry of the Interior as its primary ministerial goal, insisting that Jānis Dombrava continue his work as interior minister to maintain stricter controls in internal security. Indriksone confirmed that the party also aims to assume responsibility for education, culture, economics, or agriculture.
Meanwhile, Edvards Smiltēns projected that Andris Kulbergs will bring clarity regarding the coalition composition during the week, while ministerial candidates could become known by Monday. Smiltēns rejected criticism regarding the pace of government formation, noting that approximately one week has passed since Kulbergs received his nomination.
Smiltēns said that “Apvienotais saraksts” intends to lead the Saeima Budget and Finance (Taxation) Committee, asserting that the committee leadership must remain with the prime minister’s political force to ensure proper budget progression. He also pointed to the Economic, Agricultural, Environmental and Regional Policy Committee as another potential priority.
Discussions regarding coalition partnerships continue alongside preparations for the upcoming parliamentary committee leadership assignments. Final clarity on the coalition model and the government declaration project is expected before the end of the week.
