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Upcoming FICIL meetings
FICIL members are welcome to join FICIL Work Groups and meetings with the policymakers by clicking Register and completing requested information via email or form. Please note that the number of seats at meetings with the policymakers is limited and assigned on a first come – first served basis, therefore you will receive a confirmation email within 2 working days.
24 Feb– Meeting with VARAM
(Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development)
From 9:00 to 10:00 I In Person
Agenda: To discuss the progress and practical implementation of public sector digitalisation priorities and related reform initiatives.
5 March– FICIL Investment Protection WG Meeting
From 9:00 to 10:00 I Online
Agenda: Focus on the objectives and overall direction of the Work Group.
4 March– FICIL Shadow Economy ad-hoc WG Meeting
From 16:00 to 17:00 I Online
Agenda: Review of concrete proposals and practical cases aimed at improving the overall situation in the construction sector with regard to shadow economy risks, discussion on priority measures, agreement on next steps for institutional engagement.
The Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) is a non-governmental organisation that brings together the largest companies from various countries and sectors that have made significant investments in Latvia, as well as, ten countries’ Chambers of Commerce in Latvia and Stockholm School of Economics in Riga.
Mission
Our mission is to improve Latvia’s business environment and overall competitiveness in attracting foreign investment.
What we do
We utilize the experience and knowledge of our members to provide recommendations to the Latvian government and state institutions.
How we Work
We develop the recommendations through thematic Work Groups and results of our annual research “Sentiment Index”.
Impact
We continuously review progress, collaborate with Government institutions and meet with with the Cabinet of Ministers at the FICIL High Council to agree on future priorities.
