FICIL recognises progress in the public procurement system of Latvia, although calls for continued reforms that would address existing challenges and, thereby, stimulate economic development. The concerns of favouritism of […]
The Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL), in cooperation with the Stockholm School of Economics in Riga (SSE Riga) and RTU Riga Business School (RBS), has published the annual Foreign […]
The foreign investors and Baltic government leaders meeting in Riga confirmed that, despite ongoing geopolitical and economic pressures, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania remain attractive to the foreign investors and are […]
The new FICIL (Foreign Investors Council in Latvia) Sentiment Index research highlights that the investment attractiveness of Latvia has significantly increased, compared to the previous year, namely from low 1.9 […]
“If the Baltics fall, the rest of the EU will follow!”. Based on the new edition of the FICIL Sentiment Index research, this stark warning has become a central message […]
The new edition of the FICIL (Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia) Sentiment Index research reveals commitment of the foreign investors to continue doing business in the Baltics (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), […]
Foreign Investors Council in Latvia (FICIL) is seeking a: COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST FICIL is seeking a motivated, creative team player with excellent communication skills, who is ready to apply their knowledge, […]
Ārvalstu investoru padome Latvijā (FICIL) meklē: KOMUNIKĀCIJAS SPECIĀLISTI/-U FICIL meklē motivētu, radošu, ar labām komunikācijas prasmēm komandas spēlētāju, kurš gatavs likt lietā savas zināšanas, pilnveidot iemaņas un iegūt neatsveramu pieredzi […]
Yesterday, on 9th of April, the Prime Minister Evika Siliņa met with the Board of the Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) and discussed the growing interest of foreign investors […]
Yesterday, FICIL chairperson of the Board, Zlata Elksniņa-Zaščirinska, participated in a TV show “Kas notiek Latvijā?”, together with the Minister for Economics – Viktors Valainis, Minister for Finance – Arvils […]
Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) is pleased to welcome EWE Neue Energien as its newest member. As a company dedicated to advancing renewable energy solutions, EWE Neue Energien brings […]
On 27th February, Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) marked its 25th anniversary with a grand celebration, bringing together government representatives, ambassadors, partners, and FICIL members. The event was a […]
A quarter-century ago, Latvia faced a defining moment—transitioning from a post-Soviet economy to a modern, market-driven system. The need for structural reforms was urgent, with complex regulations, governance inconsistencies, and […]
At FICIL, we are deeply committed to advancing green transition in Latvia. In our view, it is more than just an environmental necessity, but a broad field with significant economic […]
For 25 years, the Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) has been championing the labour force policy, as a cornerstone of the nation’s economic development. Workforce availability is not statistic […]
At the Foreign Investors Council in Latvia (FICIL), we have long been at the forefront of shaping Latvia’s economic landscape, particularly through our continuous efforts to safeguard investments. Since our […]
FICIL is happy to announce the progress being made in the area of the Labour Law, a process that FICIL has actively initiated and championed to foster a more flexible […]
For the past 25 years, the Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) has been dedicated to improving Latvia’s business environment and investment climate. Since our establishment in 1999, we have […]
For over 25 years, the Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) has been on a mission to combat the shadow economy – a significant challenge to Latvia’s economic development. Through […]
FICIL newsletter: Welcome 2025! Happy New Year! 🎉 As we step into 2025, let’s take a moment to celebrate the milestones of 2024 and look ahead to what’s shaping up to […]
Today, on January 24th, Māris Vainovskis, the FICIL Board Member and leader of the Investment Protection Work Group, participated in the TV show ‘Latvijas Labums’ to discuss the topic: ‘Why […]
850 million euros is the minimum amount that must be saved in the public sector expenditures when preparing the next year’s budget, the development of which will commence in March. […]
850 miljoni eiro ir minimālā summa, kādu jāspēj ietaupīt publiskā sektora izdevumos, veidojot nākamā gada budžetu, pie kura izstrādes darbu uzsāks jau martā. Lai nonāktu pie šāda rezultāta, četras uzņēmēju […]
Last week, the Foreing Investors Council in Latvia (FICIL), represented by Chairperson Zlata Elksniņa-Zaščirinska, Executive Director Tatjana Guzņajeva, and Policy Expert Arnolds Arnis Ābelīte, had the pleasure of meeting with […]
Last week, Māris Vainovskis, FICIL board member and leader of the Investment Protection work group, participated in the Latvian Television programme De facto, where the topic of listing state and […]