Latvia’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved the country’s national position for continued work on expanding sanctions against Russia and Belarus. The decision was taken on 4 August 2026 and sets Latvia’s official stance for the next stage of discussions on tougher restrictive measures.
According to the announcement, the position was prepared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs together with the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economics. That points to a coordinated approach that considers foreign policy, trade, financial issues and broader economic effects.
The move shows Latvia intends to stay active in pushing for stronger pressure on Russia and Belarus. By formally approving a national position, the government gives its institutions a common framework for handling future negotiations and policy work related to sanctions.
The published summary does not outline the full package of possible new measures, but it makes clear that Latvia is preparing for further action. The decision keeps sanctions policy high on the government’s agenda as work continues with partners on possible next steps.
