Law on preservation and protection of Riga's historic center takes effect
The law on preservation and protection of the historic center of Riga takes effect today.
European architects believe Kipsala's southern part is suited for high rises
Seven teams of prominent European architects that participated in an international plenary meeting of architects in Riga believe that Kipsala^apostrofs;s southern part, where the office building "Sun Stone" is being raised now, is suitable for...
Specialists question Riga's exclusion from World Heritage List because of "Sun Stone"
Exclusion of Riga historic center from the UNESCO World Heritage List because of the construction of the office complex "Sun Stone" is a very unlikely event, believes ex-Culture Minister Ojars Sparitis.
Alternative cellulose plant project in Kurzeme to be discussed
An open public discussion on construction of a cellulose and paper plant on the western Kurzeme coast is scheduled for the Riga^apostrofs;s Congress Center at 10 a.m. tomorrow, June 13, LETA was informed by Riga...
Latvia participates in Washington conference on rebuilding Iraq
A conference organized by the U.S. Energy Association is scheduled in Washington today and tomorrow, June 12, to discuss the role of international organizations in rebuilding Iraq, LETA was informed by the diplomat for economic...
"Obermayer" promises to protect its rights for construction of Riga tunnel
The German company "Obermayer Planen ^amp; Beraten" ("Obermayer") is determined to use all possible means to protect its right to carry out the design and supervision of the construction of the Daugava River^apostrofs;s planned northern...
Riga councilmen stress that construction of "Sun Stone" is legal
Riga City Council^apostrofs;s City Development Committee deputies today repeatedly emphasized that construction of the "Saules akmens" (Sun Stone) high-rise business complex in Riga^apostrofs;s Kipsala is legal and all norms have been followed.
