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Latvia
The Republic of Latvia is a small country with a population of about 2,300,000 people. The nation is located by the Baltic Sea, which is near Finland and Russia. Latvia is bordered by Estonia and Lithuania. Together, all three, comprise a region called the Baltic States.
The nation's capital is Riga.
The type of government is a parliamentary democracy, which was created after Latvia voted to secede from the former USSR in 1991.
Major industries include the manufacturing of transportation vehicles, electronics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and processed foods.
The nation's capital is Riga.
The type of government is a parliamentary democracy, which was created after Latvia voted to secede from the former USSR in 1991.
Major industries include the manufacturing of transportation vehicles, electronics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and processed foods.
Sites in Latvia
Topix.net: Latvia
News from Latvia gathered from various sources on the web.
CIA Fact Book - Latvia
Lists information about the geography, form of government, economy, industries, telecommunications, and defense capabilities.
Mapzones
Features information about the Latvia's geographical features, culture, history, economy, politics, government and Includes map with locations of cities. |
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