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LatviaPublished: 5 October 2026 at 16:22

Abu Meri steps down as Jaunā vienotība council chairman

Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri has decided to leave his post as council chairman of the 'Jaunā vienotība' party, taking a share of responsibility for the party's election results, his adviser Ilona Oša told LETA.

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Latvia's Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri, a member of the 'Jaunā vienotība' party, has decided to step down from his position as chairman of the party's council. The decision was confirmed to the LETA news agency by the minister's adviser, Ilona Oša.

Taking responsibility

According to the information provided, Abu Meri's move is intended to acknowledge his share of responsibility for the election results achieved by 'Jaunā vienotība'. The decision has been described as a step back from active involvement in the party, suggesting that the minister intends to reduce his role in the party's organizational work while continuing to serve as Health Minister in the government.

Role within the party

The council chairmanship is one of the leadership positions within 'Jaunā vienotība', and Abu Meri's departure from the post means he will no longer be directly involved in the party's internal decision-making processes. No information has yet been provided on who will take over the chairman's duties.

The news was made public by LETA, citing information from the minister's adviser, Ilona Oša. Further details about the party's next steps or the minister's future plans in connection with this decision have not been disclosed.

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