Kulbergs dissatisfied with first month's results – only three of 61 priorities fully implemented

After the first month in office, the new government led by Andris Kulbergs (AS) has fully implemented only three of its 61 priority tasks. The Prime Minister revealed this after a government action review meeting, stressing that work has started on the others and some are partially done, but he is not satisfied with the overall result. Kulbergs noted that ministries have laid groundwork, but it is impossible to complete all tasks in one month. Ministers have been instructed to focus on priorities rather than routine matters.

Among the achievements, the government highlights cooperation with Ukraine on drone defense, improvements to civil protection regulations, support for large families, and preparations for the 15th Saeima elections. A conceptual framework for supporting Latgale and the eastern border region has also been prepared. In construction, a “zero cycle” regulation has been introduced; in energy, amendments to the Electricity Market Law were adopted; and in trade, a plan to reduce administrative burden was approved.

The Prime Minister acknowledged that unforeseen events, such as a cyberattack on Latvia’s State Forests, and the need to resolve previously unsettled fiscal issues have affected progress. Ministers also had to familiarize themselves with their ministries and staff during the first month. The government plans to reassess priority implementation after another month.

On Thursday, the Cabinet also discussed hospital network reorganization, aiming to clarify hospital and emergency care levels. Overall, the new government has committed to focusing on tasks that can be completed during the 14th Saeima, including national security, anti-corruption efforts, budget stability, and economic development.