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LatviaPublished: 21 September 2026 at 18:50

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs celebrates his birthday today, shows off an unusual gift

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs turns 53 today and thanked well-wishers on social media, also revealing an unusual gift — a weather overview presented to him by the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.

Foto: Latvijas Avīze

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs is celebrating his birthday today, September 21, turning 53. He is regarded as one of the most recognizable and popular figures in Latvian politics.

Rinkēvičs is known for his active presence on social media, where he regularly shares glimpses of both his official duties and everyday life. On his birthday, he posted a message on Facebook thanking people for their greetings.

In the post, the president expressed gratitude for the warm and touching birthday wishes he received. He also showed an unusual gift he had been given during a recent visit — a September 21 weather overview presented to him by the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.

In the same post, Rinkēvičs reflected on life's ups and downs, wishing everyone more sunshine and joy, and less cold and sorrow, on both special occasions and ordinary days.

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