Saeima of the Republic of Latvia

Honourable President of the State,

Honourable Prime Minister,

Dear members of the Supreme Council,

Dear speakers of foreign parliaments,

Excellencies,

Ladies and gentlemen,

Commemorative events dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the restoration of Latvia’s independence on 21 August 1991 began today with an ecumenical service in the Dome Church and the ceremonial laying of flowers at the Freedom Monument.

On Sunday, as part of the celebration of the 20^th anniversary of the de facto restoration of Latvia’s independence, several events will be held to commemorate the historic significance of 21 August and to honour the members of the Supreme Council of the Republic of Latvia who supported the restoration of Latvia’s independence 20 years ago.

On 21 August, in honour of the 20^th anniversary of the de facto restoration of Latvia’s independence, the main building of the Saeima will be open to the public from 9:00 till 18:00. Visitors will have an opportunity to view several thematic exhibitions, take a quiz and see the interior of the parliament building.