latvia
![Image courtesy of 27707 via Pixabay](https://uscpublicdiplomacy.org/sites/default/files/styles/275x168/public/uploads/rsz_airwaves-1138040_1280.jpg?itok=_l-zjIQr)
A RAND study focused on the scope of these campaigns and possibilities for countering, such as through media literacy training and the creation of counter-narratives.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's just-concluded eight-day Eurasia trip, encompassing Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Latvia, and Russia, from November 2 to 9 is highly significant in enhancing Chinese economic diplomacy on the international stage. Li's trip gives a strong signal to the rest of the world that China is ready to play a leading role in regional and international affairs.
![Photo courtesy Ash Carter via Flickr WARSAW, Poland (July 9, 2016) Secretary of Defense Ash Carter meets with Turkish Minister of Defence Vecdi Gönül at the 2016 NATO summit in Warsaw, Poland July 9, 2016. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee)(Released)](https://uscpublicdiplomacy.org/sites/default/files/styles/275x168/public/uploads/27579311824_872fc42b17_k.jpg?itok=OpAfZ9eb)
Stefanie von Hlatky on NATO's current messaging and target audiences.
![](https://uscpublicdiplomacy.org/sites/default/files/styles/275x168/public/uploads/WAC%20FINAL%20608x373.jpg?itok=ZP-bhlu7)
How are Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania dealing with a volatile neighbor?
![Photo reprinted courtesy Windwärts Energie via Flickr Windpark Bassum, by Windwärts Energie](https://uscpublicdiplomacy.org/sites/default/files/styles/275x168/public/uploads/7113081259_7483f6668e_b.jpg?itok=hq2zBH-y)
As Germany moves to reduce energy dependency on Russian oil, the Baltic Sea region is emerging as a key partner.
The establishment of a diplomatic mission in Seoul has opened a new chapter in bilateral relations with Korea, says the first resident Latvian ambassador to Korea. "We share similar values and attitudes about working hard and reaching out and so it is quite natural for Latvia to be taking steps to actively promote closer relations with strong, like-minded partners such as Korea," Peteris Vaivars said.
“The E.U. has helped. Latvians want to fit in,” said a Latvian gay rights activist who helped organize this year’s parade.The tug-of-war over gay rights has taken on special significance after a recent string of U.S. court decisions upholding gay marriage. Caitlyn Jenner’s very public transition from her old life as Bruce, meanwhile, has thrown a spotlight on transgender issues and acceptance.