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The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Riga marked World Bicycle Day through a team cycling activity, highlighting the importance of healthy lifestyles, sustainable mobility, and environmental responsibility.

H.E. Noora Juma, Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Latvia and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Lithuania, met with H.E. Modesta Petrauskaitė, Chair of the Parliamentary Friendship Group with the United Arab Emirates in the Lithuanian Seimas, along with members of the group.

H.E. Noora Juma, Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Latvia and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Lithuania, met with H.E. Vidmantas Verbickas, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania.

On the sidelines of her visit to the Republic of Lithuania, H.E. Noora Juma, Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Latvia and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Lithuania, met with the delegation of the Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi participating in the IAOS 2026 Conference in Vilnius, in the presence of representatives from the Department of Economic Development and the Department of Energy.

H.E. Noora Juma, Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Latvia and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Lithuania, met with Mr. Algis Latakas, Director General of the Klaipėda State Seaport Authority.

H.E. Noora Juma, Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Latvia and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Lithuania, met with Mr. Ričardas Degutis, Foreign Policy Adviser to the Speaker of the Lithuanian Seimas.

Her Excellency Noora Juma, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Republic of Latvia and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Lithuania, met with His Excellency Kęstutis Budrys, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania.

H.E. Noora Juma, Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Latvia and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Lithuania, met with Mr. Zigmantas Dargevičius, President of the Kaunas Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts; members of the Lithuanian–Emirati Business Council; and Ms. Giedrė Rajeinskienė, Director General of the Association of Lithuanian Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Crafts.

The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Riga participated in the annual environmental volunteer initiative “Lielā Talka”, alongside the Prime Minister of Latvia, members of the diplomatic corps, volunteers, and representatives of the local community.

H.E. Noora Juma, Ambassador of the UAE to the Republic of Latvia, participated in the international conference “Prevent. Predict. Protect: The Next Health Paradigm”, organized by the Ministry of Health of Latvia.

the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Riga welcomed ten students as part of Latvia’s nationwide Shadow Day initiative, providing them with a valuable opportunity to gain insight into diplomatic service.

During her working visit to the United Arab Emirates in 2026, Evika Siliņa met with His Highness Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss strengthening cooperation in the economy, innovation, and healthcare. Her Excellency also held meetings with His Highness Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in the presence of Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during the preparatory day of the World Governments Summit 2026 in Dubai, as well as with other senior officials and dignitaries. The visit underscored efforts to expand trade, attract investment, and deepen strategic ties, with both sides emphasizing shared values and long-term partnership between the UAE and Latvia.

Her Excellency Noora Juma met with Ināra Mūrniece to discuss strengthening bilateral and parliamentary cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Latvia.

Her Excellency Noora Juma visited Jēkabpils, where she met with city's mayor Raivis Ragainis to discuss opportunities for strengthening cooperation across various sectors between the United Arab Emirates and Latvia.

Her Excellency Noora Juma met with Gundars Bērziņš of the University of Latvia to discuss strengthening academic and scientific cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Latvia.

Her Excellency Noora Juma welcomed the launch of a direct route by flydubai between Dubai and Riga. She described the new connection as a significant milestone that enhances economic cooperation, promotes tourism, and supports cultural exchange between the United Arab Emirates and Latvia, reflecting the strong partnership between the two countries.

Her Excellency Noora Juma, Non-Resident Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Lithuania, welcomed the launch of a direct route by flydubai between Dubai and Vilnius. She noted that the new connection marks an important step in strengthening economic and tourism cooperation, opening new opportunities for partnership and advancing ties between the two countries.

The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Riga marked the 54th Eid Al Etihad of the United Arab Emirates under the theme “United.” The celebration highlighted national unity, community values, and the country’s ongoing development journey, reflecting shared ambitions for the future.

Her Excellency Noora Juma met with Rūta Sinkevičiūtė of Lithuanian Airports.

Her Excellency Noora Juma, Non-Resident Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Lithuania, met with His Excellency Artūras Pekauskas.