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Posted 27 Jul 2024

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Latvia (Capital: Riga)

 

India has operationalized the new resident Mission in Latvia

A map highlighting Latvia and surrounding countries, including Estonia to the north, Lithuania to the south, Russia to the east, and the Baltic Sea to the west. The capital city, Riga, is marked in Latvia. Nearby countries include Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Germany, Poland, and Belarus.

Political features

  • It is a member of the European Union (EU) and NATO.
  • Located in northeastern Europe.
  • Land Boundaries: Estonia(North), Russia(East), Belarus(southeast), and Lithuania (South)
  • Maritime boundaries: Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Riga.

Geographical Features

  • Highest point: Gaiziņkalns hills
  • Major rivers: Daugava,Venta.
  • Climate: Humid
  • Tags :
  • Baltic Sea
  • Latvia
  • Gulf of Riga.
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