52nd Universal Periodic Review (UPR): Statement by Greece on the Review of Latvia

Ambassador Ioannis Ghikas, Permanent Representative of Greece to the United Nations and other International Organisations in Geneva, delivered the following statement during the 52nd session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), on the Review of Latvia:

"Thank you, Mr President.

Greece welcomes the delegation of Latvia to the 4th UPR cycle.

We acknowledge the challenging security environment Latvia faces and the organized disinformation campaigns aimed at disrupting its social cohesion.

We commend Latvia for ratifying the Istanbul Convention, and for adopting the Plan for Preventing and Combating Violence against Women and Domestic Violence 2024–2029.

We also commend Latvia for measures taken to strengthen the independence of its media environment, including through the adoption of the Media Policy Guidelines 2024–2027 and the relevant Implementation Plan.

Greece would like to recommend that Latvia:

1.    1. Continue efforts to address harassment and intimidation against journalists and ensure their effective protection.
2.    2. Continue taking measures to adopt and implement a coherent inclusive education strategy for children with disabilities, ensuring adequate resources and accessible learning environments.
3.    3. Strengthen its efforts to guarantee gender equality in all spheres of life and continue addressing discriminatory attitudes and gender stereotypes.

Greece wishes the delegation of Latvia a successful review.

I thank you."