Latvia’s 15th Saeima takes oath at inaugural session

Newly elected members of Latvia’s 15th Saeima gathered for a ceremonial session on Tuesday to take their parliamentary oaths, LSM reported.

After all 100 members have taken the rostrum and confirmed their oaths with signatures, the parliament’s mandates are to be approved and the Saeima Presidium elected. LSM is providing live video and text coverage, with expert discussions during breaks in the session.

Six political forces entered the parliament. The United List won the election, while Latvia First received 17 seats, Sovereign Power/Association of New Latvians 15, the National Alliance 10, the Progressives 10 and New Unity seven, according to LSM.