Factbox-Latvia's pro-Ukraine prime minister leads in poll ahead of Saturday election
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs faces a challenging election as his United List party seeks to maintain power amidst security and cost-of-living concerns. Voter apathy remains a significant factor, with one-third of the electorate undecided or unlikely to vote.
Why it matters
The election reflects broader European political trends regarding the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on domestic stability and voter sentiment.
"Unites List" election campaign poster featuring Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs before the general election in Riga, Latvia, September 27, 2026. Sign reads "Kulbergs is the solution". REUTERS/Ints Kalnins "Unites List" election campaign poster featuring Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs before the general election in Riga, Latvia, September 27, 2026. Sign reads "Kulbergs is the solution". REUTERS/Ints Kalnins Latvian political parties campaign before general election 1 of 2 "Unites List" election campaign poster featuring Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs before the general election in Riga, Latvia, September 27, 2026. Sign reads "Kulbergs is the solution". REUTERS/Ints Kalnins By Andrius Sytas
RIGA, Sept 30 (Reuters) - Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs' centrist United List is expected to win the largest share of seats in Saturday's parliamentary election but is unlikely to secure an outright majority and will need to cobble together a coalition.
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