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Latvia and U.S. Discuss Defense Ties and Investment with Anduril Industries

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What happened

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Edgars Rinkēvičs, President of Latvia, met with Anduril Industries to discuss strengthening economic ties between the two nations. Rinkēvičs stated he wants to see more targeted investment from U.S. companies into Latvia, particularly in the defense and film sectors. The U.S. and Latvia also signed a letter of intent to establish a joint drone acquisition program.

From ocregister.com

Why it matters

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Latvia's defense spending is currently 4.73% of its gross domestic product and is set to increase to 5% of GDP next year. The joint drone program aims to accelerate drone supply chains and allow Latvia’s defense industry to integrate.

From ocregister.com

Who's involved

  • Anduril IndustriesAmerican defense contractor discussed missile acquisition and economic ties with Latvia

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Anduril IndustriesSpeculative

    Anduril Industries might increase its revenue from the Latvian defense sector through the acquisition of long-range missiles.

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