On 17 June 2026 at 9:00 AM, the Construction Industry Conference organized by the Ministry of Economics will take place at the Krāslava Cultural Centre.

The conference will bring together representatives of public administration, the financial sector, the real estate industry, and the construction sector to discuss issues of strategic importance for the investment environment and national economic development.

Particular attention will be devoted to improving real estate development processes and reducing administrative burden, the availability of financing and trends in lending, as well as sustainability-related issues and their impact on investments and economic growth.

The decision to organize the conference in Krāslava reflects the Government’s commitment to strengthening regional economic development, competitiveness, and investment attraction. The event will also serve as an opportunity to highlight Latgale’s potential for business development and the implementation of investment projects.

Prior registration is required to attend the conference: https://forms.gle/71kwQQyMZuCPvr957.

Shared transportation will be provided from Riga to Krāslava and back.

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CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

REGULATION | FINANCING | SUSTAINABILITY

17 June 2026, Krāslava

AGENDA

09:00–09:30
Registration of participants

09:30–09:45
Opening of the Conference

09:45–10:10
Presentation on achievements in improving the investment environment

10:10–11:05

Panel Discussion:

Investment Environment for Growth: Has the Reform Achieved Its Objectives?

Discussion topics:

• Is the modernization of construction processes already delivering tangible benefits for investors?
• Is financing currently sufficiently accessible for development projects?
• What do investors expect from the state and municipalities in the coming years?
• How can Latgale’s potential be leveraged to attract new investments?

11:05–11:20
Questions and Answers

11:20–11:30
How Latvia’s reforms and investment environment are assessed in the context of overall European competitiveness

11:30–12:30
Break

12:30–12:45
Presentation of a Sustainability Study

12:45–13:45

Panel Discussion:

How Can Sustainability Be Turned into an Advantage for Attracting Investment?

Discussion topics:

• The impact of sustainability requirements on investments;
• Balancing economic development and climate objectives;
• The role of financiers and contracting authorities;
• Practical solutions for sustainable construction.

13:45–14:00
Closing Remarks