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Commission Report (2002): Latvia
Over the past year,
no major changes in the structure of Parliament have been reported.
Parliament has been involved actively in the vital issues related to Latvia`s
integration that should be addressed to muster the support of citizens for EU
issues. The changes already introduced in early 2001 on rules of procedure
regarding EU matters have continued to function properly. Regular meetings
were held between the parliamentary secretaries and the European Integration
Bureau regarding European integration issues, especially the negotiation
process.
In February 2002, Parliament adopted three reports on the implementation
of Latvia`s Strategy for Integration into the EU. At the same time the Saeima
EU Information Centre (SEUIC) opened a new office and broadened its
activities.
In May 2002, with a majority of more than 75%, Parliament amended the
election laws, abolishing the provisions requiring citizens standing as
candidates in national and local elections to be proficient in the Latvian
language.
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