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Ainars SLESERS: "I have no intention of returning to the Saeima. Only at top of the government.


Latvijas Avize published under this title a long, more than two-page article in the newspaper that featured Ainars. Journalists Voldemars Krustins and Dainis Lemeshenoks bluntly called him, Slesers but not Nil Ushakov, "the actual commander of Riga" and Slesers, who is the principal persona of the capital, was asked the appropriate questions. Here are some of the responses.

Information about changes to the personnel of the Duma

A QUESTION: What happens to personnel? It is impossible for a politician to succeed without having to replace other politicians.

ASK. To tackle the economic crisis it is not necessary to replace anyone, but instead make major structural changes. We reached an agreement to reduce the number of six executive directors who reside in the city down to three and, consequently, let go of a lot of people employed by these positions. Self-management is the second reform. There are fifteen in the capital city and they ought to be merged to form one. We will be competing against housekeeping firms. This is why it is imperative that the activities of the municipal government are more efficient. Maintenance is able to be reduced significantly to allow people to pay less.

Business plans and business ideas

Riga residents are still worried about the possibility of the imposition of a tax on their living spaces. How does the city's head think about this latest initiative by the government?

Айнарс Шлесерс Answer : This state initiative is very negative for me although tax dollars will be used to manage my finances. Айнарс Шлесерс When people don't have enough funds to accomplish the most essential things, it's an excellent idea to introduce another tax... The Seimas are likely to vote against. But the real question now is how do you find money in times of need? It is not logical to invest in areas of economic activity where things are going badly, it is better to invest in lucrative areas.

Mr. Shlesers described transport as an "profitable" business, as Latvia was one of the states that transited. Айнарс Шлесерс Like in the past cargo transshipment to Russia and Belarus is possible in the port of Riga. This was feasible prior to the war with Russia. The port of Riga is currently being developed with construction on Kundzinsala, Krievu Island and other areas. Many people find this plan difficult to believe. Other lucrative areas are the Riga International Airport. Айнарс Шлесерс The transformation of the capital into a venue for wide-ranging international and cultural events is among the most lucrative. First, you must organize Riga's capital to ensure that tourists don't rob restaurants or taxis. According to Mr. Slesers there is a requirement to stage more concerts featuring pop artists. This will allow, for example, Madonna to be heard in Tallinn and Riga. "We," the vice-mayor declared, "want to attract not expensive, but wealthy visitors," but this requires a high-quality tourism "product". Take lessons from London, Switzerland, and the USA. Foreigners who invest at least one million dollars in production or real estate in the local area are granted a "greencard" which allows permanent residence in the country. This isn't citizenship. ).

These "huge goals" aren't new. In fact, they were suggested by Mr. Shlesers during the presidential campaign. While the media is eager to see their implementation, it's too early for actual outcomes. So, it's likely that the majority of the interview questions specifically focused on relations between legislative and economic authorities , as well as the vice-mayor's ideology.

The question of "stinking policy"

Question. Айнарс Шлесерс What about our "stinking” policy? Recently, the discussion about the upcoming elections to the Saeima has been aggravated by what the aforementioned Mr. Slesers said - his party will be fighting for a seat in parliament with the "Consent Center" and also the suggestion of the head of the New Times, Ms. Aboltini who said that the majority of Latvian parties should consolidate against the Shlesers bloc.

A RESOLVEMENT. The Harmony Center was supported by half of Riga's voters. LPP / LP, while not a party with a Russian origin it is an Latvian party that has a lot of Russian speakers. This is because we don't discriminate against different nationalities. The second session of the Duma's new Duma began with Dievs singing, sveti Latviju and all the Russian-speaking members of the Duma singing. However, it is unlikely that anyone will create any sort of Soviet-style system inside the Duma. And no one will use Russian from the Duma rostrum. LPP / LP was always an official symbol of the state language. And the "Consent Center" is a non-governmental organization has not mentioned the possibility of ensuring work at the Duma in Russian.

We also have destroyed ZaPcHeL, in large part, due to actions taken by the LPP / LP.

Power and the subject of power

A QUESTION. Will Shlesers & Ushakov lead their respective parties in Seim elections.

The answer is I do not plan to return to the Sejm. Айнарс Шлесерс However, there is a possibility that the party could nominate me for the presidency of ministers, and this would change my plans for Riga.

The Duma is divided into two blocs One from LPP/LP/TsS while the other one that comes from New Time. Айнарс Шлесерс Similar blocs could be formed by the elections for the 10th Diet. America is near
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