During the 2023 State of American Business, U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark called for a commitment to an “Agenda for American Strength” that affirms America’s position as a global power and unleashes the power of business to address the greatest challenges. If you missed the event, revisit the recordings HERE.

On January 10, the AmCham Labor Force work group members gathered for their first meeting in 2023 to set priorities and brainstorm activities in the area of human capital development. Among the topics discussed were employment policy, talent attraction, life-long learning, STEM, and quality of education.

On December 13, Healthcare work group members held a hybrid work group meeting to look back at the current year's achievements and set priority areas for the next year covering health data, value-based healthcare and healthcare financing. The  work group decided to organize an event for AmCham members to explain the healthcare projects and a round of meetings with politicians. It was also decided to look into organizing a communication campaign on healthcare issues.

Over 80 members joined this year's annual Christmas Charity reception to kick-off the holiday season, and raised €2720 to charities benefitting Latvia's children's health and well-being: Children's Hospital Foundation, Latvian Foster Family, RMHC Latvija and SOS Children’s Villages. It was also a great opportunity to look back at this year, award the most active members and enjoy Christmas carols performed by students from the International School of Latvia.

On November 22, members and guests had an opportunity to join the luncheon with Martins Kazaks, Governor of the Central Bank of Latvia to discuss the global and regional economic outlook. The Governor explained the reasons for the economic slowdown that most likely will face a short and shallow recession in Latvia and emphasized the necessity to increase competitiveness by focusing on building alternative energy supplies and stabilizing energy prices, investing in education and Riga's further development. View the presentation of Mr. Kazaks.