Translated using ChatGPT service. On May 9, Minister of Economics Viktors Valainis undertook a regional visit to Kurzeme, where he visited Ventspils and Liepāja, participating in two significant events dedicated to urban development and strengthening governance. The purpose of the visit was to familiarize himself with current regional development projects, assess the effectiveness of state support mechanisms, and strengthen cooperation with local governments to promote balanced economic growth in Latvia’s regions. In Ventspils, the Minister took part in a ceremonial time capsule laying event at Saules Street 122—the site of the construction of two new energy-efficient rental apartment buildings. This is a major step forward in the city’s…