Title of European of the Year in Latvia goes to musician Ralfs Eilands

  • 2019-12-23
  • LETA/TBT Staff

RIGA - Musician Ralfs Eilands has won the title of the European of the Year in Latvia this year, LETA learned at the awards ceremony.

The award was presented by last year's winner, Latvian President Egils Levits.

As reported, for 22 years already the European of the Year in Latvia title is awarded to someone whose achievements have contributed the most to promoting Latvia in Europe and the integration of European values in Latvia.

The winner of the title is selected in a popular vote on a shortlist of ten nominees who have received the highest support that far.