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The ministry's new representative will be appointed in the nearest future, points out Vilks.

As reported, Skapars submitted his resignation on June 14. However, Vilks was abroad on a working visit and the review of Skapars' resignation was postponed until today.

According to the Latvian State Television program "de facto", Skapars handed in his resignation due to the recent visit to Kazakhstan.

At the beginning of June, President Andris Berzins, accompanied by 134 businessmen from various sectors, went on an official to Kazakhstan. The visit consisted of various meetings, business forums and receptions. Skapars' presence was very important to defend the interests of the Freeport of Riga in Kazakhstan, however, he was not present at Astana or Almaty business forums or other important events. According to "de facto", a reception hosted by the Latvian ambassador to Kazakhstan was the only event visited by Skapars.

Moreover, Skapars did not return together with the Latvian delegation on June 4, but chose to stay at the five-star "Rixos Almaty hotel" in Almaty until June 6, accompanied by businesswoman Maija Mikenena.