Overview 

Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has fundamentally redefined the European security landscape. Dr Sprūds will outline Latvia’s defence priorities in this new environment, focusing on defence industry, technology and investments, as well as addressing Latvia’s continued support for Ukraine and the importance of Euro-Atlantic unity. 


Speaker's Biography

His Excellency Dr Andris Sprūds was appointed to his current role in September 2023. He previously served as a Member of Parliament and Chairman of the European Affairs Committee of the Saeima (2022–23), and as Director of the Latvian Institute of International Affairs (2011–22). A long-time academic, he is also a professor of political science at Riga Stradiņš University, where he has contributed extensively to the study of European security and international relations. 


How to attend

This is an in-person only members’ event which will take place at RUSI, 61 Whitehall, London, SW1A 2ET. If you have any questions regarding this event, please email [email protected]