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Latvian PM Slams Government Data on NGO Funding as 'Shit'
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Latvian PM Slams Government Data on NGO Funding as 'Shit'

From Delfi Latvia · () Latvian

Translated from Latvian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs criticized the government's data on funding for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) as incomplete and fragmented.
  • Kulbergs described the presentations on NGO funding as "shit" and "manure," expressing frustration over the lack of valuable information.
  • He called for better transparency and oversight of how state funds are spent by NGOs, emphasizing the need for clear objectives and accountability.

Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has strongly criticized the government's current data on state funding allocated to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), deeming it insufficient and poorly organized. During a meeting with NGO representatives and cabinet members, Kulbergs expressed his dissatisfaction with the information presented by the State Chancellery, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Culture.

Kulbergs did not hold back his frustration, describing the presentations as "shit" and "manure" due to their lack of valuable insights. He highlighted the poor transparency surrounding the data, noting that the information available is highly fragmented. A key concern for the Prime Minister is the absence of comprehensive data on how much funding NGOs receive from municipalities and how effectively these funds are utilized.

shit

— Andris KulbergsDescribing the government's presentations on NGO funding.

The Prime Minister stressed the need for a system to monitor the expenditure of state-allocated funds by NGOs, ensuring they are used efficiently and for their intended purposes. While affirming his support for strong and independent NGOs, Kulbergs insisted on the importance of accountability regarding the use of taxpayer money. He has tasked all ministries with compiling detailed information on NGO funding within a month, aiming to improve oversight and justification of these expenditures.

manure

— Andris KulbergsDescribing the government's presentations on NGO funding.
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Originally published by Delfi Latvia in Latvian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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