Saeima approves Daniels Pavluts as health minister
2021-01-07
RIGA - Saeima today approved MP Daniels Pavluts (For Development) as the health minister.
The decision was made with 61 votes to three, while 32 lawmakers did not participate in the vote.
Prime Minister Krisjanis Karins (New Unity) voiced confidence that Pavluts is ready to start work in the position of the health minister. During meeting with Pavluts, Karins learned that the priorities of the future minister are the same as of the prime minister - the state should look for ways to be more proactive and fast and clear vaccination process should be set as the priority. Also, the minister should have good communication with the sector, clearly defend and explain the opinion to the society.