In the final stage, the title of “European Person of the Year in Latvia” was claimed by the President Edgars Rinkēvičs, Zilbalodis and Iveta Balčūne, manager of the Lūznava manor.
In the explanations given by the voters about Zilbalodi, it is written that the name of Latvia has been brought to the world with a wonderfully done work. Promotion of the value-based image of Latvia throughout the year has also been announced. Residents emphasize that the result of the work done can have a big and long-term impact on the industry.
On the other hand, it is said about Rinkēvičs that he respects the nation and publicly expresses Latvia’s position on various important issues. Residents say that he has a mind, a heart, a passion for the people of Latvia. It is also mentioned that the President is “a person who loves his people”.
It is written about the manager of Luznava manor, Balčunis, that interesting and meaningful events are organized in the manor throughout the year. Also, work is being done to make Luznava Manor an interesting place where you would want to return again and again. Residents emphasized that Balčune has created a place in Latgale, was able to create a team and create a cultural space for all tastes, combine different cultures, emphasize Latvian and Latgalian.
Almost 70 candidates were nominated for the 2024 vote, which is a record number compared to other years, the association previously stated. Candidates were nominated within two months, submitting the justification for the nomination. EKL organized the public vote for the 27th year in a row.