LatviaPublished: 4 October 2026 at 06:21

77% of votes counted: 'United List' holds solid lead in 15th Saeima election

With 77% of ballots counted, Latvia's Central Election Commission reports that the 'United List,' headed by incumbent Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, is confidently leading the 15th Saeima election.

Latvia's Central Election Commission has released updated preliminary results for the 15th Saeima election, showing that with 77% of the vote tallied, the 'United List' alliance holds a clear and confident lead over its rivals.

The list was headed in the campaign by Andris Kulbergs, who currently serves as Prime Minister. According to the preliminary figures, his alliance has established a decisive advantage over the other parties and lists competing in the election.

What comes next

Vote counting is ongoing, and final results will be confirmed once all polling stations have reported their tallies. The outcome will determine the composition of the new parliament and shape the subsequent process of forming a government.

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