Latvia's Reservist Military Training Course Completes with Solemn Oath-Taking Ceremony

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A significant milestone in Latvia's national defense was achieved as 158 reservists completed the 21-day military training course. A solemn oath-taking ceremony was held at the National Armed Forces Infantry School in Aluksne, marking their official enlistment in the National Armed Forces reserve. The ceremony was attended by prominent officials, including Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Defense Liene Gatere and Commander of the Training and Doctrine Command Colonel Maris Utinans.

Key Takeaways:

  • 158 reservists completed the 21-day military training course, acquiring basic knowledge of weapons training, map and compass navigation, first aid, field combat skills, and other military training subjects.
  • The reservist training course was conducted in cooperation with the 2nd Vidzeme Brigade of the National Guard.
  • The oath-taking ceremony was attended by Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Defense Liene Gatere, Commander of the Training and Doctrine Command Colonel Maris Utinans, and other representatives of the National Armed Forces.
  • The reservists will receive a reserve soldier's ID card, a certificate of successful course completion, and will be enlisted in the National Armed Forces reserve.
  • The knowledge and skills gained by reservists will serve as a foundation for future readiness in national defense, with reservists required to participate in mandatory military skill refreshment courses every four years.
  • Both women and men can apply for reservist training, with requirements including being a Latvian citizen aged 18 to 60, having at least a basic education, and possessing an intermediate-level (B1) proficiency in the state language.

Statistics:

  • 158 reservists completed the 21-day military training course.
  • The training course lasted 21 days.
  • Reservists acquired basic knowledge of various military training subjects, including weapons training, map and compass navigation, first aid, and field combat skills.
  • All reservists will participate in mandatory military skill refreshment courses every four years.
  • Both women and men can apply for reservist training, with a total of two groups (women and men) eligible.

Sources:

  • Trend News Agency - Baku -- 26 Jul 2025