Latvia’s foreign minister sworn in as new president

Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics is known for his particularly tough line on Russia (AP)

Latvia’s long-serving foreign minister, known for his tough line on neighbouring Russia and strong support for Ukraine, has been sworn in as the Baltic nation’s president for a four-year term.

Edgars Rinkevics, who has served as Latvia’s top diplomat since 2011, took the oath of office in ceremonies at an extraordinary session of the parliament, or Saeima, in the capital, Riga.