Netflix has endangered the security of Latvia

The introduction of a tax on streaming platforms, in particular Netflix, could threaten the national security of Latvia due to deteriorating relations with the United States. This was stated by Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, Sputnik Latvia reports.

Latvia has proposed a tax on streaming platforms that are registered abroad. According to estimates by the Ministry of Culture, after the regulation comes into force, the National Film Center can receive up to 600 thousand euros (57.4 million rubles) for the creation of Latvian films and TV series.

According to the politician, such a measure could lead to discontent among allies from the United States of America. He believes that any rash step has a chance of becoming a threat to national security and proposed financing the Latvian film industry from the country's budget.