Aivars Aven

Aivars Aven is a prominent Latvian businessman and billionaire, known for his involvement in various industries, including banking and telecommunications. He has been a controversial figure due to his alleged connections with Russian political elites and accusations related to money laundering. Aven gained significant media attention recently after he requested a criminal investigation against politician Linda Braže for defamation, following her claims that he is a private banker for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Aven has vehemently denied these accusations, asserting that he has never engaged in any illegal activities or provided support to the Kremlin.