The Special Tasks Unit (Latvian: Speciālo uzdevumu vienība (SUV)) is a special operations unit of the National Armed Forces. It was established in September 1991. The unit is specially organized, trained and equipped for the performance of high-danger tasks. The soldiers in the unit continuously train to enhance their professional preparedness and are provided with specialized equipment in order to carry out their tasks efficiently. As a Special forces group most information about its actions are based on speculation and rumors. The motto depicted in the unit's crest translates as "the bold one wins".