PermRep of Lithuania to the EU

"Labas" and "hello" from us here at the Permanent Representation of #Lithuania 🇱🇹 to the #EU 🇪🇺. Media inquiries ✉️ [email protected] Ambassador @nerijusale

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

How did Lithuania become one of Europe's fintech leaders, and what will it take to stay ahead?

Read more: https://t.co/yn5y5fbClA

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

Lithuania has become a European fintech leader, ranking #1 in the EU by number of licensed fintech companies.

Over the past decade, the sector has tripled in size, employment has grown fivefold, and fintech firms licensed in LT now serve 40 million customers across the EU 🚀

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

President @GitanasNauseda at the European Political Community meeting in Dublin today ⤵️

[Gitanas Nausėda @GitanasNauseda]

The peace negotiations should be on fair conditions to Ukraine.

[Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський @ZelenskyyUa]

I met with President of Lithuania @GitanasNauseda. We are coordinating as closely as possible on all matters related to our efforts to achieve peace. I briefed Gitanas on the meetings that took place in Abu Dhabi these days. Most importantly, we managed to reach an agreement on a prisoner exchange, and we expect it to be a large one.

We also discussed assistance for Ukraine’s energy sector, as well as logistical support. The situation is very difficult in many Ukrainian cities right now, and we understand which facilities can become targets of new Russian attacks. Lithuania will provide some of the equipment we need. The decision has already been made, and we are awaiting delivery. Thank you!

We are also preparing for Lithuania’s Presidency of the Council of the EU in the first half of 2027. We are doing everything to open all clusters by the end of 2026, so that during Lithuania’s Presidency we can move on to closing the negotiating chapters. I shared with Gitanas some ideas that could speed up this process, and Lithuania is fully supportive. Thank you for your readiness to help us!

[Inga Tolockiene @IngaTolockiene]

With thousands in Kyiv getting electricity for just a few hours a day, and some losing water & heating too, the city is now switching off streetlights to save power. All thanks to relentless russian attacks.

But life always finds a way.💡

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

Warm congratulations, dear @PLintheEU, on your Independence day! 🇱🇹🤝🇵🇱

Our solidarity is our commitment. Niech żyje!

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

Happy Independence Day, #Poland! 🇵🇱

🇱🇹🇵🇱 are bound by centuries of shared history, united by the close ties between our peoples and strengthened by a strategic partnership.

Our friendship is our strength, and our solidarity is our commitment. Niech żyje #Polska!

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

Ukrainian artist Maria Kulikovska gathered a large crowd at the Lithuanian PermRep to discuss art and the mindset of building despite the barbaric destruction of Ukraine by ruzzian invaders. Art may not bring peace, but it may turn our inner strength toward seeking victory. 🇪🇺🇺🇦

[Nerijus Aleksiejunas @nerijusale]

Close transatlantic cooperation and shared security investments are essential for strong & resilient Europe. This morning, I had an interesting discussion with @AmChamEU on EU-USA cooperation, securing critical infrastructure, energy security, investment acceleration and #LT27EU

[Valdis Dombrovskis @VDombrovskis]

Good discussion with 🇱🇹 Finance Minister @Taurimas ahead of Lithuania’s @EUCouncil Presidency. #LT27EU

We discussed competitiveness, defence spending and continued support for 🇺🇦. A resilient 🇪🇺 economy is key to funding our security.

We also covered Lithuania's 2027 budget.

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

Lithuania expresses deepest sympathies to the families of the victims of the tragic accident in Bulgaria. 🇱🇹🇧🇬

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

🇱🇹🇧🇬 My deepest sympathies to the families of the victims of the tragic accident on #Bulgaria’s Trakia Highway and to all the people of Bulgaria. We wish a speedy recovery to the injured and express our sincere gratitude and respect to the rescuers and emergency personnel responding to this tragedy

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

🇱🇹🇹🇷 Deeply saddened by the loss of lives and the many injuries caused by the explosion at the steel factory in the Izmir province. My thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the families who have lost their loved ones, those recovering from their injuries, and everyone affected by this tragic accident. #Lithuania stands in solidarity with the people of #Türkiye at this difficult hour.
@HakanFidan

[Nerijus Aleksiejunas @nerijusale]

Glad to welcome the new British Ambassador to the EU, Dame @CWilson_FCDO. We discussed preparations for the Lithuanian EU Council Presidency and the upcoming EU-UK Summit. The UK is our strategic partner, and we look forward to working together to achieve the Summit's goals.

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

37 years ago, the #BerlinWall fell – a historic moment that transformed a symbol of division into one of freedom, democracy and European unity. Its legacy continues to remind us of the power of solidarity and the enduring value of a united Europe. #Mauerfall

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

The European flags in front of our building are flying at half-mast as a sign of solidarity following the tragic shooting in Kraków, Poland.

Our thoughts are with the victims, those injured, their families, the brave first responders and the people of Poland.

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

Lithuania stands in solidarity with the people of Poland on this tragic day. 🇵🇱🇱🇹

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

🇱🇹🇵🇱 Deeply saddened by the tragic news from Kraków. Our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, and wishes for a swift recovery to all those injured. #Lithuania stands with the people of #Poland on this tragic day.
@sikorskiradek

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

Appeasing an aggressor never works. Never!

[Inga Tolockiene @IngaTolockiene]

Appeasing an aggressor with sweeteners for a deal while pushing its victim into accepting anjustified demands has never worked for durable peace. Not once.

Last night’s attack on Ukraine is a grave reminder of that, ahead of the Abu Dhabi talks.

[PermRep of Lithuania to the EU @LithuaniaInEU]

Today Foreign Minister @BudrysKestutis met with #EU Commissioner for International Partnerships @JozefSikela to discuss preparations for Lithuanian Presidency, sustained support to #Ukraine's recovery and security 🇪🇺

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

Today in Vilnius, I met with #EU Commissioner for International Partnerships @JozefSikela.

Europe's security starts long before threats reach our borders. That's why development cooperation, resilience, economic security and competitiveness must go hand in hand.

Sustained support for #Ukraine's recovery, reconstruction, and EU integration remains a strategic priority. Ukraine's success is Europe's security.

#TeamEurope #GlobalGateway #Ukraine #EU

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

The latest issue of Lithuanian Foreign Policy Review!
How is NATO transforming? Why is russia scared of its own history? Why we need Ukraine more than we think? How will Europe learn to defend itself?
The most pressing geopolitical issues: https://t.co/hGt13lZJJ2

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

Great to welcome my friend 🇭🇺 Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister @_OrbanAnita to Vilnius.

Lithuania values Hungary as an important partner in Europe and appreciates its contribution to Baltic security through #NATO Air Defense mission.

We discussed bilateral cooperation, Lithuania’s upcoming #EU Council Presidency and Europe’s security agenda. Supporting #Ukraine is about building a more secure and united Europe. We should work on it together.

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

Oleshky offered a chance for further humanitarian ceasefire and de-escalation - a narrow opening to save people's lives and ease their suffering. Russia's answer? More bombs, more destruction, more civilian bloodshed. Once again, Russia's actions speak louder than any claims about Kremlin "wanting" peace.

Last night, #Ukraine was again hit by a massive combined missile and drone attack. Among other targets, energy infrastructure, residential buildings and a hospital in Kharkiv were struck. In this particular hospital, at least 62 people were injured there, and more than 200 patients had to be evacuated.

In Komyshuvakha, 10 Russian aerial bombs struck a school where and when civilians gathered to receive humanitarian aid. Follow-up strikes hit the shelter where survivors tried finding refuge. As a result, at least 29 people are dead, another 48 remain missing. Among the victims are four police officers and two rescuers who came to save lives.

No place is spared from Russia's creeping terror. Not homes, not hospitals, not schools, not even shelters.

Ukraine needs stronger air defences and sustained support. Russia must face far greater pressure. There can be no illusions about the path to peace and about what Ukraine and the World need to achieve it.