Vio Podagelyte

personal account. Convinced European from Vilnius, educated at University of Trento & College d’Europe. Previously in Myanmar, China & Ukraine

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

Good meeting Hungary’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, @_OrbanAnita, in Prague today.

#Lithuania and #Hungary share a strong potential to further deepen our bilateral cooperation across a range of areas. I look forward to building on this momentum together. Closer collaboration between our countries can also contribute to reinforcing the strength and unity of both the #EU and #NATO.

I look forward to welcoming my Hungarian colleague to Lithuania in the near future! 🇱🇹🤝🇭🇺

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

Great discussion at the @GLOBSEC today with fellow ministers @oana_toiu @Tsahkna @Xavier_Bettel.

My key points:
The world faces systemic instability not seen since the Cold War. The rules-based order is under sustained pressure from #Russia, #China, and #Iran. If it collapses, there are no winners - only a more fragmented, dangerous, and unpredictable world.

Ukraine is the frontline of this struggle. Its fight is not only for freedom, but for Europe’s future. Supporting Ukraine is the most cost-effective choice: deterrence today is far cheaper than a wider war tomorrow.

#Ukraine’s long-term security lies in integration - into the #EU (by 2030) and Euro-Atlantic structures. At the same time, Russia’s aggression must not be legitimized, and accountability for its crimes is essential for lasting peace.

Europe must act: invest more, produce more, and move faster. Defence spending must turn into real capabilities. To preserve peace, we must be ready - and we must do it together.

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

Congratulations to @_OrbanAnita, the new Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of #Hungary!

I look forward to working together to build a more united& resilient Europe and stronger #NATO. 🇱🇹🤝🇭🇺

[Gitanas Nausėda @GitanasNauseda]

Congratulations to @MagyarPeterMP on his appointment as Prime Minister of Hungary!

Wishing you great success, resolve and strength in serving the Hungarian people and in strengthening democracy, security and stability across Europe.

Lithuania remains committed to deepening cooperation with Hungary within the EU and NATO.

[Gitanas Nausėda @GitanasNauseda]

Good call with 🇭🇺Prime Minister-elect @magyarpeterMP.

I look forward to working together for a stronger, more united Europe.

Constructive cooperation in the EU, progress on rule of law, and firm support for Ukraine will be essential in the months ahead.

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

Congratulations on a historic victory, @magyarpeterMP!

It’s an important moment for #Hungary’s democracy and Europe’s future. Let’s build stronger and more resilient Europe together 🇱🇹🇭🇺!

[Gitanas Nausėda @GitanasNauseda]

Big win for Hungary! Big win for Europe!

Congratulations to @magyarpeterMP. There are a lot of things we could and should do for the sake of democracy, justice and peace.

[Inga Ruginienė @IRuginiene]

Congrats to Hungarian people and @magyarpeterMP. Wishing you strength and success as you lead Hungary ahead.

We look forward to working together to further strengthen Lithuania–Hungary relations and our cooperation in Europe.

[Kęstutis Budrys @BudrysKestutis]

As the critical US-Russia summit in Alaska approaches, speculation about a possible territorial “swap” between #Ukraine and #Russia is surfacing. There have been claims that the occupation of parts of Ukraine would be “temporary” and only “de facto”, leaving hope for their return to Ukraine in the future. History warns us to think twice. We, the Baltic nations know what “only de facto” Russian occupation means and that “temporary” can last half a century.
Putin’s goals have not changed. He aims to subjugate Ukraine, split allies and get a say over European security. The only sure path to lasting peace is through strength: unwavering transatlantic unity to sustain pressure on Russia, maximum support to Ukraine so it can defend its people and territory, and deep, sustained investment in our own defence and security. Only then will Moscow’s aggression be met with the one language it respects - resolve.
Our joint op-ed with @Braze_Baiba and @Tsahkna for @FT: https://t.co/icoIoHbiBY

[Lithuanian MOD 🇱🇹 @Lithuanian_MoD]

🇭🇺Hungary’s Gripens and 🇪🇸Spain’s Eurofighters have taken over Baltic Air Policing duties in 🇱🇹Šiauliai. A strong show of NATO’s resolve on the Eastern flank: ready 24/7 to defend every inch of Allied territory.

#SecuringTheSkies #StrongerTogether

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

Today we are disconnecting from #BRELL electricity system – this is the most important step in the history of independent Lithuanian energy. Synchronising with the European electricity system will ensure energy security, stability and reliability for 🇱🇹, 🇱🇻& 🇪🇪. What a big day!

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

Happy Lunar New Year to all our friends in the Indo-Pacific & beyond and to those communities in Lithuania that celebrate today! May this year bring us lasting peace, shared prosperity and widespread joy and kindness!

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

Lithuania reaffirms support for EEAS Joint Statement - Myanmar‘s violent regime repression must end.

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

35 years on, the Baltic Way's legacy resonates stronger than ever.

Around 2 million people from Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania joined hands across 600km.

Demonstrating their unity against Soviet occupation.

A strong reminder that freedom & democracy must be defended every day.

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

35 years ago, 2 million people of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia stood up against the brutality of Soviet occupation and expressed their will to break free in a historic Baltic Way. In 2009, it was recognised as @unesco heritage and became the symbol of freedom and unity.

[Ivana Karásková @ivana_karaskova]

📣 Exciting news! After 7 years, we’re #hiring 2 China analysts! One specializing in domestic politics, the other in economy. Join our team at @AMO_cz and @chinaobservers. Don’t follow us, join us! 🌟 More details: https://t.co/CX7pbLXUAj

[Lithuanian Government 🇱🇹 @LithuanianGovt]

🇱🇹 Mykolas Alekna shattered the longest-standing men's world record in athletics set in 1986! Bravo, Mykolai!

[Radio Free Asia @RadioFreeAsia]

Members of her legal team in #Myanmar haven’t seen her since 2022, at Naypyidaw Prison, when the #junta barred them from further visiting her. Multiple requests to meet with her have gone unanswered.

[Saw Nimrod from Burma @NimrodAndrew]

This morning, Naypyidaw faces an attack, while the #NUCC commences its second People's Assembly. Timing is everything.

[Lithuania MFA 🇱🇹 | #StandWithUkraine @LithuaniaMFA]

Today, 700 Ukrainian children are back in the Borodyanka lyceum, rebuilt with support from #Lithuania’s Fund for Development Cooperation and the Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania.These children will be rebuilding the future of Ukraine, and our duty is to help them now!