Foreign affairs
Year: 2016
Politics
Another liberal MP questioned in influence peddling investigation
Another liberal member of parliament, former education minister Gintaras Steponavičius, is questioned in a high-profile political corruption case. […]
Sports
Lithuania at Rio Olympics: Day 5
Three Lithuanians took part in competitions on day five in the Rio Olympic Games. Two of them are leaving the games earlier than expected.
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Foreign affairs
Russia’s accusations against Ukraine ‘as old as KGB handbook’ – Linkevičius
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Linas Linkevičius says that Russia‘s accusations levied at the Ukrainian government of plotting acts of sabotage in Crimea are reminiscent of KGB methods when the victim is falsely accused of crimes which is used as a pretext for attack.
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Society
Fuel-free ferry to sail on the Neris River in Vilnius
Green transportation in cities is the future that needs to begin today, believe four friends from Vilnius who have built a fuel-free ferry to be coursing on the Neris River in the Lithuanian capital.
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Society
Controversial sex-ed programme to go through despite criticism – Lithuania’s minister
Lithuanian Education and Science Minister Audronė Pitrėnienė plans to approve a new sexuality education programme which has drawn criticism from NGOs for its conservatism and focus on abstinence. […]
Politics
Lithuania’s chief veterinary officer ‘should have resigned long ago’ – president
Lithuanian President Dalia Grybauskaitė says that Jonas Milius should have resigned as director of the State Food and Veterinary Service a long time ago. […]
CORPORATE
Lithuania’s LNG terminal: The impossible became possible?
Lithuania’s LNG terminal in Klaipėda, launched in late 2014, has been a symbol of its aspiration towards energy independence, although maintaining the facility has proved a heavy financial load. That, however, is changing. […]
CORPORATE
Slow-down in Europe erodes Lithuanian exports
During the first half of this year, Lithuanian exports shrank 2.4% compared to the corresponding period last year. Because of slow economic growth in Europe, exports to EU countries fell 4%. The Brexit referendum caused […]
CORPORATE
Deposit system puts heavy burden on smaller brewers
Lithuania’s small brewers argue that the deposit system in which the same fees for one-off packages are applied to large and smaller producers is unfair. The success of the deposit system in Lithuania, where buyers […]
CORPORATE
Employers will encourage employees to do sports
The Lithuanian Parliament has already agreed to consider personal income tax law amendment which would encourage employers to buy gym memberships for their employees. According to the amendment, the expenses that an employer would spend […]
CORPORATE
Luxury cruise ship Europa 2 docks in Klaipėda
A 225-meter cruise ship Europa 2 arrived in Klaipėda on Wednesday. It is one of the most luxurious ships throughout the cruise ship industry. 520 passengers have come to Klaipėda in the Europa 2 which […]
Politics
Who are the most influential Lithuanian politicians on social media?
Dalia Grybauskaitė tops the list of the 10 most popular politicians on social networks, compiled by London Richmond communications master’s student Rokas Tarasovas.
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CORPORATE
More Lithuanians purchase second homes
Increasingly more Lithuanians decide to invest in second homes for vacation or leisure or even to let, according to real estate company Ober-Haus. “Banks’ funding conditions are attractive, interest rates have reached the lowest point. […]
Energy
Drunk German yachtsman nearly crashes into Lithuania’s oil terminal
A recent incident near an oil terminal owned by the Polish company Orlen has drawn attention to security at the facility which is a vital part of Lithuania’s energy infrastructure. If the company cannot protect it, the Lithuanian state may have to step in, the interior minister has commented.
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Society
Lithuanian municipalities to get 35 new school buses
Thirty-five new school buses will be distributed among 25 Lithuanian municipalities before the start of the new academic year. […]
Sports
Lithuania at Rio Olympics: Day 4
Day four at Rio Olympics was a good one for team Lithuania. In basketball, Lithuania secured its second victory in a row, Lithuanian rowers advanced to the finals while the sailors are fighting for the tickets to the medal race.
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European Union
Lithuanian foreign minister expresses support to Turkish government under EU criticism
Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Linas Linkevičius has expressed firm support to Turkey‘s government which has come under severe criticism from European Union (EU) officials for purges of suspected participants and supporters of the recent coup.
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Foreign affairs
German convoy in support of friendlier ties with Russia crossing Lithuania
A group of several hundred Germans are crossing Lithuania in a drive from Berlin to Moscow to express support to Russia and dissatisfaction with Western policies towards Moscow.
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