Politics

Heated debate on conscription expected in Lithuanian parliament

Having heard opinions of some MPs regarding the reintroduction of military conscription, Lithuanian Prime Minister Algirdas Butkevičius says that a discussion at the Seimas on the issue will probably be very lively. […]

Algirdas Butkevičius
Defence

Lithuanian PM sceptical about British defence secretary’s warnings of Russian aggression

Lithuanian Prime Minister Algirdas Butkevičius says he does not believe that Moscow could use the same methods it used in Ukraine to destabilize situation in the Baltic states. His comments come after British Defence Secretary Michael Fallon warned about the danger that Russia might pose to Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. […]

Sydney
Economy

Most distant Lithuania’s business mission in 2015 – to Australia

With the purpose of expanding and diversifying export markets Lithuania’s industrialist are planning seven business mission for 2015, among them – Foreign Minister Linas Linkevičius‘ led visit to Australia. […]

Shanghai
Foreign affairs

Lithuania expects China’s statement to bring “new phase of cooperation”

Lithuania’s government hopes that the statement published by China on Tuesday will pave way for trade and economic cooperation, as well as put an end to diplomatic tensions that started when the Dalai Lama visited Vilnius 18 months ago. […]