The Vice Minister of Lithuania, Egidijus Meilūnas, expressed his profound honor to be in Pakistan, he expressed this remarks during a a significant diplomatic event marking the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Lithuania and Pakistan . He highlighted the dynamic journey of Lithuania over these three decades, recalling the swift establishment of diplomatic ties just four years after Lithuania regained its statehood following 50 years of Soviet occupation and shortly after the withdrawal of Russian troops. This year also marks Lithuania’s 20th anniversary as a member of the European Union and NATO.
This event was attended by senior officials including Sherry Rehman, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lithuanian Ambassador to Pakistan Ricardas Degutis, and numerous distinguished guests. The event was hosted by Masud Khan, Honorary Consul General of Lithuania in Pakistan.
Reflecting on Lithuania’s transformation, Minister Meilūnas noted the nation’s journey towards stability, security, and the establishment of the rule of law and human rights. He emphasized Lithuania’s commitment to sustainable development and its integral role in the European and Euro-Atlantic community, where dialogue and consensus are highly valued.
During his visit, Minister Meilūnas engaged in fruitful discussions with officials from Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, focusing on political and economic developments, bilateral relations, and broader regional and global security issues. He stressed the importance of uniting efforts to uphold a world order based on rules and international law amid challenging times.
The discussions also underscored mutual interests in deepening bilateral ties, particularly in economic cooperation. Minister Meilūnas highlighted Lithuania’s strengths in various sectors such as business services, startups, fintech, software development, cybersecurity, life sciences, engineering, and electronics, positioning Lithuania as a valuable partner for Pakistani companies.
Expressing satisfaction with Lithuania’s representation in Pakistan through Honorary Consul General Masud Khan, Minister Meilūnas expressed optimism for the next 30 years of cooperation, envisioning a future of successful and productive collaboration based on mutual respect and friendship.
