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Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys on a Working Visit to Helsinki Added 2026-10-06 On 2nd October 2026, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys visited Helsinki, where he met with Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen and United States of America Deputy Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Thomas DiNanno.
Lithuanian Language and Culture Courses for Lithuanians Worldwide Added 2026-10-02 We extend invitation to Lithuanians around the globe, as well as students, lecturers, and researchers from foreign higher education institutions, to immerse yourselves in the rich tapestry of Lithuania this winter.
Lithuania and Finland Strengthen Co-operation in Voluntary Defence Added 2026-09-23 On 22 September 2026, at the Embassy of Lithuania in Helsinki, Colonel Linas Idzelis, Commander of the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union, and Kari Salminen, President of the Finnish Reservists’ Association (Reserviläisliitto), signed a co-operation agreement.
Lithuanian Cultural Events in Finland in September Added 2026-08-26 After the summer break, we are pleased to share information about Lithuanian cultural events taking place in Finland in September.
Important Information Regarding Consular Services at the Lithuanian Embassy in Finland between July 13 and August 9, 2026 Added 2026-06-29 Please be informed that consular services at the Lithuanian Embassy in Finland will be restricted during this period. Only URGENT CONSULAR ASSISTANCE will be provided and new documents sent from Lithuania issued. If you experience an emergency, consultations are available by phone at +358 9 684 48815 or via email at consul.fi@urm.lt
Lithuania’s Independence Day in Helsinki Spotlighted by a Modern Dance Portrait of Queen Catherine Jagiellon Added 2026-06-29 On the 24th March 2026 in Helsinki, the Day of Restoration of Lithuania’s Independence was commemorated by a cultural highlight. The dance troupe Plalaforma from the Vilnius Children and Youth Centre, directed by Karolina Auglytė Butavičienė, presented a modern dance performance dedicated to the 500th anniversary of the birth of Catherine Jagiellon, daughter of the Grand Duke of Lithuania and King of Poland...
Important information Regarding Consular Services at the Lithuanian Embassy in Finland between May 4 and |May 11, 2026 Added 2026-04-20 Please be informed consular services at the Lithuanian Embassy in Finland will be restricted during this period. Only URGENT CONSULAR ASSISTANCE will be provided and new documents sent from Lithuania issued. If you experience an emergency, consultations are available by phone at +358 9 684 48815 or via email at consul.fi@urm.lt
Important information regarding consular services at the Lithuanian Embassy in Finland between January 9 and |January 23, 2026 Added 2025-12-17 Please be informed consular services at the Lithuanian Embassy in Finland will be restricted during this period. Only URGENT CONSULAR ASSISTANCE will be provided and new documents sent from Lithuania issued. If you experience an emergency, consultations are available by phone at +358 9 684 48815 or via email at consul.fi@urm.lt
Budrys at the meeting with EU Enlargement Commissioner: maintaining Ukraine’s accession momentum and ensuring the EU’s readiness for enlargement Is essential Added 2026-10-12 On 12 October, on the margins of the European Union (EU) Foreign Affairs Council, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with Marta Kos, European Commissioner for Enlargement. Their discussions focused on the EU’s preparedness for enlargement and Ukraine’s accession negotiations.
Added 2026-10-12 On 12 October, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys is participating in the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg. Ahead of the meeting, addressing journalists, the Minister highlighted two priorities: increasing pressure on Russia and accelerating Ukraine’s path towards EU membership.
Added 2026-10-09 On 9 October, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with researchers at the Institute of Baltic Region History and Archaeology of Klaipėda University to discuss the importance of research on antisemitism, Holocaust remembrance and Jewish studies.
Added 2026-10-09 On 8 October, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with members of the Klaipėda Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts in Klaipėda. The meeting focused on geopolitical developments affecting regional businesses, international trade trends, export opportunities and economic security challenges.
Added 2026-10-08 On 8 October, at Klaipėda University Hospital, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with doctors and other healthcare professionals who have returned to live and work in Lithuania from abroad.
Added 2026-10-08 On 8 October, at the “Employ the Future 2026” careers fair in Klaipėda, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys took part in a discussion entitled “What will the diplomat of the future look like? Career opportunities in foreign policy”. Together with Eglė Stonkė, a doctoral candidate at Klaipėda University, and Dr Ilvija Pikturnaitė, Associate Professor at Klaipėdos valstybinės kolegija/Higher Education...
Added 2026-10-07 On 7 October, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with representatives of the Lithuanian Confederation of Industrialists and foreign chambers of commerce operating in Lithuania.
Added 2026-10-06 On 6 October, a representative of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Lithuania, who had been summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania, was presented with a diplomatic note expressing Lithuania’s strong protest over the continuing attacks against Ukraine’s capital Kyiv and other cities, including strikes targeting bridges, other civilian infrastructure, and the civilian...
Added 2026-10-06 On 6 October, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to Lithuania, Urban Andersson.
Added 2026-10-02 On 2 October, Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys met with Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen to discuss bilateral relations and regional security issues, strengthening transatlantic ties, and support for Ukraine. They also discussed opportunities to expand economic cooperation, particularly in the defence industry, quantum technologies, financial technologies, life sciences, lasers, and...