K. Budrys: The Creating Diaspora Enriches Lithuania and Strengthens Its Future
Minister K. Budrys emphasizes the importance of the Lithuanian diaspora in enriching the nation’s culture and helping Lithuania to be heard in the world.
Regarding China and Taiwan - a clear message from K. Budrys and a sharp observation: "It is unseemly"
Lithuania's Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys emphasizes the importance of adjusting foreign policy in response to changing geopolitical circumstances, particularly concerning relations with China and Taiwan.
K. Budrys on cooperation with Taiwan: 'We are moving from expectations and dreams to concrete plans'
Lithuanian officials are focusing on concrete economic cooperation plans with Taiwan, moving beyond initial dreams and expectations towards actionable projects.
K. Budrys in Brussels: The EU must urgently increase military support for Ukraine
Lithuanian Foreign Minister K. Budrys emphasized the need for the EU to increase military aid to Ukraine and expedited its membership by 2030.
K. Budrys criticizes Hungary for blocking the sanctions package against Russia: it is too audacious and unacceptable
K. Budrys condemns Hungary's obstruction of EU sanctions against Russia, suggesting it harms collective European interests and calls for financial pressure.
K. Budrys: I hope we will not get involved in another escalation with the US over tariffs
Lithuanian diplomat K. Budrys expresses hope that the US will adhere to last year's tariff agreement, avoiding further escalation.
K. Budrys on Ukraine's EU membership by 2030: achievable, important to consolidate political will
Lithuanian diplomat K. Budrys claims that Ukraine's EU membership by 2030 is ambitious but attainable with united political will.
K. Budrys: We should specifically agree with Taiwan on our action plan
K. Budrys emphasizes the need for Lithuania and Taiwan to finalize a concrete action plan regarding their diplomatic intentions, highlighting current efforts to improve relations with China.
K. Budrys has gone to Cyprus: will participate in the informal EU Trade Council
K. Budrys travels to Cyprus to participate in a meeting of EU trade ministers focusing on various trade issues involving China and critical mineral supplies.
I. RuginienÄ— denies speculation about lack of trust in K. Budrys: people have become accustomed to seeing a more active prime minister in foreign policy
I. RuginienÄ— discussed her views on the need for a more active prime minister in foreign policy, emphasizing the importance of engagement and foreign relations while addressing recent speculations regarding her trust in Minister K. Budrys.
K. Budrys: The EU should seek a unified position on D. Trump's Peace Council
K. Budrys stressed the need for the EU to present a unified stance on participation in the Peace Council led by Donald Trump to address the situation in Gaza.
K. Budrys on the renaming of the Taiwanese representative office: we must protect certain fundamental principles
K. Budrys discusses the necessity of protecting fundamental principles in Lithuania's foreign policy, particularly regarding the renaming of the Taiwanese representative office.
K. Budrys on the appeal to the Ministry of the Interior to ban performer Gio Pika from appearing in Lithuania: I signed the request
K. Budrys acknowledges signing a request to prevent Georgian performer Gio Pika from entering Lithuania due to his history of performing in Russia.
K. Budrys awards diplomat S. Šatūnas with the ministry's honor insignia
Diplomat S. Šatūnas received an award for his contributions to strengthening Lithuania's defense through EU-level initiatives and for actively shaping decisions related to national security.
K. Budrys: Lithuania plans to join the Southeast Asia cooperation agreement this year
Lithuanian Foreign Minister K. Budrys has expressed Lithuania's intent to join the Southeast Asia cooperation agreement during a meeting with the Philippines' Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro at the Munich Security Conference.
Public Letter from K. Budrys to Europe: It's Time to Show Teeth
Lithuanian Minister K. Budrys urges Europe to become a stronger geopolitical and geo-economic force rather than remaining a strategic observer.
K. Budrys to participate in the Munich Security Conference
K. Budrys will speak at the 'Spotlight on Belarus' session during the Munich Security Conference and plans to hold multiple meetings with various foreign ministers.
The question about visits to Lithuania's regions surprised K. Budrys: he conveyed a message to the 'social democrats'
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys addresses speculation regarding his regional visits, asserting they are focused on foreign policy.
K. Budrys expressed condolences to the victims of the explosion in Pakistan
Minister K. Budrys expressed his condolences on social media following a deadly suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan, that killed at least 31 people and injured over 150 others during Friday prayers.
K. Budrys met in Chisinau with M. Sandu: discussed Moldova's integration into the EU, resilience to hybrid attacks
K. Budrys and M. Sandu met in Chisinau to discuss Moldova's EU integration and resilience against hybrid attacks, emphasizing the need for support against Russian disinformation and influence.
K. Budrys: sanctions against Belarus must be extended
Lithuania's foreign minister emphasizes the country's unwavering stance on extending sanctions against Belarus due to human rights violations and support for Russia.
K. Budrys: S. Cichanouskaja was not 'driven out' of Vilnius
K. Budrys refutes claims that Sviatlana Cichanouskaja was driven out of Vilnius, asserting that her office retains its accreditation and security support.
K. Budrys on the response prepared by some officials to the EP resolution regarding LRT: a consequence of certain damages
K. Budrys commented on the political process related to the Lithuanian response to the European Parliament's resolution, emphasizing the need to address issues domestically without external arbitration.
K. Budrys in Washington: American troops in Lithuania are a cornerstone of deterrence in the Baltic states
K. Budrys emphasized the significance of American troops in Lithuania as a crucial deterrent element for the Baltic states during discussions on bilateral relations between Lithuania and the USA and security challenges in the region.
K. Budrys has gone to Washington: will participate in the international ministerial meeting on critical minerals
Lithuanian Foreign Minister K. Budrys is attending an international meeting in Washington to discuss transatlantic cooperation, regional security, and support for Ukraine.