Lithuania has revisited its National Security Strategy in response to significant shifts in the security landscape following Russia's extensive military actions in Ukraine. The sixth iteration of this strategy prioritizes the country's preparedness for defense in the event of military aggression. It aims to create conditions for comprehensive state security by implementing a national security policy that addresses the core challenges to the country's safety and focuses on deterrence and readiness against potential military threats.

The revised document highlights the existential threat facing Lithuania and its regional partners, intensifying with the possibility that Russia may develop capabilities for large-scale conventional warfare against NATO by 2030. This recognition of an immediate and growing threat underlines the urgency for Lithuania to bolster its defense strategies and military preparedness significantly.

Furthermore, the strategy also identifies risks posed by Belarus and China, pointing to concerns over the supply of dual-use goods supplied by Beijing. By acknowledging these external pressures, the National Security Strategy not only seeks to counter immediate military threats but also aims to develop a comprehensive approach to safeguarding national interests in a rapidly changing global security environment.