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India-Lithuania Strengthen Ties in 10th Foreign Office Consultations

India and Lithuania conducted their 10th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Vilnius, comprehensively reviewing their bilateral partnership. The discussions centered on deepening cooperation in key areas like trade, investment, and high-technology sectors, including laser technology. Both sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest and India's relations with the European Union. The consultations concluded with an agreement to hold the next round in New Delhi.

Key Points: India-Lithuania Review Bilateral Ties, Focus on Trade & Tech

  • Reviewed full spectrum of bilateral relations
  • Focus on boosting trade, investment & high-tech
  • Discussed India-EU relations & global issues
  • Agreed to next consultations in New Delhi
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India-Lithuania review bilateral ties during 10th round of Foreign Office Consultations; emphasise strengthening trade and investment ties

India and Lithuania held 10th Foreign Office Consultations, emphasizing trade, investment, and high-tech cooperation like lasers. Read more.

"Emphasis was laid on furthering relations in sectors such as trade and investments and high-technology including laser - MEA Statement"

Vilnius, March 14

India and Lithuania held the 10th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Vilnius on Friday. Both sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral ties across political, trade and economic cooperation. The two countries emphasised deepening of ties in areas such as trade and investment, as per an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs.

The MEA noted that the Indian side was led by Sibi George, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs. The Lithuanian side was led by Vidmantas Verbickas, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania.

"Both sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral relations including political, trade and economic cooperation, cultural ties and people-to-people connections. Emphasis was laid on furthering relations in sectors such as trade and investments and high-technology including laser. The two sides also discussed India-EU relations and exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest", the statement said.

As per the statement, during the visit, Secretary Sibi George also called on Foreign Minister of Lithuania, Kestutis Budrys. He also interacted with Laimonas Talat-Kelpsa, Political Director (Foreign Secretary), Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania; Kestutis Kudzmanas, Chief Foreign Policy Advisor to the Prime Minister of Lithuania; Algis Latakas, CEO, Klaipeda Port; and Linas Kojala, CEO, Centre for Geopolitical and Security Studies (GSSC).

Secretary also interacted with the Indian diaspora in Lithuania and urged them to continue to contribute to Amrit Kaal journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047. He inaugurated AYUSH Information Cell and One District One Product (ODOP) Lounge in the new premises of the Embassy, the statement highlighted.

It further noted that it was agreed to hold the next round of Foreign Office Consultations at mutually convenient dates in New Delhi.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see engagement beyond just the big European powers. The ODOP lounge and AYUSH cell are smart cultural diplomacy moves. Hope this translates into real opportunities for our MSMEs and startups.
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Rohit P
While I appreciate the diplomatic effort, I hope the emphasis on 'trade and investment' yields concrete results for the common person. Sometimes these consultations feel like formalities. Let's see some actual FDI numbers and job creation from Lithuania.
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Michael C
Interesting read. As someone working in tech, the mention of laser technology cooperation is particularly noteworthy. Lithuania has a strong reputation in that field. This could be a niche but valuable partnership for India's manufacturing sector.
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Shreya B
Connecting with the Indian diaspora is so important! They are our brand ambassadors abroad. The Amrit Kaal message is inspiring. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
Geopolitically, this is a smart move. Engaging with Baltic nations gives India another perspective within the EU framework, especially on global issues. The next round in Delhi will be key to follow up.

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