Minister Budrys in Zagreb: Croatian soldiers in Lithuania is an example of solidarity between allies
On 17 March, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania, Kęstutis Budrys, is paying a working visit to Croatia. There Minister Budrys met with the Prime Minister of Croatia, Andrej Plenković and discussed European security issues, support for Ukraine, and the situation in the Middle East.
At the meeting, the Minister emphasized that Lithuania and Croatia enjoy friendly bilateral relations, and are NATO allies and partners within the European Union. According to Budrys, both Lithuania and Croatia are well aware of what does the fight for freedom and independence means and understand well the importance of security and defence.
"I thank Croatia for its long-standing contribution to the security of the Baltic region and NATO's eastern flank. We highly appreciate the deployment of the Croatian contingent based in Rukla, operating within the NATO Multinational Battlegroup in Lithuania. This is true solidarity between allies", said the Minister.
The head of Lithuania's diplomacy stressed that the situation in the Middle East should not divert European attention from Ukraine. The Minister said that it was important to understand that the future of European security is decided in Ukraine, not somewhere else, so everyone must do what they can to help achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
Photos: The Office of the Government of Croatia
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