Diplomatic Circles

Lithuanian minister looks to 2027 EU presidency to boost Canadian links

In a wide-ranging interview, Lithuanian Economy and Innovation Minister Edvinas Grikšas talks growing trade, work with the EU, the push for diversification, and boosting domestic defence industries.

Edvinas Grikšas, pictured left with Liberal MP Yasir Naqvi, is the first Lithuanian economy and innovation minister to visit Canada.Photograph courtesy of X

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BY NEIL MOSS

May 6, 2026

With Lithuania set to take over the presidency of the European Union at the beginning of next year, a visiting Lithuanian minister says that will be an opportune time to boost economic ties with Canada.

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