Gitanas Nausėda: We welcome the U.S. President as a close friend and ally
President of the Republic of Lithuania
July 12, 2023
On Wednesday, President Gitanas Nausėda delivered a speech in the Grand Courtyard of Vilnius University, underscoring the contribution of the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, to Lithuania.
"We welcome him with open hearts and open arms as a close friend and ally. Over the years, we observed his tireless work for freedom with the utmost respect. Today, President Joe Biden is here with us, and we have an excellent opportunity to thank him and all the people of the United States," the President said.
In his speech, Gitanas Nausėda highlighted the inspiring leadership of the United States in bridging and integrating the transatlantic space from Washington to Vilnius politically, economically and by shared values.
"And today, as Russia's brutal military aggression threatens to trample democracy and the free self-determination of nations in our region, the United States does not stand aside. America's presence in Lithuania strengthens our security. America's assistance to Ukraine strengthens its ability to resist the occupier," the President said.
The President also underscored the vivid imprint of Lithuanian Americans such as Steponas Darius, Stasys Girėnas, Adolfas Ramanauskas-Vanagas, Pranas Lubinas, Jonas Mekas, and Jurgis Mačiūnas on Lithuania's history, as well as their contribution to the social, economic, political, and cultural life of the United States.
Gitanas Nausėda expressed his delight that U.S. President Joe Biden's working visit to Lithuania is taking place as we celebrate the centenary of bilateral diplomatic relations and expressed hope that it will further strengthen the friendship between Lithuania and the United States.
The President's Communication Group
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