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The President: Deployment of a German brigade significantly strengthens Lithuania's security

President of the Republic of Lithuania

May 22, 2025

On Thursday, President Gitanas Nausėda, together with German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, took part in the inauguration ceremony of the German 45th Armored Brigade in Vilnius Cathedral Square.

In his address, President Gitanas Nausėda emphasized that the deployment of the German brigade marks a historic milestone for Lithuania and will significantly strengthen the country's security.

"It stands as a testament to the shared values between our two nations, our time-tested friendship, and the impressive progress of our strategic partnership in recent years," the President underlined.

According to the Head of State, the deployment of the German brigade in Lithuania will help deter Russia, ensure the security of NATO's entire eastern flank, and foster closer ties and deeper military cooperation between the two countries.

"Together we make an unbreakable force. Together we will ensure that the people of Lithuania and Germany never face the ultimate test—that of war," the President emphasized.

Addressing the German Chancellor, the President pointed out that Lithuania welcomed with great joy the news that Germany intends to build the strongest conventional armed forces in Europe.

"From the very first days in office, you have expressed the strong and unbending spirit of the new Europe. Europe that not only talks about unity and solidarity but also turns these words into concrete actions. Europe that responds to the greatest security challenge of this century by enhancing its capabilities and strengthening external borders," Gitanas Nausėda spoke.

According to the President, Lithuania—having re-established a national division and committed to spending more than 5% of its GDP on defense starting next year—intends to fulfil its duties as a NATO member with honor.

Addressing the German brigade, Gitanas Nausėda thanked them for their decision to serve in Lithuania and assured them that they would receive the best possible training and living conditions.

"Your presence here strengthens not only Lithuania and Germany. Thanks to you, all Europe is becoming stronger," the Head of State spoke.

The President's Communication Group