2023-10-07
Despite the narrative, you can’t fight fire with fire
Thanks to the combination of fiscal and monetary intervention, the structural problems on the supply side will only be exacerbated by monetary tightening.
Category: Lithuania
2023-09-09
Lithuania is resilient and competitive, let’s not derail
Vilnius’ economy is predicted to slightly contract this year (-1.4%) before bouncing back (+2.9%) – as long as the focus is on innovation and productivity.
2023-08-19
Eastern borders are weapons full of fear and instability
Since Wagner mercenaries arrived Belarus, Latvia Lithuania and Poland prepare for increasing illegal border crossings and hybrid threats.
2023-07-18
First things first, a stable and independent power system
With support from Poland and European funding (1.6 bn), the Baltics will upgrade their infrastructure and disconnect from the BRELL system.
2023-07-15
Investment attraction is crucial to bounce back economic growth
In a context of a technical recession and stuck employment, Lithuania still stands out in fintech and automotive to bounce back economic growth.
2023-07-11
If dialogue breaks down, the military deterrent is left
The Baltics have requested the NATO forces deployed be beefed up to 3,000-5,000 troops each, being the most vulnerable part of the organization.
2023-06-27
Lithuania among the stars: new technology centre and ESA funding
Applications from Lithuania’s institutions receive €1 million in funding, and the space sector will grow to 1% of GDP by 2027.
2023-06-10
Technology not only closes old doors, opens new ones too
Lithuania’s manufacturing generates 20% of the GDP and employs 13% of the labour pool. Automotive leads both in jobs created and expenditures.
2023-05-30
The Baltic forward thinking fuels innovation and growth
Lithuania’s highly educated workforce, modern infrastructure, and favourable business environment generate massive start-up opportunities.
2023-05-20
Money laundering body: is it an economic asset or liability?
Banks should know their customers and innovate in ICT, while the state focus on prosecution without spreading unnecessary costs throughout the economy.