"I firmly believe that the trust given to you by the people of your country will be a source of inspiration for full-scale reforms towards ensuring even more welfare to the people of Chile. The goals of reducing poverty and expanding education are important to every citizen, and I wish you every success in turning them into reality," the President wrote in her message of congratulations.
Dalia Grybauskaitė underlined that she highly valued Michelle Bachelet's work in the field of gender equality at the United Nations. The Chilean leader's commitment to women's rights, the development of programmes to protect women against violence and the encouragement of women's full engagement in global affairs serves as an inspiring role model.
The Lithuanian President wished Michelle Bachelet strong resilience and determination as she assumed for the second time the important and responsible duties of this position. She also wished long years of well-being and prosperity to Chile and its people.
