"A day when almost 100 years ago the Temporary Statute of the Lithuanian Customs took effect is very significant to Lithuania. Then the honourable history of the Lithuanian Customs began. It was accompanied by great challenges.
Restoration of Independence marked hard times for Lithuania, especially for officers working at the border. In face of real danger and even risking their lives they carried out the oath. We shall never forget the Medininkai tragedy in which officers of the Customs perished.
Even in difficult circumstances the Customs' officers successfully safeguarded Lithuania's economic borders. We may be pleased with smooth integration of the Lithuanian Customs in the system of European Customs and the country's accession to the Schengen Area," Speaker of the Seimas Loreta Grauziniene said.
The speaker wished officers resolve and persistence protecting markets and financial interests of Lithuania and other EU member states from illegal activities and ensuring favourable conditions for businesses following all laws thus contributing to enhancement of fair and open trade market.
