During the meeting, the President pointed out that with the ongoing tense security situation in the region, it is extremely important that both Lithuania and Germany share the same view of threats and make respective defense decisions. According to Gitanas Nausėda, regional security plans agreed at the NATO Summit in Vilnius will contribute in a significant way to reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank, but they need to be implemented swiftly.
The President and the German Chief of Defense also discussed the deployment of a German brigade to Lithuania. Gitanas Nausėda said that smooth cooperation between Lithuanian and German institutions is very important at this stage.
“We are delighted with Germany's long-term commitment to strengthening Lithuania’s security. I firmly believe that it is going to be a success story to share with our allies. Lithuania is ready to provide the best conditions for German soldiers to live and train in Lithuania,” the President said.
Gitanas Nausėda and General Carsten Breuer also discussed NATO’s rotational air defense model approved at the Vilnius NATO Summit. The President underlined that air defense remains a key priority for Lithuania and the region. Therefore, it is important to develop a practical plan for putting this idea into effect as soon as possible.
