The Lithuanian Foreign Minister expressed his appreciation for the activities of the Apostolic Nuncio and for L.Bonazzi's contribution to the signing with the Holly See of a bilateral agreement on the recognition of academic qualifications.
During the meeting, L.Linkevičius and L.Bonazzi hailed good bilateral relations and agreed to strengthen the dialogue on topical international policy issues both at bilateral level and within international organizations.
L.Linkevičius will be visiting Italy and the Vatican City on 14-17 January.
The Holy See has never recognized Lithuania's occupation and annexation. The Lithuanian Legation at the Holy See remained open during the country's occupation. The countries re-established their diplomatic relations at ambassadorial level on 30 September 1991.
The Apostolic Nuncio to Lithuania L.Bonazzi was appointed in 2009.
