The President and Joachim Gauck discussed bilateral relations between Lithuania and Germany, defense cooperation, the security situation in the region, and Russia’s threat to global security. They exchanged views on the future of Europe and the priorities for the European Union’s global action, as well as addressed issues of historical memory, with special emphasis on the need to counter disinformation and historical revisionism. The President underscored his appreciation of close cooperation with Germany in the field of security and Lithuania’s strong commitment to collective security.
