Georgian leaders mark Lithuania Independence Day

Georgian leaders are congratulating the people of Lithuania on the 97^th anniversary of Lithuania becoming an independent state.

The country’s President Giorgi Margvelashvili congratulated his Lithuanian counterpart Dalia Grybauskaite on the Independence Day of her country, which is marked annually on February 16.

On this remarkable day I wish to emphasize that the friendly relations and cooperation between Georgia and Lithuania is successfully developing in political, economic and cultural areas. I believe the historical ties and close cooperation between our countries will be further strengthened and deepened for both nations’ success,” said Margvelashvili.

I would like to express my deep respect for you and I wish peace and prosperity for the people of Lithuania.”

Lithuania first gained independence from the Russian Federation in 1918. Lithuania enjoyed some two decades of independence from 1918 to 1939 before again being occupied by Soviet forces. The State of Lithuania was formally reestablished in 1990, therefore today marked the 25^thanniversary of Lithuania’s restoration of independence.

Head of Georgian Government Irakli Garibashvili sent a congratulations letter to the Prime Minister of Lithuania Algirdas Butkevičius.

Lithuania is celebrating an important date today – its 25^thanniversary of the restoration of Lithuania’s independence.

Your achievements to build a strong, democratic and prosperous nation is remarkable. This was made possible through strong determination, which is an example for all other countries that follow your path,” Garibashvili said.

It was a privilege for me to welcome you to Georgia where we had an excellent opportunity to discuss further steps towards strengthening cooperation in a numerous of areas, including economic and trade relations. Your visit was an expression of support to Georgia's sovereignty and territorial integrity and Euro-Atlantic aspirations, as well,” he said.