During a working visit to Vilnius, the Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal discussed with the Speaker of the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen the strengthening of bilateral relations. The meeting took place on July 8 with the participation of the First Deputy Chairperson of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk.

Denys Shmyhal stressed that Lithuania is one of the most consistent partners and advocate of Ukraine in the international arena. He commended the strong support by the Republic of Lithuania for Ukraine in the implementation of reforms and the development of infrastructure affected by Russian aggression.

"The holding of the Fourth Ukraine Reform Conference in Vilnius is a sign of high-level dialogue and strong cooperation. We are grateful for the organization and successful holding of the Conference. Lithuania's contribution to the implementation of reforms in Ukraine is significant and extremely valuable for the progressive development of our country and successful integration into the EU and NATO," said the Prime Minister.

The Prime Minister also expressed gratitude for Lithuania's consistent stance on Nord Stream-2, non-recognition of the annexation of Crimea and for its unwavering support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.