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EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES
TODAYS ISSUES: The European Commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to Lithuania as part of the resolution says. "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability see page 2
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The European Commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to Lithuania as part of the resolution says. Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION HAS SUGGESTED MOVING 207 REFUGEES TO LITHUANIA AS PART OF THE RESOLUTION OF THE MIGRANT CRISIS IN THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA, THE COMMISSION REPRESENTATION IN LITHUANIA SAYS. "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder
1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contrib-
"It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated see page 3
ute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in see page 4
EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
"It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate.
Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden see page 5
Photo: Dalia Grybauskaite
The European Commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to Lithuania as part of the resolution says. "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability see page 7
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May 2015
EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution of the migrant crisis in the mediterranean sea, the european commission representation in lithuania says. The Lithuanian prime minister said the visit would strengthen bilateral political and economic relations between the two countries and provide new opportunities for cooperation. According to Butkevičius, in recent years Lithuania and Kazakhstan have found many common interests, especially in the areas of transport, trade relations and education. However this is just a small share of the available potential which must fully used. The prime minister emphasised that Kazakhstan is Lithuania's primary partner in Central Asia. Furthermore, the importance of Kazakh-Lithuanian Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was highlighted. It was noted that the commission was operating increasingly better and its role in bilateral economic cooperation has grown. Matters of education, transport, logistics and goods transit were discussed as well. It was emphasised that more active formal and business relations provide a positive
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution stimulus for new initiatives in the area of transport and develop potential for bilateral trade volume growth. The prime ministers agreed that the two countries share good political relations, and the visit will boost their economic relations and promote investment as well as create new opportunities for cooperation, the press service of the Lithuanian Government said. "I hope that the visit of our governmental delegation will serve as an additional stimulus in important areas such as logistics, education, science, culture and tourism," said Lithuania's Butkevičius and expressed delight about the large number of business representatives in the
EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309).
Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16
delegation as well as the two business forums that will be held during the visit in Astana and Almaty. Considerable attention was given to the issues of education, transport, logistics and freight transit. It was also noted that the growing official and business ties provide a positive stimulus for new initiatives in the field of transport, and contribute to the potential volumes of the bilateral trade. In addition, Butkevičius said that transit of goods to Kazakhstan via Russia was a concern because many times Russian veterinary services withheld or returned transit cargoes back to Lithuania. The head of Government proposed to exert joint efforts and raise the issue on every level -
percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern
the European Union (EU), the Customs Union and bilateral Kazakh-Russian channels. The Lithuanian prime minister spoke for strengthening ties between Kazakhstan and the EU. Butkevičius hoped that EU-Kazakhstan partnership and cooperation agreement would be signed and enter into effect soon. "Freight transit to Kazakhstan via the territory of the Russian Federation currently raises concerns. On numerous occasions, the Russian Federation veterinary officers withheld or returned Lithuanian transit freight destined to the Republic of Kazakhstan. We believe that it would be appropriate to make a concerted effort to raise the issue at all levels of the European Union, the Customs Union, Kazakhstan and at the level of bilateral relations between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Kazakhstan," said the Lithuanian head of Government. During the meeting officials noted that this year bears significance for both countries: on the 11th of March Lithuania celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Restoration of Independence, while Kazakhstan celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Constitution, the 550th anniversary of Kazakhstan's statehood and the 20th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan this year. Both parties exchanged congratulations on the occasions. Butkevičius greeted Kazakhstan on winning the right to host the international exhibition EXPO-2017 and noted Lithuania's readiness to participate in it. The Lithuanian prime minister invited the Kazakh counterpart to visit Lithuania at the time of his convenience. Prime Minister Massimov thanked for the invielight about the tangible results brought by the bilateral the .
European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June.
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the counPhoto: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
EU MEMBER STATES HAVE SO FAR ACCEPTED REFUGEES VOLUNTARILY AND THEIR APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN EXAMINE IN THE. Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
"It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a
"relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt
out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications
have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated
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May 2015
EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220
displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe.
EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications
have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements.
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contrib-
ute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES The Lithuanian prime minister said the visit would strengthen bilateral political and economic relations between the two countries and provide new opportunities for cooperation. According to Butkevičius, in recent years Lithuania and Kazakhstan have found many common interests, especially in the areas of transport, trade relations and education. However this is just a small share of the available potential which must fully used. The prime minister emphasised that Kazakhstan is Lithuania's primary partner in Central Asia. Furthermore, the importance of Kazakh-Lithuanian Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was highlighted. It was noted that the commission was operating increasingly better and its role in bilateral economic cooperation has grown. Matters of education, transport, logistics and goods transit were discussed as well. It was emphasised that more active formal and business relations provide a positive stimulus for new initiatives in the area of transport and develop potential for bilateral trade volume growth. The prime ministers agreed that the two countries share good political relations, and the visit will boost their economic relations and promote investment as well as create new opportunities for cooperation, the press service of the Lithuanian Government said. "I hope that the visit of our governmental delegation will serve as an additional stimulus in important areas such as logistics, education, science, culture and tourism," said Lithuania's Butkevičius and expressed delight about the large number of business representatives in the delegation as well as the two business
forums that will be held during the visit in Astana and Almaty. Considerable attention was given to the issues of education, transport, logistics and freight transit. It was also noted that the growing official and business ties provide a positive stimulus for new initiatives in the field of transport, and contribute to the potential volumes of the bilateral trade. In addition, Butkevičius said that transit of goods to Kazakhstan via Russia was a concern because many times Russian veterinary services withheld or returned
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution transit cargoes back to Lithuania. The head of Government proposed to exert joint efforts and raise the issue on every level the European Union (EU), the Customs Union and bilateral Kazakh-Russian channels. The Lithuanian prime minister spoke for strengthening ties between Kazakhstan and the EU. Butkevičius hoped
EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement
that EU-Kazakhstan partnership and cooperation agreement would be signed and enter into effect soon. "Freight transit to Kazakhstan via the territory of the Russian Federation currently raises concerns. On numerous occasions, the Russian Federation veterinary officers withheld or returned Lithuanian transit freight destined to the Republic of Kazakhstan. We believe that it would be appropriate to make a concerted effort to raise the issue at all levels of the European Union, the Customs Union, Kazakhstan and at the level
will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa.
of bilateral relations between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Kazakhstan," said the Lithuanian head of Government. During the meeting officials noted that this year bears significance for both countries: on the 11th of March Lithuania celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Restoration of
Independence, while Kazakhstan celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Constitution, the 550th anniversary of Kazakhstan's statehood and the 20th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan this year. Both parties exchanged congratulations on the occasions. Butkevičius greeted Kazakhstan on winning the right to host the international exhibition EXPO-2017 and noted Lithuania's readiness to participate in it. The Lithuanian prime minister invited the Kazakh counterpart to visit Lithuania at the time of his convenience. Prime Minister Massimov thanked for the invitation and expressed delight about the tangible results brought by the bilateral cooperation, particularly in the . The Lithuanian prime minister said the visit would strengthen bilateral political and economic relations between the two countries and provide new opportunities for cooperation. According to Butkevičius, in recent years Lithuania and Kazakhstan have found many common interests, especially in the areas of transport, trade relations and education. However this is just a small share of the available potential which must fully used. The prime minister emphasised that Kazakhstan is Lithuania's primary partner in Central Asia. Furthermore, the importance of Kazakh-Lithuanian Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was highlighted. It was noted that the commission was operating increasingly better and its role in bilateral economic cooperation has grown. Matters of education, transport, logistics and goods transit were discussed as well. It was emphasised that more active formal and
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION HAS SUGGESTED MOVING 207 REFUGEES TO LITHUANIA AS PART OF THE RESOLUTION
"It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the
Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution of the migrant crisis in the Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
"It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally
available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa.
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
TENSIONS ARE ALSO RISING BECAUSE OF THE FACT THAT THE UK, IRELAND AND DENMARK The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution of the migrant crisis in the
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
"It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and
unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications
have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June.
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES Some 81 percent of Lithuanian residents feel a growing risk of being targeted by electronic crimes, shows an Eurobarometer survey published on Wednesday. Over the past year, the number of persons fearing cybercrimes went down by 6 percentage points. The European Union (EU) average stands at 85 percent. Just like in other EU countries, nearly nine in ten Lithuanian residents said they avoided publishing personal information online, seven in ten fear about security of their personal data on websites. Another seven in ten respondents said they thought their personal information was not protected by government institutions. According to the survey, Lithuanians are more than other Europeans alarmed by loss of access to online banking systems or bank cards, theft of their personal data, non-delivery of items from online shops. More than other Europeans, Lithuanian respondents also fear hacking of their social media or email accounts. Furthermore, Lithuanian citizens feel they have more information about cybercrimes, leading the region by this indicator: 57 percent of Lithuanian respondents said they
were aware of electronic crimes, as compared with 44 percent in Latvia, 47 percent in Estonia and 45 percent in Poland. The EU’s best informed nations include the United Kingdom, Ireland and Nordic countries. The poll showed that just over a half of Lithuanian residents use the Internet on a daily basis, putting Lithuania slightly below the EU average (60 pct). The survey was carried out on Oct. 11-20 last year. Some 1,013 adult residents were interviewed in Lithuania. Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
Some 81 percent of Lithuanian residents feel a growing risk of being targeted by electronic crimes, shows an Eurobarometer survey published on Wednesday. Over the past year, the number of persons fearing cybercrimes went down by 6 percentage points. The European Union (EU) average stands at 85 percent. Just like in other EU countries, nearly nine in ten Lithuanian residents said they avoided publishing personal information online, seven in ten fear about security of their personal data on websites. Another seven in ten respondents said they thought
their personal information was not protected by government institutions. According to the survey, Lithuanians are more than other Europeans alarmed by loss of access to online banking systems or bank cards, theft of their personal data, non-delivery of items from online shops. More than other Europeans, Lithuanian respondents also fear hacking of their social media or email accounts. Furthermore, Lithuanian citizens feel they have more information about cybercrimes, leading the region by this indicator: 57
percent of Lithuanian respondents said they were aware of electronic crimes, as compared with 44 percent in Latvia, 47 percent in Estonia and 45 percent in Poland. The EU’s best informed nations include the United Kingdom, Ireland and Nordic countries. The poll showed that just over a half of Lithuanian residents use the Internet on a daily basis, putting Lithuania slightly below the EU average (60 pct). The survey was carried out on Oct. 11-20 last year. Some 1,013 adult residents were
TENSIONS ARE ALSO RISING BECAUSE OF THE FACT THAT THE UK, IRELAND AND DENMARK Wizz Air continues its substantial investment in Malmö Airport and Sweden’s southern province of Scania. In April 24, the carrier launched a new route from Malmö Airport to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The destination will be served two days a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Vilnius is beautifully situated on the banks of the river Neris. The oldest parts of the city, which is included on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, usually charm visitors with their medieval houses and opulent churches. The Old Town also offers a variety of restaurants, cafés and charming shops. “We welcome Wizz Air’s new route to Vilnius from Malmö Airport and the Swedish province of Scania. Travel between the two countries will increase, and I think many people from this part of Sweden will take the opportunity to discover Lithuania as a tourist destination as early as this spring and summer,” says Peter Weinhandl, airport director at Malmö Airport. “The news that Wizz Air will begin flying the Vilnius–Malmö route comes as a happy surprise,” says Eitvydas Bajarunas, Lithuania’s ambassador in Stockholm. “We need more links between our countries. Now it will be easier for tourists and business travellers to get between Scania
minutes, with the plane arriving around 10.30 p.m. local time. Wizz Air continues its substantial investment in Malmö Airport and Sweden’s southern province of Scania. In April 24, the carrier launched a new route from Malmö Airport to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The destination will be served two days a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Vilnius is beautifully situated on the banks of the river Neris. The oldest parts of the city, which is included on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, usually charm visitors with their medieval houses and opulent churches. The Old Town also offers a variety of restaurants, cafés and charming shops.
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution of the migrant crisis in the and Lithuania in order to discover the nature, culture and history of each country. Scania is home to many people from Lithuania, and I would like to thank Wizz Air, which is offering this opportunity of non-stop service.”
The route will be flown by an Airbus A320 with seating for 180 passengers. The plan departs from Malmö Airport for Vilnius Mondays and Fridays at 8.05 p.m. Flying time is estimated at one hour and 30
“We welcome Wizz Air’s new route to Vilnius from Malmö Airport and the Swedish province of Scania. Travel between the two countries will increase, and I think many people from this part of Sweden will take the opportunity to discover Lithuania as a tourist destination as early as this spring and summer,” says Peter Weinhandl, airport director at Malmö Airport. “The news that Wizz Air will begin flying the Vilnius–Malmö route comes as a happy surprise,” says Eitvydas Bajarunas, Lithuania’s ambassador in Stockholm. “We need more links between our countries. Now it will be easier for tourists and
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution of the migrant crisis in the "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number
among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43
TENSIONS ARE ALSO RISING BECAUSE OF THE FACT THAT THE UK, IRELAND AND DENMARK
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted
refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact
The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution of the migrant crisis in the "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to.
Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees coming from Africa. Tensions are also rising because of the fact that the UK, Ireland and Denmark can opt out of the scheme under prior agreements. EU leader are set to discuss the Brussels proposal in June. contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and 2016. EU member states have so far accepted refugees voluntarily and their applications have been examine in the countries they have come to. Brussels suggests creating in the future a "relocation mechanism" under which Lithuania would have to process 1.16 percent of asylum applications received in Europe. The Commission proposal is aimed at reducing the existing burden for southern European countries in dealing with refugees
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES Some 81 percent of Lithuanian residents feel a growing risk of being targeted by electronic crimes, shows an Eurobarometer survey published on Wednesday. Over the past year, the number of persons fearing cybercrimes went down by 6 percentage points. The European Union (EU) average stands at 85 percent. Just like in other EU countries, nearly nine in ten Lithuanian residents said they avoided publishing personal information online, seven in ten fear about security of their personal data on websites. Another seven in ten respondents said they thought their personal information was not protected by government institutions. According to the survey, Lithuanians are more than other Europeans alarmed by loss of access to online banking systems or bank cards, theft of their personal data, non-delivery of items from online shops. More than other Europeans, Lithuanian respondents also fear hacking of their social media or email accounts. Furthermore, Lithuanian citizens feel they have more information about cybercrimes, leading the region by this indicator: 57 percent of Lithuanian respondents said they
were aware of electronic crimes, as compared with 44 percent in Latvia, 47 percent in Estonia and 45 percent in Poland. The EU’s best informed nations include the United Kingdom, Ireland and Nordic countries. The poll showed that just over a half of Lithuanian residents use the Internet on a daily basis, putting Lithuania slightly below the EU average (60 pct). The survey was carried out on Oct. 11-20 last year. Some 1,013 adult residents were interviewed in Lithuania. Some 81 percent of Lithuanian residents feel a growing risk of being targeted by electronic crimes, shows an Eurobarometer survey published on Wednesday. Over the past year, the number of persons fearing cybercrimes went down by 6 percentage points. The European Union (EU) average stands at 85 percent. Just like in other EU countries, nearly nine in ten Lithuanian residents said they avoided publishing personal information online, seven in ten fear about security of their personal data on websites. Another seven in ten respondents said they thought Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
TENSIONS ARE ALSO RISING BECAUSE OF THE FACT THAT THE UK, IRELAND AND DENMARK The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution of the migrant crisis in the mediterranean sea, the european commission representation in lithuania Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
Wizz Air continues its substantial investment in Malmö Airport and Sweden’s southern province of Scania. In April 24, the carrier launched a new route from Malmö Airport to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The destination will be served two days a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Vilnius is beautifully situated on the banks of the river Neris. The oldest parts of the city, which is included on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, usually charm visitors with their
medieval houses and opulent churches. The Old Town also offers a variety of restaurants, cafés and charming shops. “We welcome Wizz Air’s new route to Vilnius from Malmö Airport and the Swedish province of Scania. Travel between the two countries will increase, and I think many people from this part of Sweden will take the opportunity to discover Lithuania as a tourist destination as early as this spring
and summer,” says Peter Weinhandl, airport director at Malmö Airport. “The news that Wizz Air will begin flying the Vilnius–Malmö route comes as a happy surprise,” says Eitvydas Bajarunas, Lithuania’s ambassador in Stockholm. “We need more links between our countries. Now it will be easier for tourists and business travellers to get between Scania and Lithuania in order to discover the nature, culture and history of each country. Scania is home to many people from
Lithuania, and I would like to thank Wizz Air, which is offering this opportunity of non-stop service.” The route will be flown by an Airbus A320 with seating for 180 passengers. The plan departs from Malmö Airport for Vilnius Mondays and Fridays at 8.05 p.m. Flying time is estimated at one hour and 30 minutes, with the plane arriving around 10.30 p.m. local time. Wizz Air continues its substantial investment in Malmö Airport and Sweden’s southern province of Scania. In April 24, the carrier launched a new route from Malmö Airport to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. The destination will be served two days a week, on Mondays and Fridays. Vilnius is beautifully situated on the banks of the river Neris. The oldest parts of the city, which is included on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites, usually charm visitors with their medieval houses and opulent churches. The Old Town also offers a variety of restaurants, cafés and charming shops. “We welcome Wizz Air’s new route to Vilnius from Malmö Airport and the Swedish province of Scania. Travel between the two countries will increase, and I think many people from this part of Sweden will take the opportunity to discover Lithuania as a tourist destination as early as this spring
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CONSIDERABLE ATTENTION WAS GIVEN TO THE ISSUES OF EDUCATION, TRANSPORT, LOGISTICS AND FREIGHT TRANSIT. IT WAS ALSO NOTED THAT THE GROWING OFFICIAL AND BUSINESS TIES PROVIDE A POSITIVE STIMULUS FOR NEW INITIATIVES IN THE FIELD OF TRANS-
Photo: Rytis Gasparavičius “European parlament meeting”
The Lithuanian prime minister said the visit would strengthen bilateral political and economic relations between the two countries and provide new opportunities for cooperation. According to Butkevičius, in recent years Lithuania and Kazakhstan have found many common interests, especially in the areas of transport, trade relations and education. However this is just a small share of the available potential which must fully used. The prime minister emphasised that Kazakhstan is Lithuania's primary partner in Central Asia. Furthermore, the importance of Kazakh-Lithuanian Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation was highlighted. It was noted
EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT 207 REFUGEES "It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number
that the commission was operating increasingly better and its role in bilateral economic cooperation has grown. Matters of education, transport, logistics and goods transit were discussed as well. It was emphasised that more active formal and business relations provide a positive stimulus for new initiatives in the area of transport and develop potential for bilateral trade volume growth. The prime ministers agreed that the two countries share good political relations, and the visit will boost their economic relations and promote investment as well as create new opportunities for cooperation, the press service of the Lithuanian Government said. "I hope that the visit of our governmental delegation will serve as an additional stimulus in important areas such as logistics, education, science, culture and tourism," said Lithuania's Butkevičius and expressed delight about the large number of business representatives in the delegation as well as the two business forums that will be held during the visit in Astana and Almaty. Considerable attention was given to the issues of education, transport, logistics and freight transit. It was also noted that the growing official and business ties provide a
EUROPEAN COMMISSION SUGGESTS THAT LITHUANIA ACCEPT among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207. Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or
The european commission has suggested moving 207 refugees to lithuania as part of the resolution positive stimulus for new initiatives in the field of transport, and contribute to the potential volumes of the bilateral trade. In addition, Butkevičius said that transit of goods to Kazakhstan via Russia was a concern because many times Russian veterinary services withheld or returned transit cargoes back to Lithuania. The head of Government proposed to exert joint efforts and raise the issue on every level the European Union (EU), the Customs Union and bilateral Kazakh-Russian channels. The Lithuanian prime minister spoke for strengthening ties between Kazakhstan and the EU. Butkevičius hoped that EU-Kazakhstan partnership and cooperation agreement would be signed and enter into effect soon. "Freight transit to Kazakhstan via the territory of the Russian Federation currently raises concerns. On numerous occasions, the Russian Federation veterinary officers withheld or returned Lithuanian transit freight destined to the Republic of Kazakhstan. We believe that it would be appropri-
ate to make a concerted effort to raise the issue at all levels of the European Union, the Customs Union, Kazakhstan and at the level of bilateral relations between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Kazakhstan," said the Lithuanian head of Government. During the meeting officials noted that this year bears significance for both countries: on the 11th of March Lithuania celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Restoration of Independence, while Kazakhstan celebrates the 20th anniversary of its Constitution, the 550th anniversary of Kazakhstan's statehood and the 20th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan this year. Both parties exchanged congratulations on the occasions. Butkevičius greeted Kazakhstan on winning the right to host the international exhibition EXPO-2017 and noted Lithuania's readiness to participate in it. The Lithuanian prime minister invited the Kazakh counterpart to visit Lithuania at the time of his
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"It is suggested that Lithuania should accept 207 displaced persons," the Representation said in a statement. The proposed scheme envisages relocating 20,000 displaced persons in the European Union each year, distributing the number among member states based on their ability to integrate the newcomers as calculated using factors like population, GDP and unemployment rate. Lithuania would be expected to shoulder 1.03 percent of the refugees, or 207.
Most would be resettled in Germany (15.43 percent or 3,086), France (11.87 percent or 2,375) and the United Kingdom (11.54 percent or 2,309). Latvia would be expected to accept 220 displaced persons, Estonia 326 and Poland 962. The priority regions for resettlement will include North Africa and the Middle East. The European Commission would contribute to the scheme by making additionally available a total of 50m euros for 2015 and
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