Economy and Innovation Minister Edvinas Grikšas has issued a warning regarding attempts by certain Russian business interests to re-establish a presence in the Lithuanian market. He stated that such efforts, whether conducted under different names or through intermediaries, constitute attempts to circumvent existing European Union sanctions. Grikšas affirmed that Lithuania intends to take a firm stance against such activities, emphasizing that there will be no tolerance for bypassing established sanctions frameworks.
The Minister stressed that the nation is committed to defending our market, safeguarding the employment sector, and protecting national security interests. He indicated that every potential instance of sanctions evasion will be examined and addressed according to established principles. This warning builds upon previous regulatory actions.
For context, the European Union previously enacted sanctions measures; specifically, on July 23, 2014, the EU announced the 21st package of sanctions, which imposed restrictions on 168 additional subjects and 48 individuals, including those associated with the Lithuanian-operated trading network known as “Mere.” The statement underscores a continued policy commitment to upholding international regulatory compliance and maintaining the integrity of the national economy against external pressures.
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