Mr. Sinkevičius is anticipated to communicate his decision to assume the role of head of government during an upcoming meeting of the LSDP Council. This meeting is expected to take place in the coming days.
While the party leader is expected to garner substantial support within the party ranks, confirmation of his leadership will still require a vote in the Seimas. The transition necessitates that the current Prime Minister, Inga Ruginienė, vacate her existing post. According to sources familiar with the matter, Ruginienė has expressed a desire to resume her previous role as the minister of social security and labour.
Notably, Sinkevičius had previously assured Ruginienė during a private discussion that he would support her professional aspirations. Adding to the context, Jūratė Zailskienė currently leads the ministry. It was reported that Sinkevičius had informed his inner circle of his intention to take the post of prime minister over a week ago.
His planned announcement at the LSDP Council meeting marks a significant step in the political maneuvering, setting the stage for a formal handover of executive authority within the ruling party structure. The ultimate confirmation of his leadership, however, remains contingent upon the legislative vote.
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Sinkevičius is anticipated to announce his decision to assume the role of head of government during an upcoming meeting of the LSDP Council. While the party leader is expected to garner substantial su