The Lithuanian parliament on Tuesday approved a new prime minister, marking a key step in the formation of the country’s ruling coalition.
Social Democrat Party (LSDP) candidate Inga Ruginiene was confirmed by parliament as prime minister. She will formally assume office once President Gitanas Nauseda issues a decree and she is sworn in.
The new coalition government comprises the LSDP, the Nemunas Dawn party, and the Lithuanian Farmers, Greens and Christian Families Union, holding 82 of the 141 seats in parliament. The Social Democrats remain the largest faction with 52 members.
The coalition’s agenda prioritises protecting the population from external threats, ensuring adequate defence funding, supporting domestic business, and improving conditions for families. It also plans to increase excise duties on tobacco, alcohol, and electronic cigarettes.
In addition, the government has pledged to implement measures to combat xenophobia and to provide strong support to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression and its path towards integration into the European Union and NATO.
The Lithuanian government collapsed after former Prime Minister and LSDP leader Gintautas Paluckas resigned on 31 July amid allegations concerning past business activities and ethical breaches.
The Lithuanian parliament on Tuesday approved a new prime minister, marking a key step in the formation of the country’s ruling coalition....
According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), an earthquake struck 50 km north-northwest of Derbent, Russia, at 00:33 local tim...
Africa has unveiled a continental emergency preparedness and response plan to tackle cholera from September 2025 to February 2026....
Following the announcement of the extension of the Canada-led NATO mission in Latvia, Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa said that cooperation withi...
According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), an earthquake struck 50 km north-northwest of Derbent, Russia, at 00:33 local time. The quake’s epicentre was at a depth of 11 km.
Africa has unveiled a continental emergency preparedness and response plan to tackle cholera from September 2025 to February 2026.
Following the announcement of the extension of the Canada-led NATO mission in Latvia, Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa said that cooperation within the Alliance had been elevated to a new level.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that Türkiye, Gulf states or European nations could host potential talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
A powerful eruption at Japan’s Shinmoedake volcano sent an ash plume more than 3,000 metres high on Sunday morning, prompting safety warnings from authorities.
According to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the Oaxaca region of Mexico on Saturday.
The UK is gearing up for Exercise Pegasus 2025, its largest pandemic readiness test since COVID-19. Running from September to November, this full-scale simulation will challenge the country's response to a fast-moving respiratory outbreak.
Kuwait says oil prices will likely stay below $72 per barrel as OPEC monitors global supply trends and U.S. policy signals. The remarks come during market uncertainty fueled by new U.S. tariffs on India and possible sanctions on Russia.
Afghanistan’s interim administration on Tuesday unveiled a five-year “Development Strategy” aimed at creating jobs and promoting balanced development.
Libya’s Presidency Council chief Mohamed al-Menfi met on Tuesday in Tripoli with U.S. chargé d’affaires Jeremy Berndt to discuss ways to accelerate the country’s political process and lay the groundwork for national elections.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he had removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook from her position, citing allegations of mortgage fraud.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on 26 August that U.S. colleges would face serious challenges without Chinese students.
Following the announcement of the extension of the Canada-led NATO mission in Latvia, Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa said that cooperation within the Alliance had been elevated to a new level.
You can download the AnewZ application from Play Store and the App Store.
What is your opinion on this topic?
Leave the first comment