Barack Obama

President of the Republic of Lithuania Valdas Adamkus congratulates the US President-Elect Barack Obama.

“On behalf of myself and the people of Lithuania, I would like to extend most sincere congratulations to you on winning the United States presidential election and capturing the support of its people,” writes Lithuania's President in the letter of congratulations.

President Adamkus notes B. Obama's victory is significant for the whole of the world that needs strong American leadership to counter the threats of the 21st century. According to the President, transatlantic partnership occupies a very important place in this fight. 

“I believe that together with the new U.S. administration we will renew and strengthen this partnership where the agendas for advanced energy security and for support to Eastern European democracies play major role,” President Adamkus underlines.

The Head of State writes he believes Lithuania and the entire region will receive sufficient attention from the United States because the US's active engagement in the region has great positive value.

“This was demonstrated by the strong stand taken by the U.S. Government, you personally and your election team in the face of Russia's aggression against Georgia,” the President's letter reads further.

In the letter, President Adamkus recalls the close focus and consideration given by previous U.S. Democratic administrations to the Baltic States, as expressed in the US-Baltic Charter of Partnership, and expresses hope that in the near future a new US-Baltic future action plan will be developed to further enhance bilateral relations, security and stability in the region.

“The lasting and strong friendship between Lithuania and the United States of America, mutual support and the protection of common values have always been and will remain an integral part of the relationship between our two countries and their people. I wish you every success in discharging the important, responsible, and challenging duties of your position,” the President writes.