Lithuania’s government on Wednesday, February 25, approved an updated National Security Strategy that identifies Russia as an existential threat to the country and the broader Euro-Atlantic community. The document now goes to the Seimas for approval, LRT reported.
The strategy warns that by 2030 Russia may have the capabilities to launch a full-scale conventional war against NATO.
It also highlights threats posed by the intelligence services of hostile states, as well as the possibility of aggressive actions by Belarus toward its European neighbors.
The text points to challenges linked to rapid technological advances and digitalization, including risks stemming from vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.
Key priorities include strengthening the armed forces; bolstering collective security guarantees and Europe’s overall defense capabilities; developing a national threat assessment and early-warning system; deepening the integration of the Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union into the national defense architecture; and enhancing economic security. The strategy also calls for policies to encourage higher birthrates.
The previous version of the national security strategy was approved in 2021.
Lithuania also plans to produce weapons for Ukraine domestically.
