Ireland in Lithuania
Ireland and Lithuania are small countries on opposite sides of Europe, however the two countries have much in common.
Democratic values, a respect for nature, and a history spent fighting for independence are all shared by both countries.
In conversation: Rory Musgrave
Irish opera singer Rory Musgrave discusses working in Ireland
A Strategy for the Nordic Baltic Region
Building on the strong foundations of our relationship with our Nordic-Baltic neighbours
A-U of Ireland
We’ve selected one word for each letter illustrating something emblematic of Ireland
In September 1935, Lithuanian aviator Feliksas Vaitkus became the sixth pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic. Battered by stormy weather, he was guided by radio broadcasts from Dublin, until he could make an emergency landing in a field just outside Ballinrobe, County Mayo.
Vaitkus’ flight is a fascinating early episode in the story of the warm relationship between Ireland and Lithuania. Had Vaitkus made his landing today, he would be one of over 30,000 Lithuanians in Ireland who are now contributing to that story, as too are the Irish community in Lithuania.
Economic ties
Baltic amber has been found in Viking artefacts in Ireland dating from the 10th century, in an early expression of the healthy and fruitful trade relationship between Ireland and Lithuania. Trade between Irish and Lithuanian businesses is today worth over €690 million, particularly as both countries look towards more innovative and sustainable methods of conducting business.
As well as goods and services, Irish and Lithuanian culture also crosses the continent, as music, dance, art, and literature are all shared in performances, publications, and exhibitions across both countries.
Embassy of Ireland, Lithuania
The Embassy works to promote and protect Irish interests in Lithuania, strengthen political and economic relationships, support the Irish community and promote cultural ties and the Irish arts.
Our partners
The Embassy works closely with Irish State Agencies covering Lithuania and at home, to promote trade, tourism and inward investment.
Enterprise Ireland
Enterprise Ireland is the government organisation responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in world markets.
Bord Bia
The role of Bord Bia, the Irish Food Board, is to act as a link between Irish food, drink and horticulture suppliers, and existing and potential customers throughout the world.
Tourism Ireland
Marketing the island of Ireland overseas as a holiday and business tourism destination.
IDA Ireland
Promoting foreign direct investment into Ireland through a wide range of services.
Science Foundation Ireland
Funding oriented basic and applied research in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.