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In his congratulatory statement, President Gitanas Nausėda affirms that March 11 became the roots on which Lithuania could build a free life.
“And today we are still Lithuania on March 11, a country of strong, patient and responsible people. Let us be inspired by the examples of unity and concentration of the recent past!” G. Nausėda wrote on Facebook on Thursday.
In her congratulatory message, Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė emphasizes that she has been living in a pandemic for a year, “the day will soon come when we will be able to look at this moment not only with regret, but also with a unique experience, greater maturity and courage to accept. challenges “.
“Thirty-one years ago we were very focused, it also inspired the signatories of the Act of Independence, helped to withstand the economic blockade and difficult challenges. That approach, without falling into the empty disputes that are imposed on us, is very important today. It quickly depends on how quickly the pandemic will capitulate, ”said I. Šimonytė.
“We all miss a real spring that overcomes the tricks of winter, allows us to breathe deeply and enjoy the opportunities provided by a free state to choose our own path,” the prime minister said in a congratulatory message.
At the time, V. Čmilytė-Nielsen affirms that March 11 is a vital symbol that shows the aspiration of a strong nation to have and nurture its state.
“This year, when the distances between us have become longer, when we have to be careful and cannot fulfill our holidays together, the example and experience of March 11 is more inspiring than ever,” said the president of Seimas.
According to her, Lithuania is affirmed by all the people of the country, which is why the head of parliament urged not to be afraid to dream.
“Let us not forget that the dreams and goals of each of us form the vision of Lithuania and create its future. So let’s dream of bravery and ambition, “said V. Čmilytė-Nielsen.
Lithuania marks the 31st anniversary of the restoration of independence on Thursday, but due to the epidemiological situation, some traditional official events have been abandoned.
Former President Dalia Grybauskaitė also congratulated Lithuania on the celebration.
“The light and the truth follow us! On the Lithuanian Independence Restoration Day, March 11! ”He wrote on Facebook.
