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Our weekly selection of the TOP news about Lithuania (23-06-15)

We invite you to check out our weekly selection of the TOP news about Lithuania:

Remains of Great Synagogue of Vilnius declared protected heritage in Lithuania (LRT)

The complex of the remains of the Great Synagogue and the mikveh (ritual pools) building in Vilnius, as well as the complex of houses on Basanavičus Street where the first Lithuanian gymnasium in Vilnius was established, have been declared objects of cultural heritage protected by the state.

Bank of Lithuania to increase green investment and publishes its first climate-related report on foreign reserve assets (Lietuvos Bankas)

The Bank of Lithuania published its first report on climate-related disclosures of the Bank of Lithuania’s non-monetary policy portfolios. Over the last two years, there has been a clear improvement in climate-related indicators of investments in public sector bonds, which account for the largest share of foreign reserve assets. In addition, the first interim climate-related targets for equity investments have been set.

The Lithuanian automotive industry created more than 2000 new jobs in 2022 (Invest Lithuania)

Key players Continental Automotive Lithuania and HELLA Lithuania have contributed greatly through their expansion plans.

Best Young European Psychotraumatologist Award 2023 goes to a Lithuanian scientist (Lithuania.lt)

Every two years, the European Society of Traumatic Stress Studies (ESTSS) presents awards to researchers who have made a significant contribution to the development of psychotraumatology in Europe. The 2023 Young Minds in Psychotraumatology Award was awarded to Dr. Paulina Želvienė, a psychologist-psychotherapist and associate professor at Vilnius University.

Lithuania's IMD world talent rating has reached an all-time high, climbing three positions to 26th place (Invest Lithuania)

The country's efforts to create a brighter future and foster a more business-friendly environment are paying off. This latest increase highlights improved living conditions and the development of a highly skilled workforce.

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