21-12-2024

Minister of Justice of the Republic of Lithuania, Mr Rimantas Mockus, visits Ukraine with other members of the Government

Minister of Justice of the Republic of Lithuania, Mr Rimantas Mockus, visits Ukraine with other members of the Government

The Minister of Justice, Mr Rimantas Mockus, together with other members of the Government, is visiting Ukraine. The main goal of this visit is to express the strong commitment of the new 19th Government to fully support Ukraine as much as necessary in restoring stable and just peace in Europe.

During the visit to Ukraine, in meetings with Ukrainian government officials, R. Mockus emphasized that Ukraine, as a nation defending its sovereignty and democratic values, faces unprecedented challenges not only on the battlefield but also within its justice system.

"Having experienced totalitarian oppression ourselves, Lithuania is ready to support Ukraine's justice system in every possible way, strengthen cooperation, and accelerate accountability for those directly responsible for the aggression against Ukraine. Ukraine’s fight for freedom is the defense of European values – freedom, democracy, and human rights – and therefore the EU must become a beacon of hope and partnership with Ukraine," Mr Rimantas Mockus stressed.

According to the Minister, both legal and political decisions must not be delayed, as responsibility and political will for Ukraine's victory are needed today. Therefore, it is crucial to accelerate the efforts of the international community, mobilize partners, and provide comprehensive support to Ukraine.

Information gathered by Ukrainian non-governmental organizations reveals that one in five Ukrainians is either a victim or a witness of an international crime of aggression.

During the official visit of the 19th Government of the Republic of Lithuania to Ukraine, Minister of Justice Rimantas Mockus, along with other Government members, met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk, and Government members.

The 19th Government has committed in its program to support Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity, seek faster EU and NATO membership for Ukraine, and assist in the reconstruction of the war-torn country.

You can find all the photos from the visit here.