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Lithuanian PM to step down, Sinkevičius to lead new government News 2026.06.16 09:56 Lithuanian PM to step down, Sinkevičius to lead new government updated 10:14 B BNS 2026.06.16 09:56 Mindaugas Sinkevičius | J. Stacevičius / LRT Social Democratic leader Mindaugas Sinkevičius announced on Tuesday his decision to lead a new government being formed after a ruling coalition was established. "I wish to inform you that I confirm my determination to take responsibility for the formation of the new government and to serve as prime minister," Sinkevičius said on social media, adding that the country needed unity. He will replace Inga Ruginienė, who has led the government since last autumn after Gintautas Paluckas' resignation amid a graft probe. ​ Sinkevičius was elected chairman of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party in May. He said the government will primarily focus on reducing the burden of rising prices and living costs, addressing social inequality and poverty, fostering economic growth, improving job quality and ensuring healthcare accessibility. In the announcement, Sinkevicius also stressed the need to strengthen defence and said the country’s foreign policy “must be active, c…

Lithuanian parliament elects new prime minister Lithuanianparliament on Tuesday approved the newly formed ruling coalition's candidate for the position of prime minister, broadcaster LRT reported. The parliament approved the candidacy of Social Democrat Inga Ruginiene for the position of prime minister after Lithuania's ruling Social Democrats (LSDP) struck a deal on Monday to form a new coalition government with two partners. Formally, Ruginiene will become prime minister when the President Gitanas Nauseda issues a decree and she is sworn in the parliament. LSDP signed the agreement on forming the new coalition government with the Nemunas Dawn political party and the Lithuanian Farmers, Green and Christian Families Union parliamentary group. The new ruling coalition will hold 82 of 141 parliamentary seats, with the Social Democrats retaining the largest share with 52 members. Within the agreement, the coalition vowed to prioritize protecting the population from external threats, ensuring adequate defense funding, promoting domestic business and improving conditions for families while pledging to raise excise duties on tobacco, alcohol and electronic cigarettes and related pr…

Sinkevičius says he will be Lithuania's new PM after reshuffle By Giedre Peseckyte Published on 16/06/2026 - 14:44 GMT+2 • Updated 15:55 Share Comments Add Euronews on Google Share Facebook Twitter Flipboard Send Reddit Linkedin Messenger Telegram VK Bluesky Threads Whatsapp The three-party coalition must still sign an agreement formalising the new alliance, expected to take place on 18 June, which will then be approved by the country's president. Mindaugas Sinkevičius is set to lead the Lithuanian government following a reshuffle triggered by the removal of the populist Dawn of Nemunas party from the ruling coalition. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Social Democrat leader Sinkevičius will lead Lithuania's government, as the Social Democrats move to exclude the populist Dawn of Nemunas from the governing coalition, while the Democratic Union “For Lithuania” is set to rejoin the alliance after more than eight months in opposition. “I confirm my commitment to take responsibility for forming the new Government and to serve as Prime Minister,” Sinkevičius said in a Facebook post on 16 June, adding that he was acting “with full awareness of the expectations of the people.” Sinkevičius – a …

Lithuania set to appoint new prime minister, ruling party says Published byGlobal Banking & Finance Review Posted on June 16, 2026 · Last updated: June 16, 2026 VILNIUS, June 16 (Reuters) - Lithuania's ruling Social Democrat party said on Tuesday that its chair Mindaugas Sinkevicius plans to become prime minister, replacing Inga Ruginiene of the same party who held the position since last year. "Mindaugas Sinkevicius is ready to assume full responsibility for the formation of the new Government and serve as Prime Minister", Lithuania's Social Democrat Party said in a Facebook social post on Tuesday. The Social Democrat party earlier this month voted to remove the populist Nemunas Dawn, whose leader was sentenced for antisemitism, ​from the coalition government. (Reporting by Andrius Sytas, writing by Louise Rasmussen, editing by Terje Solsvik) Explore more articles in theFinancecategory

Lithuania's prime minister to be replaced by head of ruling party The leader of Lithuania’s ruling Social Democratic Party, Mindaugas Sinkevičius, announced Tuesday that he would step in to replace current Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė and take over as head of the country’s government. “I confirm my commitment to take responsibility for forming the new government and to serve as prime minister,” wrote the 41 year-old in a Facebook post. Sinkevičius’ statement comes amid a major reconfiguration of Lithuania’s coalition government. Earlier this month, the ruling Social Democrats moved to exclude the populist Dawn of Nemunas party — a group chaired by Remigijus Žemaitaitis, who was found guilty of antisemitic hate crimes last December. Together with the Lithuanian Farmers and Greens Union, the Social Democrats are on track to form a new coalition with the Union of Democrats “For Lithuania” party. The three groups are expected to sign a governing agreement and unveil a new cabinet on Thursday. Sinkevičius on Tuesday told reporters that outgoing Prime Minister Ruginienė would remain an “important member of the team.” The new coalition is being formed at a moment when the country is on …

Lithuanian president appoints Social Democratic Party leader Sinkevicius as prime minister The newly appointed prime minister must present to parliament the composition of his cabinet and the government's program

Lithuania set to appoint new prime minister, ruling party says Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:43 AM Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Whatsapp VILNIUS, June 16 (Reuters) – Lithuania’s ruling Social Democrat party said on Tuesday that its chair Mindaugas Sinkevicius plans to become prime minister, replacing Inga Ruginiene of the same party who held the position since last year. “Mindaugas Sinkevicius is ready to assume full responsibility for the formation of the new Government and serve as Prime Minister”, Lithuania’s Social Democrat Party said in a Facebook social post on Tuesday. The Social Democrat party earlier this month voted to remove the populist Nemunas Dawn, whose leader was sentenced for antisemitism, ​from the coalition government. (Reporting by Andrius Sytas, writing by Louise Rasmussen, editing by Terje Solsvik) Brought to you by www.srnnews.com

Ruling LSDP leader Sinkevicius set to take over as Lithuania's prime ... Lithuania is preparing for another change of government after Social Democratic (LSDP) leader Mindaugas Sinkevicius confirmed he is ready to take over as prime minister under a newly negotiated coalition agreement, according to a Facebook post from the politician on June 16. The coalition reshuffle is expected to trigger changes within the cabinet. Under the proposed arrangement, the Democrats "For Lithuania" would assume responsibility for the energy, health and agriculture ministries, while the Social Democrats would take control of the environment portfolio, according to independent news agencyBNS. The Social Democrats, the coalition’s main party, expelled the radical right Dawn of River Neman from the coalition. The announcement follows weeks of political discussions after the collapse of the previous administration. Sinkevicius, elected chairman of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party in May, is expected to head a coalition bringing together the Social Democrats, the Farmers and Greens group, and the Democrats "For Lithuania". "I wish to inform you that I confirm my determination to take responsibi…

Leadership Shift in Lithuania: Sinkevicius Set to Lead as Prime Minister Leadership Shift in Lithuania: Sinkevicius Set to Lead as Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevicius is poised to become Lithuania's Prime Minister, taking over from Inga Ruginiene. The Social Democrat party announced this leadership change following their decision to oust the populist Nemunas Dawn from the coalition government due to their leader's antisemitism conviction. Devdiscourse News Desk | Lithuanias Ruling Social Democrat Party Said On Tuesday That Its Chair Mindaugas Sinkevicius Plans To Become Prime Minister | Updated: 16-06-2026 13:15 IST | Created: 16-06-2026 13:15 IST SHARE In a significant political development, Lithuania's ruling Social Democrat party announced that Mindaugas Sinkevicius is set to become the new Prime Minister. Sinkevicius will succeed Inga Ruginiene, who has served in the role since last year. The decision was made public via a Facebook post from the party on Tuesday. The leadership change follows the Social Democrat party's decision to remove the populist Nemunas Dawn from the coalition government, citing the antisemitism conviction of its leader. POST / READ COMMENTS

Lithuania set to appoint new Prime Minister, says ruling party ‘Mindaugas ​Sinkevicius ‌is ready to assume full responsibility for the formation of ‌the new ​Government,’ ⁠Lithuania’s Social Democrat Party said