Japanese business delegation visits Lithuania to discuss joint projects

A significant Japanese business delegation visited Lithuania's Ministry of Economy and Innovation, signaling a deepening of economic ties between the two nations. The primary objective of the visit was to explore opportunities for joint projects, investments, and research collaborations.

The discussions spanned several key sectors, including high technologies, defense, advanced manufacturing, and space technologies. Lithuania expressed its ambition to serve as a strategic partner for Japanese companies seeking to establish or expand their presence in the European market. This initiative is part of Lithuania's broader strategy to drive technological advancement and bolster its supply chains.

Notable participants in the delegation included representatives from major Japanese corporations such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Mitsubishi Electric, Toshiba, and Kawasaki Heavy Industries. The delegation also featured a representative from ATLA, an agency affiliated with Japan's Ministry of Defense, highlighting the focus on defense and security-related technologies. Discussions also touched upon cybersecurity, specifically protection against attacks on computer systems.

Economic relations between Lithuania and Japan have shown consistent growth. In 2025, Lithuanian exports to Japan reached 103 million euros, with total trade in goods amounting to approximately 173 million euros. Currently, 222 Lithuanian companies export to Japan. Japan is the fourth-largest export market for Lithuanian lasers, with prominent Lithuanian tech firms like Teltonika, Nord Security, Hostinger, Light Conversion, Surfshark, Super Garden, and Widerfi either already operating in Japan or actively developing partnerships there.