Juozas Olekas
Juozas Olekas is a prominent Lithuanian politician and member of the Social Democratic Party, currently serving as the First Deputy Speaker of the Seimas. Known for his extensive experience in Lithuanian politics, he has held various ministerial positions, including Minister of National Defence. Olekas plays a crucial role in shaping Lithuania's foreign policy and security strategies, particularly in the context of regional challenges posed by Russia. Recently, he led a delegation to Washington, D.C., to discuss security issues with U.S. Congress members, emphasizing the importance of strengthening Lithuania's ties with the United States amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | 5 | 6.60 | 0.49% | +10% | 2,722,289 | 14,536 | $54,000 | 288$ |
| Moldova | 5 | 7.60 | 0.84% | +0% | 4,033,963 | 34,013 | $12,000 | 101$ |
| Totals | 10 | 6,756,252 | 48,549 | $66,000 | 389$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Moldova:
Juozas Olekas is the president of the Seimas of Lithuania.
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Moldova:
Juozas Olekas is the President of the Seimas of Lithuania who joined the other Baltic leaders in supporting Moldova's EU aspirations.
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Moldova:
Juozas Olekas is the President of the Seimas of Lithuania.
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Moldova:
Juozas Olekas is the President of the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania.
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Moldova:
Juozas Olekas is the President of the Seimas of Lithuania who is visiting Moldova for the official meetings.
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Lithuania:
He is the Speaker of the Seimas of Lithuania attending the commemoration of the 1863-1864 uprising.
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Lithuania:
Seimo Pirmininkas Juozas Olekas expressed condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.
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Lithuania:
The opposition raises the question of Juozas Olekas's responsibility.
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Lithuania:
Juozas Olekas submitted Julius Sabatauskas' candidacy for the judgeship at the Constitutional Court.
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Lithuania:
Juozas Olekas was present at the memorial for the January 13 victims.
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