K. Vaitiekūnas

K. Vaitiekūnas

politician Lithuania

K. Vaitiekūnas is the newly appointed finance minister of Lithuania, who previously served as the deputy minister under Rimantas Šadžius. His recent appointment came as a surprise to him, and he expressed gratitude for the opportunity while emphasizing the need to prepare for the challenges ahead. In light of the dynamic geopolitical situation and potential global economic shocks, he acknowledged that discussions regarding adjustments to current tax levels remain open, despite the government's commitment to refrain from introducing new taxes. Vaitiekūnas is also a member of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party, indicating his active involvement in the country's political landscape.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
2,475
Power
49$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Lithuania 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 2,722,289 2,475 $54,000 49$
Totals 1 2,722,289 2,475 $54,000 49$
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Recent Mentions

Lithuania Lithuania: K. Vaitiekūnas emphasized the strong candidacy of Rimantas Šadžius during a press conference. 8

15min – major Lithuanian news website: Finansų ministras vadina Rimantą Šadžių stipriu kandidatu į ECB, pabrėžia patirtį

Lithuania Lithuania: K. Vaitiekūnas stated that the former minister likely could not handle the pressure and misinterpreted the information at that time. 5

15min – major Lithuanian news website: Ministras sako negalintis tiksliai įvardinti kada gynybos biudžetui buvo numatyti 5,38 proc. BVP

Lithuania Lithuania: K. Vaitiekūnas stated that the proposals from the members of the Seimas are quite rational and important. 8

15min – major Lithuanian news website: Finansų ministras: Seimo narių pasiūlymai gana racionalūs, jie biudžeto neišdarkys