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Welcome to the 2025 summer edition of The Baltic Times Magazine! Amid global geopolitical tensions, many Baltic businesses are taking a wait-and-see approach, opting for caution over publicity. Yet, remarkably, it is women leaders and entrepreneurs who are keeping calm under pressure, navigating the complex business world with determination and grace, and steering their companies through both external and internal challenges. Meet our cover heroine: Donata Kuprescenkiene, founder, former CEO, and co-owner of UAB Addways Logistics, now serving as its Board member. Until recently, she appeared to have achieved all she dreamed of. Now, she's ready to turn the page. Donata is aiming higher - devoting her experience, knowledge, and boundless energy to support other entrepreneurial women through mentoring, guidance, and inspiration. Donata, go for it! When it comes to…

These include: the summer reading room of the Martynas Mazvydas Library (architect Albinas Cepys), which preserves a centuries-old oak growing at its center; the “Kupeta” exhibition pavilion (also by Cepys) near the historic Birute Park, harmoniously blending into its natural surroundings; and the “Zilvinas” holiday complex (architect Algimantas Leckas), whose creative design allows visitors to experience architecture in close connection with the surrounding trees. One of the world's leading contemporary architecture events Since 1980, the Venice Architecture Biennale - held every two years - has been one of the most significant events in global contemporary architecture. This year, Lithuania's participation is organized by the Lithuanian Council for Culture, with Dr. Jurate Tutlyte serving as the Pavilion Commissioner. The Biennale runs from May 10 to November 23, 2025, at the historic…

At a time when much of Europe treads carefully around the shifting geopolitics of war, energy, and security, one Baltic Member of the European Parliament is not mincing words. In this candid and wide-ranging interview, Rasa Jukneviciene, a veteran Lithuanian politician and a current Member of the European Parliament (MEP) representing the European People's Party (EPP), Vice-Chair of the European Parliament's Euronest Delegation, and EPP Vice-Coordinator at the Subcommittee on Security and Defence (SEDE) offers a rare and unapologetically direct assessment of the West's faltering resolve in assisting Ukraine, the dangers of appeasing authoritarian regimes, and the looming risk of repeating the mistakes of the past. “I cannot rule out that the history may be on the verge of repeating itself - unless Europe wakes up fast,” MEP Jukneviciene told…

What sets BCP apart is its distinct focus: attracting high-net-worth individuals from Australia and New Zealand who are seeking a strategic entry point into the European Union. Through its flagship “Gateway to Europe” program, BCP facilitates rapid EU residency for clients while simultaneously introducing them to the many new economic advantages of the Baltic region. “Our clients are generally retired, or successful professionals and angel investors looking to expand their footprint,” explains Aaron Banks, founder and CEO of Baltic Capital Partners. “They come here for residency, but often branch out to invest, partner, and build. Given the competitive tax rates in Lithuania, many clients also report significant savings in their global tax liability which often makes BCP's services not only effectively self-funded, but profitable. It's a win-win for them, the…

„My credo is simple: never stop learning. It's what took me from running a successful logistics company to exploring new forms of leadership and impact. And it's exactly why I'm investing in myself once again. I believe that I could make the biggest positive impact of the kind by being on the Board of a company,“ says Kuprescenkiene. The Baltic Times Magazine sat down with her to discuss what it takes to be a successful businesswoman and an inspiring leader. You've stood at the helm of Addways Logistics for 13 years. And now, the big change. Why? After years of leading a high-performance business, I felt a sense of completion — and a calling to step into my next level of growth, leadership, and impact. I realized I needed a…

As she marks a triple milestone - her 50th birthday, a decade in office, and Sirvintos’ 550th anniversary - Pinskuviene, the outspoken and fiercely dedicated mayor, opened up to The Baltic Times Magazine about her journey from childhood dreams to political power, her battles against bureaucracy and cynicism, and her unwavering commitment to truth, transparency, and the people who placed their trust in her. Dear Zivile, ten years ago you became the Mayor of Sirvintos District Municipality. Why did you decide to go into politics and jostle for the mayor's position? I was born and raised in Sirvintos. Looking back to those days, to my childhood, we were a small, grey, dull town. As a child, I wanted to attend clubs or extracurriculars, but there were no such opportunities. There…