The strong performance of the Union of Democrats "For Lithuania" (DSVL) party in the final round of the parliamentary elections in Lithuania means that they will likely join a coalition government. The European Green Party (EGP) celebrates this positive development.
DSVL, member of the European Green Party, secured a total of 14 seats, representing 10% of the total seats in the Lithuanian parliament and becoming the 4th largest party in the Seimas. This result positions the party as a major player in Lithuanian politics. DSVL have now announced that they intend to go into a government coalition with the Social Democrats under a Social Democratic Prime Minister and a third coalition partner.
Co-chair of the European Greens Mélanie Vogel said: "We congratulate our Lithuanian Member Party DSVL on their strong showing at the Lithuanian parliamentary elections. After four years of a turbulent right-wing government, the Lithuanian people have voted for change. DSVL is now looking to work with other parties to form a stable, responsible and predictable centre left government, for a more prosperous future.”
Co-chair Thomas Waitz said: “With 10% of the vote, DSVL have shown themselves to be a fast-growing force in Lithuanian politics. We are proud that they will now take their place in a unifying government that will work for all in Lithuania."
Former Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis was the leading candidate in the elections. DSVL is dedicated to promoting social justice, tackling rising food prices, reforming taxation and eradicating child poverty, as well as strengthening Lithuania’s defence and security. The party aims to provide a model of governance that will bring a much-needed sense of competence, ambition, calm, and a push back against divisions in society.
Demokratų sąjunga „Vardan Lietuvos“ (DSVL) is the only party in Lithuania that is a member of the European Green Party. Their proposed Minister of Foreign Affairs is current Greens/EFA MEP Virginijus Sinkevičius, who held the post of European Commissioner for the Environment, Oceans, and Fisheries from 2019 to 2024.