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Prime Minister Yoshiro Mori met with President Valdas Adamkus of the Republic of Lithuania, at the Prime Minister's Official Residence, and hosted a dinner in honor of him.The two leaders exchanged views on a broad range of subject including bilateral issues; the 10th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Lithuania, strengthening their political ties and enhancing an interchange of business personal and cultural exchanges, Japan-Russia relations and Lithuania's accession to the European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Addressing the guests, Prime Minister Mori praised the earnest efforts toward democratization in the political sector and transition to market economy achieved by Lithuania since its reemergence as an independent nation with a long history and splendid traditions, and affirmed Japan's commitment to continuous support on Lithuania's efforts. |