🌍 Event Overview
On the opening day of the 2025 UN General Assembly High-Level Week, join the President of Lithuania H.E. Gitanas Nausėda, high-ranking officials, and Lithuanian and U.S. business representatives for a high-level event showcasing Lithuania’s unmatched strategic position as a partner for the global defense industry.
With a planned defense budget exceeding 5% of GDP in 2026, Lithuania is set to lead NATO in per capita military spending — a strong signal of its enduring commitment to the Alliance and shared responsibility for global security.
Global industry leaders, including Northrop Grumman, a major American aerospace and defense technology company, and Rheinmetall, a German company and European leader in advanced defense and armored technology, are already establishing operations in Lithuania. The government offers fast-track pathways for U.S. partnerships, and a delegation of Lithuanian companies — specializing in areas such as drone technology, advanced lasers, and IT solutions — will accompany the President and be available for direct engagement.
👥 Audience
This event is open to a high-level audience of corporate executives, investors, technology innovators, senior government officials and diplomats, and defense and security experts engaged in transatlantic cooperation.
🔹 Why Attend?
Meet the Guest of Honor
H.E. Gitanas Nausėda, President of the Republic of LithuaniaStrategic Timing
Held during the UN General Assembly High-Level Week, this event brings together global leaders, investors, and top decision-makers in defense and security.Spotlight on Lithuania
As a rising NATO front-runner, Lithuania is dedicating over 5% of its GDP to defense—fueling rapid growth in cyber, innovation, and high-tech security sectors.Exceptional Access
Connect with more than 10 leading Lithuanian defense and security technology companies. Network with major U.S. defense players, including Northrop Grumman, a global aerospace leader, and Mach Industries, a cutting-edge disruptor in next-gen unmanned systems.Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues from these fields.
📆 Program
10:30 – 11:00 AM | Guest Arrival & Welcome
11:00 – 12:00 PM | Keynote Address & Fireside Conversation with
H.E. Gitanas Nausėda, President of the Republic of Lithuania
Moderator: Andrea Palasciano, European Security Correspondent, Bloomberg
12:00 – 12:30 PM | Coffee Break ☕
12:30 – 1:30 PM | Panel Discussions 🎤
12:30 – 1:00 PM | Driving Change in Strengthening Transatlantic Security
Panelists:H.E. Mr. Kęstutis Budrys, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania
Maj. Gen. J. R. Pippy, Adjutant General of Pennsylvania
Mr. Mindaugas Keizeris, CEO, EPSO-G
Moderator: Mr. Philip Berkowitz, Board Member, Baltic American Chamber of Commerce
1:00 – 1:30 PM | Turning Defense Investment into Business Opportunities
Panelists:Ms. Loreta Maskaliovienė, Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Lithuania
Ms. Erika Kuročkina, LTMiltech
Representative of Northrop Grumman
Mr. Ethan Thornton, CEO, MACH Industries
Moderator: Mr. Eric Stewart, CEO, American Lithuanian Business Council
1:30 – 2:00 PM | Networking 🤝
⚠️ Disclaimer: Program is subject to change.
✉️ Participation & Sponsorship
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🎟️ Attendance Free - registration subject to review and approval
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🇱🇹 Lithuania: Hotspot for Defense Investments & Partnerships
📅 Monday, September 22, 2025
⏰ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Midtown, New York City
