In the modern world, where competition extends beyond national borders, a company's success often depends not only on its own resources but also on its ability to collaborate. Business clusters are an effective tool that allows companies working in the same field to combine their efforts to achieve common goals. This model of cooperation, which originated in Lithuania several decades ago, has gained new momentum thanks to financial support from the European Union.
According to a report from the Bank of Lithuania, interest rates on loans issued in Lithuania were among the highest in the eurozone in June 2025. This occurred despite a general decrease in interest rates for both loans and deposits.
The Lithuanian government has approved the allocation of €461 million for an advance payment on German Leopard tanks, which the country plans to acquire from Germany. These funds will be borrowed.