9th convention of the Electoral Action of Poles in Lithuania – Christian Families Alliance (EAPL-CFA) took place in Vilnius last Friday, 3rd July. It was attended by delegates of 8 party units and of 78 primary organizations-circles. Read more
Hallelujah! Christ arose!
Easter is a time of revival of faith in the strength of Christ and traditions. A time of hope which is here despite the conditions that are difficult to accept and explain. We are currently going through the pandemic period, which often results in isolation, loneliness and atomization of societies in the world, but also in more and more numerous heart reflexes, mutual assistance actions, strengthening family ties and spiritual unity with the Church’s community and God.
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I would like to wish you the most joyous experience of the Easter Resurrection in an atmosphere of love and mutual kindness, while strengthening your souls, keeping peace in your hearts and hope for better times.
Valdemar Tomaševski Chairman of the Electoral Action of Poles in Lithuania – Christian Families Alliance; Member of the European Parliament
Due to the threat of coronavirus in Lithuania, educational institutions, all non-food stores have been closed since Monday, the activity of medical institutions and offices has been limited. Moreover, various meetings, not only large ones, are cancelled. Read more
Poles in Lithuania are consistently strengthening their position. This was again confirmed in 2019, the year of triple elections in this country and the entry of the Electoral Action of Poles in Lithuania – Christian Families Alliance (EAPL-CFA) into the government coalition, which is a sensation on a global scale. Thanks to their unity, Poles in Lithuania have a real impact on their country’s politics, what no other Polish community in another country could do. National minorities in Lithuania make up around 16% inhabitants, Poles (6.5 %) are the largest of them and reside in the Vilnius Region. They are united around the Association of Poles in Lithuania, whose political representation is the Electoral Action of Poles in Lithuania – Christian Families Alliance. It is worth writing a few words about this peculiar phenomenon of unity and perfect self-organization of Wilniuks and their successes. Read more
On the occasion of the International Women’s Day I would like to wish all the best to all our women.
I wish our dear mothers, wives, sisters, grandmothers, daughters, friends and also all the strongwomen of education, society and party all the best, lots of smiles and every kind of luck. Thank you for making this world a better place.
Valdemar Tomaševski, EAPL leader, Member of the European Parliament
Last week, news concerning the obtainment of the certificate by the advisors to the President Gitanas Nausėda about the alleged employment of 20 people of Polish nationality by the Minister of Transport and Communications Jaroslav Narkevič was spread. This information was widely commented and discussed. Presidential Office reports were not confirmed. However, 12 people of Polish nationality, not belonging to any party, were employed not by the Minister, but by managers of companies subject to the ministry. Read more
After the meeting of the ruling coalition council last Tuesday, Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis annouced that Jaroslav Narkevič will keep its position as a Minister of Transport and Communications. Read more
It’s Christmas every time you smile at your brother and offer him your hand.
(Mother Teresa of Calcutta)
This coming Christmas amid the Christmas carols and the smell of the Christmas tree, let faith and trust, love and warmth fulfil our hearts. This is a special period for forgiveness and reconciliation. Let all misunderstandings and conflicts brake like Christmas wafer in people’s hands and the Infant Jesus embrace all the hearts and bring us joy and happiness.
I wish you a Merry Christmas and a successful New Year 2020!
Valdemar Tomaševski Chairman of Electoral Action of Poles in Lithuania – Christian Families Alliance, Member of the European Parliament
President Gitanas Nausėda approved the new government of Saulius Skvernelis last Wednesday. These changes strengthened the position of EAPL-CFA on the Lithuanian political scene. Read more
Elections to the European Parliament were held last Sunday on 26th May. Eleven members from Lithuania were elected for the 9th term. Electoral Action of Poles in Lithuania – Christian Families Alliance participated in the elections in coalition with other national minorities under the name “Block of Valdemar Tomaševski”. Read more
