Lithuanian business invested EUR 180 mln in Ukraine last year.

Investments were concentrated in the financial sector, insurance, wholesale and retail trade reported ukrinform. In addition to direct investment, the trade turnover between our countries reached € 1.2 bln. According to Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to Ukraine, Valdemaras Sarapinas, Lithuanian companies are active in Ukraine in the sectors of construction and agriculture, and the export of Ukrainian grain, oil, metal, and coal. To grow their presence in this market Lithuanian businesses are looking to the sectors of energy (renewable energy and energy efficiency); ecology; water purification; and infrastructure upgrades.