
Gabrielius Landsbergis served as Lithuania’s Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2020 to 2024. Born under Soviet occupation, he witnessed Lithuania’s fight for independence, led by his grandfather Vytautas Landsbergis. He began his career as a diplomat before entering politics, winning a seat in the European Parliament and becoming Chair of the Homeland Union. In the Lithuanian Parliament, he served two terms culminating in his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs. He positioned Lithuania as a global advocate for freedom, strongly supporting Ukraine, expanding ties in the Indo-Pacific, and backing democratic movements in Moldova, Georgia, and Taiwan. Known for his bold statements, he gained international recognition through media appearances (CNN, HardTalk, Bloomberg) and speeches in Brussels and the US. Since leaving politics in 2024, he continues to challenge authoritarianism, preparing publications for 2025 and engaging with global audiences via social media and landsbergis.com.