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The Lithuanian Foreign Ministry operates in the United States two Consulates General, in addition to the Embassy in Washington. These Consulates General look a lot like the city hall of a Lithuanian mid-size town. Nevertheless, there is more than what meets the eye. The Consulate General in Chicago is the largest in the USA. The other Consulate General is located in New York City's Manhattan.
Julius Pranevicius playing the piano Photo Ludo Segers
Julius Pranevicius playing the piano Photo Ludo Segers

In addition to serving the Lithuanian population, it plays an important role in promoting Lithuania. The Consul General and his staff sell Lithuania as a place to do business. They encourage American companies to use the country as a base to serve the North-western part of Europe and to get a foo

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