“I am delighted to welcome you in Panevėžys. We live in the middle of Lithuania, in a favourable geographical location. We are a compact, business-friendly city. Panevėžys is attractive to both companies with Lithuanian capital and foreign investors. We are planning the development of a new free economic zone and are working intensively to further improve the investment environment in creating the most favourable conditions for business. We invite you to work together and present Turkish entrepreneurs with opportunities to develop businesses in our city", said Panevėžys City Mayor Rytis Račkauskas.

During the visit, the vision of the city was presented to the Turkish ambassador and his team. The economic and social situation were discussed. The guests were introduced to the successfully implemented investment projects and achievements of the city.

After the meeting with the City Mayor the guests went to KALNAPILIS Arena to watch the 2023-2024 season's European Cup Basketball Match, where Panevėžys "7bet-Lietkabelis" and Ankara "Turk-Telekom" clubs meet tonight.