About
Gintautas Paluckas is a Lithuanian politician who served as the Prime Minister of Lithuania from December 2024 until his resignation on 4 August 2025. He was previously the Deputy Mayor of Vilnius from 2015 to 2019. Furthermore, he led the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party (LSDP) between 2017 and 2021, and has been a member of the Seimas since the 2020 election. He returned as LSDP leader after Vilija Blinkevičiūtė decided not to run for another term.
Career Timeline
Deputy Mayor of Vilnius
Serves as Deputy Mayor of Vilnius, gaining valuable administrative experience.
Leads LSDP
Elected as leader of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party (LSDP), boosting his national profile.
Elected to Seimas
Elected as a member of the Seimas (Parliament), enabling him to influence national policy.
Steps Down as LSDP Leader
Resigns as leader of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party (LSDP).
Becomes Prime Minister
Ascends to the position of Prime Minister of Lithuania, marking the peak of his political career.
Resigns as Prime Minister
Resigns from the post of Prime Minister on August 4th.
Returns as LSDP Leader
Returns as leader of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party (LSDP).
Active in Lithuanian Politics
Continues to be an active figure in Lithuanian politics, leveraging experience to influence policy and direction.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026