As announced by VTEK, the investigation was started due to the fact that S.Strelcovas, as the director of the public institution “Bridges of the Flowing Sun”, on behalf of this institution, on June 8, 2022, signed with the municipality of Šiauliai district support funds received from Japanese sponsors for the integration services of Ukrainian war refugees , usage agreement.
According to VTEK, following the provisions of the Law on the Coordination of Public and Private Interests, a person does not have the right to represent natural or legal persons and defend their interests in the institution or institution where he works.
As the news portal “Delfi” announced, S.Streltsov and the public institution headed by him received 35 thousand last year. EUR support funds for the training of Ukrainians in Lithuania.
However, both the mayor of the Šiauliai district municipality and the Japanese professor Inaba Chiharu, who provided support, expressed doubts as to whether the training actually took place and raised questions about a possible conflict of interest.
S.Strelcovas and his institution did not organize the trainings themselves, but bought these services. They were also purchased from the politician‘s wife Živilė Strelcovienė and Renata Motiejūnė, the wife of another council politician Vaclovas Motiejūnas.
S. Strelcovas, who also heads the Vilnius Gaon Jewish History Museum, said that the training took place and was of high quality.
Due to the aforementioned doubts, at the end of August S.Strelcovas and V.Motiejūnas were expelled from the party by the Fatherland Union-Lithuanian Christian Democrats.
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**Interview with VTEK Spokesperson on the Investigation into S. Strelcovas**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today. Can you explain the context behind the investigation involving S. Strelcovas and the institution “Bridges of the Flowing Sun”?
**VTEK Spokesperson:** Yes, thank you for having me. The investigation was initiated after we discovered that S. Strelcovas, in his capacity as director of “Bridges of the Flowing Sun,” signed an agreement with the Šiauliai district municipality. This agreement pertained to support funds received from Japanese sponsors aimed at providing integration services for Ukrainian war refugees.
**Interviewer:** What specific legal provisions are relevant to this case?
**VTEK Spokesperson:** According to the Law on the Coordination of Public and Private Interests, individuals are prohibited from representing any natural or legal persons in institutions where they hold a position. Essentially, this is to prevent any conflict of interest and ensure accountability in public service.
**Interviewer:** Are there any potential implications for S. Strelcovas as a result of this investigation?
**VTEK Spokesperson:** Depending on the findings of our investigation, there could be various implications. If wrongdoing is confirmed, it may lead to administrative sanctions or further legal actions, not just for S. Strelcovas, but also concerning the institution’s operations and adherence to legal standards.
**Interviewer:** How does VTEK ensure transparency during such investigations?
**VTEK Spokesperson:** We follow a structured protocol that includes gathering evidence, interviewing relevant parties, and ensuring that all actions are documented. We prioritize transparency and adhere to legal standards to maintain public trust and ensure that any outcomes are well-founded.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights. Any final thoughts?
**VTEK Spokesperson:** It’s crucial to remember that public institutions must operate with integrity and transparency, especially when dealing with sensitive matters such as refugee support. We hope to conclude this investigation swiftly to uphold these standards. Thank you.
