Virginijus Sinkevi?ius is a Lithuanian Member of the European Parliament with extensive leadership experience across national and European institutions. He previously served as Lithuania’s Minister of Economy and Innovation and as European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans, and Fisheries, where he shaped major EU policies on sustainability, competitiveness, and global trade. Currently Vice Chair of the European Parliament’s Committee on Transport and Tourism, he specializes in defense and security policy, international trade, green transition, CBAM, climate governance, and transport regulation. With deep, first-hand experience in policy formulation, legislative negotiation, and strategic communications, Virginijus offers practical insights into how European decisions are made and implemented. A multilingual and results-driven leader, he is a frequent speaker at high-level panels, conferences, and expert forums, sharing actionable perspectives on innovation, competitiveness, and navigating Europe’s evolving regulatory and geopolitical landscape.