Former labor union leader elected as Lithuania's new prime minister

Inga Ruginiene, a former labor union leader, has been elected as Lithuania's new prime minister following her predecessor's resignation amid corruption investigations. Ruginiene, 44, received 78 votes in parliament. She previously served as the minister for social affairs and labor and joined the Social Democratic Party shortly before last year's elections.

Before her nomination, ex PM Gintautas Paluckas faced scrutiny over his business dealings, leading to his resignation in July.

President Gitanas Nausda praised Ruginiene as "a constructive negotiator." She aims to focus on “restoring stability” and maintaining public trust in the government.