Urban partnerships

Partner cities connect two (sometimes three or more) cities or municipalities to promote cultural or economic exchanges. 1921 the first such cooperation between the two European cities took place. Partnerships were increasingly agreed after 1945. The main goal was international understanding and reconciliation after World War II. Today, the focus is on youth exchanges, cultural meetings or community cooperation. There are now many partnerships that go beyond Europe.

In pursuit of common interests, promoting economic, social and cultural development, the city of Tauragė may establish cooperation not only with local and regional government units of the Republic of Lithuania, but also with local and regional self-government units of other countries. Tauragė started the partnership of cities after regaining independence.