Lithuania: medical abortion becomes legal

Medical abortion becomes legal in Lithuania as of January. Women wishing to terminate pregnancy medically will be able to do so until the ninth week of pregnancy. Those opting for medical abortion will first need to consult with an obstetrician-gynaecologist. “First, the doctor must provide all the information related to the procedure. If the patient…

Poland: manufacturing PMI up in December 2022

Poland’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 45.6 points in December 2022 from 43.4 points in November 2022, economic researcher S&P Global reported on January 2. Despite the rise, the PMI was below the neutral 50-point mark for the eighth month in a row. Both manufacturing and new orders declined in December 2022 while employment…

Lithuania: over 100 Maxima stores closed

Over 100 Maxima stores in Lithuania were closed on January 2 morning due to technical issues. The stores were closed due to configuration changes in the cash register system, according to Julija Vasiljeviene, head of the Process and Quality Management Department at the supermarket chain. “Some stores are currently closed due to technical difficulties related…

Ukraine: economy adapts to war-time conditions

Ukraine’s economy has adapted to war-time conditions and is ready for new challenges. The relevant statement was made by Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal on Facebook. “Ukraine has entered 2023 determined, invincible, united in its desire to defeat the enemy and liberate its land. And we will definitely do so,” Shmyhal wrote. Shmyhal expressed gratitude…