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Romas Švedas is an Associate Professor of Practice at the Institute of International Relations and Political Science (TSPMI) at Vilnius University, where he teaches courses on International Negotiations and Energy Security. With over 25 years of professional experience spanning diplomatic service, energy sector leadership, and corporate governance, he brings practical insights to his academic role. His career includes significant positions such as Energy Vice-minister of Lithuania (2009-2011), Deputy Permanent Representative to the EU (2003-2007), and leadership roles in major energy infrastructure projects including NordBalt and LitPolLink electricity interconnections.
Švedas graduated from the Law Faculty at Vilnius University and has completed specialized training at Umea University (Sweden), the World Trade Organization in Geneva, the International Law Institute in Washington D.C., and the Baltic Institute of Corporate Governance. His academic background complements his extensive practical experience in international institutions.
His research focuses on European integration processes, energy security challenges in the Baltic region, international negotiation strategies, and corporate governance principles. Švedas has particular expertise in analyzing Lithuania's position as an 'energy island' within the European context and developing practical solutions for regional energy integration. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world policy implementation challenges faced by small states in the EU.
His publications demonstrate a consistent analytical approach to energy infrastructure development, EU integration processes, and international negotiation strategies. The most recent work examines two decades of energy infrastructure transformation in Lithuania, while earlier publications analyzed the EU Energy Island concept and the political challenges of the Visaginas nuclear power plant project. His scholarship consistently addresses the intersection of energy security, EU policy, and regional cooperation in the Baltic context.
- 2021 Vilnius University Lecturer of the Year
- 2019 The Most Professional Board award from VKC SIPA to Lithuanian Railways group
- 2018 Orde van Oranje-Nassau, Kingdom of the Netherlands
- 2013 Sign of Honour for Lithuania's EU Presidency
- 2015 Medal for EU and NATO membership
- 2003 Order of the Republic of Lithuania 'Už nuopelnus Lietuvai'
While specific student advisees are not listed in the provided materials, Švedas has extensive mentoring experience through executive training programs for civil servants and business leaders. His professional roles have included chairing boards of major energy companies (Klaipėdos Nafta, Litgrid, Ignalina NPP) and serving on supervisory boards of Lithuanian Railways and RB Rail AS (Rail Baltica project). He has led numerous training initiatives on EU negotiations, energy policy, and corporate governance for institutions including NATO, the European Parliament, and national governments across Europe.
Švedas has been instrumental in implementing organizational change at key institutions including Klaipėdos Nafta, Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant, Lietuvos Dujos, and Lithuanian Railways. His approach emphasizes transparency, efficiency improvements, and enhanced corporate governance practices aligned with OECD principles. Currently, he serves as Head of the Management Department at the Governance Coordination Centre (state delegated board member) and as a Board Member of European Movement Lithuania.
