However, Lithuania failed to develop harbors in Palanga or Šventoji as there was stiff competition with already established nearby Memel and Libau (Liepāja) and thus could not be considered a real access to the sea.
However, Lithuania failed to develop harbors in Palanga or Šventoji as there were stiff competition with already established nearby Memel and Libau (Liepāja) and unfavorable natural conditions. Thus it could not be considered a real access to the sea.