This is the 342nd most frequent Lithuanian word.
šiais
The word "šiais" in Lithuanian means "these" (instrumental case).
Used to denote 'in this year'; an instrumental plural form of 'ša' applied to time.
Šiais metais mes atostogavome prie jūros.
This year, we vacationed by the sea.
Here, 'šiais' is in the instrumental plural form, referring to 'these' in relation to particular topics.
Šiais klausimais geriau pasitarti su specialistu.
Regarding these matters, it's better to consult a specialist.
'Šiais' modifies 'projektais', in instrumental case, specifying with which projects the collaboration will occur.