The government of Lithuania has expressed Lithuania's keen interest in collaborating with the newly formed National Cybersecurity Agency of the Maldives. Ambassador of the Republic of Lithuania to the Maldives Diana Mickevičienė made the remarks in an interview with PSM news upon assumption of her role. She also highlighted Lithuania's advanced capabilities in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), noting significant opportunities for cooperation in both governmental and private sectors.
Lithuania, renowned globally for its cybersecurity expertise and ranked sixth in the Global Cybersecurity Index, aims to share its strategies and competencies with Maldives' cybersecurity initiatives. Ambassador Mickevičienė expressed readiness to engage in discussions with Maldives' cybersecurity center to explore mutual interests and foster development in this critical area.
Ambassador Mickevičienė, who presented her Letters of Credence to President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu on July 8, emphasized that her appointment marks a milestone in bilateral relations, underlining Lithuania's commitment to enhancing ties with Maldives. While based in New Delhi, India, as a non-resident Ambassador, she aims to facilitate closer ties between businesses and institutions of both nations.
Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1999, Ambassador Mickevičienė highlighted collaborative efforts between Maldives and Lithuania in various global and multilateral issues, including climate change. She also mentioned Lithuania's Indo-Pacific strategy aimed at strengthening relations with democratic nations in the region adhering to UN principles.
The National Cybersecurity Agency, established by President Dr. Muizzu in March, signifies Maldives' commitment to enhancing national cybersecurity and acting as a central point for cybersecurity initiatives nationwide.