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The Lithuanian MoD expresses its solidarity with employees of the Ministry of Defence of Sakartvelo who stated their commitment to the European and Euro-Atlantic integration. @ModGovGe

Strengthening @LTU_Army with Baltic drones! We have recently signed contracts for small reconnaissance drones from 🇱🇻Edge Autonomy, mini reconnaissance drones from 🇪🇪Threod Systems & micro quadcopter drones from 🇱🇹Deftools. Total value: €36 million. Will be delivered this fall.

🇱🇹Vice DefMin @GretaMonika met w/ 🇩🇪MoD DG for Cyber Security & IT, Lt. Michael Vetter to discuss: 🌐🇱🇹🇩🇪 coop in the field of cybersec 🌐boosting coop through the intl cybersec exercises 🌐exchanging of open cyber intel & best practices to strengthen the Cyber Defence Command

On Day 3, the annual LT ambassador's meeting on national security turned into a vibrant discussion with the Deputy FM, Deputy MoD, and President's advisor on the role of diplomacy in safeguarding values, resilience, and prosperity.

Today, 🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika is in 🇳🇴Norway attending the opening of @kongsbergasa new missile production line. She underscores the strong 🇱🇹-🇳🇴 defence industry ties and highlights the importance of supporting this sector to bolster regional security now and in the future.

Viceminister @GretaMonika is strengthening 🇱🇹-🇫🇷 ties: she attended an official reception hosted by DefMin @SebLecornu, reiterated our invitation for air defence units to conduct exercises in 🇱🇹 & emphasized our commitment to the French-led artillery coalition supporting Ukraine.

Lithuania makes a strong mark at #Eurosatory2024! Our national stand showcases cutting-edge defence innovations from over a dozen companies, backed by @Lithuanian_MoD. In addition, 🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika is meeting global defence leaders and participating in key discussions.

🇱🇹DefMin @LKasciunas just met with Kateryna Chernohorenko, 🇺🇦Deputy Minister of Defence for Digital Development. Lithuania is eager to learn from Ukraine’s expertise in combat missions. We look forward to strengthening cooperation between our industries and collaborating on R&D.

14th NATO Innovation Challenge has called upon companies worldwide to develop technologies for remote mine detection and neutralization. Today, 11 finalists are presenting their solutions to a panel of judges at the final event in Vilnius. 5 of these finalists are Lithuanian!

🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika is on the panel at "TechBatt: Technology on the Battlefield" conference, discussing future innovations Highlighted the need to support EU defence industry for the sake of Euro-Atlantic security, ensuring that efforts align with NATO collective defence

We are hosting the inaugural "TechBatt: Technology on the battlefield" conference Experts from business, academia & defence sectors are exploring the future of military tech & lessons from Ukraine 200+ leaders from @NATO, @EUDefenceAgency & major defence companies are attending

We welcomed today the 10th 🇺🇸US rotational units deployed to Pabrade. "The US presence here means a lot to our country and our people. It is a sign that the US stands together with Lithuania against the threats,🇱🇹 said ViceMinister @GretaMonika .

🇱🇹🇪🇺 Today, we held an info event on the 2024 Work Program of the European Defence Fund (EDF), allocating €1.1 billion for defence R&D projects. The EDF aims to foster innovation and cooperation in European security. Lithuanian entities are encouraged to get involved.

Today, a new plan for UAV development in 🇱🇹 was announced, including the launch of UAV management course at newly established Drone Competence Center, aiming to train 1000 citizens annually. In addition, UAV development will be bolstered through 🇱🇹Rifleman Union, new laws & NGOs.

🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika is co-leading the Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) meeting in the UK. Lithuania is responsible for a unified information-sharing solution among more than 60 countries and organizations. CRI aims to combat cybercriminals demanding ransom payments.

🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika is hosting a delegation from 🇺🇸US to discuss cooperation in defence, with a focus on US financial assistance, acquisitions & training. Annual security assistance management meetings reflect successful cooperation, fostering discussions & solutions.

In a meeting with Ralf Ketzel, CEO of 🇩🇪Krauss-Maffei Wegmann, 🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika discussed Lithuania's role in the German defence industry Bilateral talks focused on component production, technical servicing & exploring opportunities for German tech repair in Lithuania

🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika met with German defence industry leaders in Berlin today to discuss potential investments in Lithuania. Viceminister presented the possibilities while representatives from defence industry companies expressed their growing interest.

🇱🇹Viceminister @GretaMonika had meetings in Oslo yesterday with 🇳🇴@Forsvarsdep State Secretary Anne Marie Aanerud & 🇳🇴@kongsbergasa representatives. Ongoing air defence projects were discussed, along with potential opportunities for further bilateral cooperation.

Proud to moderate #DigitalInfrastructure discussion at @3seaseu Business Forum in #Vilnius🇱🇹 🇲🇩,🇷🇴,🇧🇬&🇱🇹policy makers discussed w/@awscloud,@IBM& @TeliaCompany need to timely implement digital initiatives&build broad partnerships to strengthen economies&resilience of #3SI region