Minister Taminskas Calls for Stronger Telecommunications Network Resilience
Juras Taminskas, Minister of Transport and Communications of Lithuania, called for stronger telecommunications network resilience at the International Telecommunication Union's (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference, currently taking place in Doha, Qatar.
Mr Taminskas also stressed that Lithuania is actively fostering cooperation among public institutions, telecommunications operators, energy companies and transport stakeholders to enhance the resilience of critical communications infrastructure. The Minister noted that national efforts alone are not enough, as the resilience of global connectivity depends on cooperation that extends beyond national and regional boundaries. He added that the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) provides an important platform for advancing dialogue and cooperation on these issues at the global level.
“Reliable, high-speed digital connectivity is now as essential as roads or electricity. The storm that swept across Lithuania this summer once again underscored the importance of strengthening the resilience of telecommunications networks and ensuring preparedness for unforeseen disruptions. Given today’s security and technological challenges, enhancing the resilience of telecommunications networks should be a shared priority,” said Juras Taminskas, Minister of Transport and Communications of Lithuania.
During the high-level discussion on telecommunications network resilience, Minister Taminskas emphasised that strengthening the resilience of telecommunications networks and enhancing Europe’s digital competitiveness will be among the key priorities of Lithuania’s upcoming Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
In Doha, Minister Taminskas met with Liisa Pakosta, Estonia's Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, to discuss telecommunications security and network resilience. He also held bilateral meetings with South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Science and ICT Bae Kyung-hoon, as well as representatives of the United Kingdom, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia and other countries.
Minister Taminskas also introduced Jorūnė Mikulėnaitė-Baušienė, Lithuania's candidate for the ITU Radio Regulations Board. If elected, she would serve on the Board during the 2027-2030 term.
ITU is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies, responsible for the management of radio-frequency spectrum and orbital resources, the development of telecommunications standards, and the promotion of international digital development.
Held every four years, the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference is the organisation's principal governing event, bringing together Member States to adopt strategic decisions on the future direction of global telecommunications and digital policy, approve its plans and priorities, and elect ITU leadership.
Photo courtesy of ITU/M. Faeas
