 Dear Secretary-General, dear President, dear colleagues, and esteemed guests, first of all, I would like to thank you, Mr. Jawa, and the entire ITU team, for your every effort and leadership in fostering digital connectivity in the world. Last year's have starkly reminded the global community of how critical it is for everyone to be part of the digital world, and it has just been emphasized by my colleague from Switzerland. Our vision on ensuring digital connectivity is based on synergy of all market players, as well as synergy of technologies. The role of governments, in my view, is quite simple. That is to ensure an effective legal and regulatory ecosystem. Dear colleagues, as the Lithuanian and EU candidate, Mr. Thomas Lamanauskas is campaigning for the position of the Deputy Secretary-General, he also echoes this vision and strives to build broad, impact-oriented partnerships. To prove it works in practice, allow me to mention several examples. For the past 15 years, Lithuanian government invested backbone infrastructure in remote areas where business has no interest. Meanwhile, business ensures last mile access. This international acclaimed collaboration model enabled us to successfully connect 99% of our territory. Moreover, it enabled the rollout of 5G technology, which today already connects 80% of Lithuanian population. We are also building partnerships with neighboring countries to roll out an international 5G Baltic corridor. This corridor will bring the future closer by enabling automated driving and intelligent transport services across borders. Colleagues, my team has probably met most of you these days, and we hear your main concern, that is cyber security. I'm delighted that the Lithuanian private sector has extensive experience in offering on-site training opportunities. Our key business representatives are here, and you can contact them. My final point, the integration of satellite and terrestrial systems is key to providing better quality and coverage of users. However, the war in Ukraine has shown the importance of having an alternative. The infrastructure supporting terrestrial communications is destroyed. Satellite communication is likely the only means to connect with the rest of the world in these circumstances. I'm proud and happy that Lithuania has come forward to become a partner for Ukraine with a partner to connect program. An evaluation report on the damages of the Ukraine's telecommunications sector has been recently finalized, and we must all stand ready to offer further contribution in repairing and reconstruction Ukraine's telecommunications sector. I'm convinced that the ITU member states are ready to strengthen and broaden partnerships in order to bring digital future to everyone and everywhere. I'm sure that Thomas extensive knowledge will help us all in this journey. Thank you very much, and I'm looking forward to continuing our discussions at the Lithuanian reception later today. Thank you.