PH, Lithuania to improve technology, cybersecurity ties

The Philippines and Lithuania have agreed to collaborate in terms of improving technology and cybersecurity.

During his presentation of credentials to President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Tuesday, Lithuanian Ambassador to the Philippines Ricardas Slepavicius said the two countries can share experiences in addressing mutual concerns despite their distance.

"We cannot neglect distance... But I believe we have some technological solutions which could be interesting for [the] Philippines. For example for cybersecurities, on the economy, green energy, on biotech, we could share our experiences and help companies or Philippines [do] business there," Slepavicius said.

"I would believe that would be a basis for our future economic cooperation, create...  classical one but we are thinking about corporation or partnership which could bring us together. And definitely, we do have some technological solutions [that] could be interesting," he added.

The Lithuanian envoy said the two countries could work together when it comes to laser technology, noting that Lithuania captures 10%  of global market for scientific lasers.

Marcos, for his part, said the solutions to the present challenges being faced globally would come from technology as he expressed interest in production of scientific lasers.

"I mean from the educational (benefit)... of students in the science and technical studies, all the way to actually being able to apply the research that is being developed, not only here in the Philippines, but in other places as well — anything that is applicable, these are the things that's going to solve the problems that we face now," he said.

Meanwhile, the two countries also agreed to improve ties in sports, especially basketball. —Anna Felicia Bajo/KBK, GMA Integrated News