Women have more inner power for creation, starting from family and home and ending with professional activity and politics.

I believe that the world has become more democratic and open. Women have become more outspoken, more active and competitive. They have achieved great accomplishments in many fields that were previously dominated by men.

Female leaders are more oriented toward real and long-lasting results of their policies.

There are many examples of female leaders who are not afraid to take responsibility and openly face the challenges in the worst situations.

The precondition of success and entry to the top politics is primarily one's will - that is, making one's own decisions, because it means having to leave your home or move your family, quit social networking and build new contacts, [since] central governments are seated in capitals.

Lithuania is a small country, so our contribution would not be that large. We are not afraid of our responsibility. We receive 25 percent of our national budget from the European Union. We understand the value of solidarity.

Hard work, courage and commitment - these are the key elements for success.