About
Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen is a Lithuanian politician and chess Grandmaster. She served as the speaker of the Seimas, the Lithuanian parliament, between 2020 and 2024. As a chess player, she was awarded the title of Grandmaster by FIDE in 2010. She won the European women's championship in 2011, and is a two-time Lithuanian champion in chess, showcasing her prowess in both politics and intellectual pursuits.
Career Timeline
Chess Grandmaster Title
Achieves the title of Grandmaster in chess.
European Women's Champion
Wins the European Women's Chess Championship.
Enters Lithuanian Politics
Transitions from professional chess to politics in Lithuania.
Member of the Seimas
Serves as a member of the Lithuanian parliament.
Speaker of the Seimas
Elected as the Speaker of the Seimas, the Lithuanian parliament.
End of Speakership
Terms ends as Speaker of the Seimas.
Lithuanian Political Figure
Remains a prominent figure in Lithuanian politics.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026