"I evaluate positively and believe that his decision is an example that if there are certain problems or issues that might not be resolved due to objective reasons, you just resign honorably and give the post to others," Butkevičius said in an interview to the Žinių Radijas (news Radio) on Thursday.
Benedict XVI resigns on Thursday night, having said he is unable to carry on with the papacy due to his age and poor health.
