Events

Patrik Nacher, Deputy Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, received a delegation led by Bat-Erdene Jadamba, Vice-Chair of the State Great Khural, at the Czech Parliament.

The discussions highlighted the longstanding friendship and growing cooperation between the Czech Republic and Mongolia, noting that Czech exports to Mongolia reached a 25-year high last year. Representatives from the Czech Chamber of Commerce and Czech companies operating in Mongolia participated, covering sectors such as gastronomy, pharmaceuticals, and transportation modernization.

The meeting also addressed cultural and sporting connections, including the participation of Mongolian athletes at the recent Winter Olympics, and the potential for broader cooperation inspired by such exchanges.

Deputy Speaker Nacher emphasized the importance of continued political, economic, and cultural dialogue and expressed his commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations between the Czech Republic and Mongolia.

Romania’s Ambassador to the Czech Republic, Antoaneta Barta, held a cordial meeting with Barbora Urbanová, the newly appointed chairwoman of the Parliamentary Friendship Group with Romania in the Chamber of Deputies of the Czech Republic. 🇷🇴🤝🇨🇿

The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss the strong and growing partnership between Romania and the Czech Republic, as well as broader European and regional developments. Both sides highlighted the important role that parliamentary diplomacy can play in strengthening bilateral relations and fostering deeper cooperation between the two countries.

Ambassador Barta welcomed the establishment of the new friendship group and expressed her appreciation for the Czech Parliament’s continued interest in maintaining close ties with Romania. Friendship groups within national parliaments often serve as valuable platforms for dialogue, enabling lawmakers to exchange views on political, economic, and cultural cooperation.

For her part, Urbanová reaffirmed her commitment to supporting constructive engagement with Romania and to further developing the partnership between Prague and Bucharest. The discussion also touched on shared priorities within the European Union and the importance of maintaining strong regional cooperation in Central and Eastern Europe.

Israeli Ambassador to the Czech Republic Amir Weissbrod spent a productive day in Olomouc, holding a series of meetings with regional and academic leaders to strengthen ties between Israel and the region. 🇮🇱🇨🇿

During the visit, Ambassador Weissbrod met with Olomouc Mayor Miroslava Ferancová, the Rector of Palacký University Olomouc, Michael Kohajda, and Deputy Governor of the Olomouc Region, Svatopluk Binder.

The discussions focused on expanding municipal partnerships between Olomouc and Israeli cities, increasing tourism from Israel to the region, and strengthening academic collaboration. In particular, the ambassador highlighted opportunities to broaden existing cooperation between Palacký University and Israeli universities into new academic and research fields.

Another important topic of the meetings was the rich Jewish heritage of Olomouc and its surrounding areas. Participants emphasized the importance of preserving this historical legacy while also using it as a bridge to promote cultural, educational, and tourism cooperation between Israel and the Czech Republic.

A productive meeting recently took place between Jiří Brodský, Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, and representatives of the Ibero-American diplomatic group in Prague.

The discussion brought together ambassadors from several Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries to explore opportunities for strengthening political dialogue, economic ties, and broader cooperation with the Czech Republic. 🇨🇿🌎

During the working meeting, participants exchanged views on ways to deepen partnerships across multiple sectors, highlighting the importance of diplomatic engagement in advancing trade, investment, and collaborative initiatives between Central Europe and the Ibero-American region.

Marie Chatardová, Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, received Alan Gibbons, Ambassador of Ireland to the Czech Republic, for talks held on 11 February 2026.

The meeting reflected the strong and friendly relations between the Czech Republic and Ireland. Discussions focused on bilateral cooperation as well as shared priorities within the European and international context. 🇨🇿🤝🇮🇪

Regular diplomatic exchanges such as this play an important role in strengthening political dialogue and fostering deeper cooperation between the two countries.

Karel Havlíček, Deputy Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, met with Pasi Tuominen, Ambassador of Finland to the Czech Republic, to discuss economic cooperation and inspiration from Finland’s successful innovation policies.

Havlíček praised the ambassador’s work in strengthening bilateral ties and highlighted Finland as an important model for the Czech Republic’s economic strategy. Their discussion also touched on the integration of Czech investment and trade promotion institutions, inspired by Finland’s Business Finland model.

The meeting reflects the growing interest in deepening Czech-Finnish cooperation in innovation, economic policy, and international competitiveness.

Ivan Bednárik met with Nicholas Merrick, the U.S. ambassador in Prague, to discuss strengthening air connectivity between the Czech Republic and the United States 🇨🇿🤝🇺🇸.

The talks focused on the possibility of expanding direct flights, ideally establishing a year-round transatlantic route to and from Prague.

Beyond travel convenience, both sides highlighted that stable direct connections are important for Czech entrepreneurs, investors, students, and tourists, ensuring Prague remains reliably linked with the United States and supporting broader economic cooperation.

Czech Deputy Premier Karel Havlíček highlighted an intense round of economic diplomacy meetings, reflecting ongoing efforts to strengthen international cooperation and discuss the country’s economic strategy.

Havlíček noted that in recent days he held talks with the U.S. Ambassador, followed by a meeting with the UAE Minister of Economy. He also discussed the Czech Economic Strategy with ambassadors from South Korea, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, and Norway.

His agenda continued in Brussels, where he planned discussions with European Commission Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič, participation in the Friends of Industry initiative, and a meeting at the invitation of the German Minister for Economic Affairs.

The packed schedule reflects Prague’s active engagement with international partners on economic policy, industrial cooperation, and strategic investment.

British Ambassador Matt Field visited Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (ČZU), where he met with Rector Michal Lošťák to discuss expanding cooperation with British universities.

The meeting highlighted opportunities for academic exchange, joint research initiatives, and enhanced collaboration between Czech and UK higher education institutions. Ambassador Field expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome and emphasized the value of fostering strong educational partnerships as part of the broader UK–Czech bilateral relationship.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Marie Chatardová received Irish Ambassador Alan Gibbons in Prague on February 11, 2026, to discuss the state of Czech–Irish relations and avenues for future collaboration.

Ambassador Gibbons reaffirmed Ireland’s interest in deepening bilateral ties with the Czech Republic, emphasizing opportunities for joint projects, people-to-people engagement, and strengthened diplomatic dialogue. Deputy Minister Chatardová expressed appreciation for Ireland’s contributions to European cooperation and stressed the Czech Republic’s willingness to continue fostering close, mutually beneficial relations.

Danish Ambassador Søren Kelstrup participated in a discussion commemorating four years of war in Ukraine, organized by Člověk v tísni (People in Need). The dialogue focused on humanitarian assistance, post-conflict recovery, and prospects for the future, highlighting the urgent needs and ongoing support for Ukrainian communities affected by the conflict.

Ambassador Kelstrup emphasized the importance of solidarity and coordinated international efforts, noting that such conversations are critical at a time when sustained attention and action remain essential.

Israeli Ambassador Amir Weissbrod held a productive meeting with Major General Vladimír Vlček, Director General of the Czech Fire Rescue Service, to discuss ways to strengthen collaboration between the two countries’ fire and rescue services.

The discussion focused on shared challenges such as flood response, large-scale firefighting, and other emergency management issues. Ambassador Weissbrod highlighted the value of exchanging expertise and expressed enthusiasm for continued cooperation and knowledge sharing in civil protection and emergency preparedness.

Romanian Ambassador Antoaneta Barta hosted a business and tourism promotion event in Prague, highlighting opportunities for Romanian companies and strengthening connectivity between Romania and the Czech Republic. The event, organised by AnimaWings, Aviareps, and Christian Tour, provided a platform to showcase Romania as an attractive tourism destination and a hub for business collaboration.

During the event, Barta welcomed the growing interest in Romania among Czech partners and celebrated the increase in direct flights, which enhances accessibility and fosters closer economic and cultural ties between the two countries.

The German Ambassador in Prague, Dr. Peter Reuss, paid a visit to the Terezín Memorial, one of Europe’s most powerful symbols of human suffering during the Second World War. The visit served as a moment of remembrance for the millions of victims of the Holocaust, as well as a reaffirmation of Germany’s historical responsibility.

German representatives emphasized that remembering the crimes of the past remains a permanent moral duty. Acknowledging Germany’s guilt for the atrocities committed during the war, the Embassy underlined that the lessons drawn from this history continue to shape Germany’s present-day commitment to the protection of human rights and the defense of humanitarian values.

During the Second World War, more than 100,000 people passed through Terezín, with thousands losing their lives there. The visit and meeting with the leadership of the Terezín Memorial were described not only as an act of honoring those who perished, but also as a reflection on the future — particularly the importance of preserving historical memory for future generations.

Barbara Tuge-Erecińska, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the Republic of Poland in the Czech Republic, took part in a commemorative ceremony at the Senate of the Czech Parliament marking the anniversary of the liberation of the German Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.

The event was attended by representatives of multiple diplomatic missions and served as a solemn reminder of the victims of the Holocaust and the importance of preserving historical memory. The commemoration underscored a shared international commitment to remembrance, reflection, and the defense of human dignity and democratic values.

Canadian Ambassador Emily McLaughlin took part in a reflective discussion with Tomáš Sedláček, Director of the Václav Havel Library, building on themes raised by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in his recent address in Davos. The conversation drew inspiration from the writings of Václav Havel, whose ideas continue to resonate in debates on democracy, ethics, and civic responsibility.

In his Davos remarks, Prime Minister Carney cited Havel’s seminal 1978 essay The Power of the Powerless, written at a time when Czechoslovakia remained under Soviet Communist rule and the text itself circulated only clandestinely. The essay poses a timeless question: how ordinary, well-intentioned people come to comply with unjust systems.

Havel’s metaphor of the greengrocer displaying the slogan “Workers of the world, unite!” was referenced as a powerful illustration of conformity, moral compromise, and the quiet pressures of authoritarianism. The discussion in Prague reaffirmed the relevance of Havel’s thinking in today’s global context and underscored the importance of continued transatlantic dialogue on values, freedom, and individual responsibility.