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Fiala agrees with the EC chief on the emphasis on competitiveness and security

by AI | 19.Jul 2024 | Europe in brief AI

President Petr Pavel stated that the common goal now must be a strong, safe, and prosperous Europe that remains a place of stability and unity.

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala. Photo: David Tanecek/CTK/dpa

Prague – Prime Minister Petr Fiala (ODS) stated that he is in agreement with the re-elected President of the European Commission (EC), Ursula von der Leyen, on the strong emphasis on the competitiveness of the European Union and on security. President Petr Pavel emphasized that the common goal now must be a strong, secure, and prosperous Europe that remains a place of stability and unity.

“We agree on a strong emphasis on the competitiveness of the EU, which means supporting investments and eliminating bureaucracy. Emphasis on security is also important to both of us, both towards Russia and in stopping the migration crisis,” noted the Prime Minister. “Our common goal now must be a strong, secure, and prosperous Europe that remains a place of stability and unity,” stated President Pavel.

“For me, this is certainly good news and I think it is good news for the Czech Republic as well,” Fiala told journalists regarding von der Leyen’s re-election. Among other reasons, he wished for her to maintain her position as President of the EC because she presented a program that included the priorities that the Czech Republic advocated for. “She is one of those politicians who value the Czech Republic, respect us and our opinions, and I think that is also important for the future functioning of the European Commission,” added the Prime Minister.

Von der Leyen was also congratulated by the outgoing European Commissioner Věra Jourová. “She boldly managed to navigate us through crises. A stronger second term is a recognition of her hard work and results. This is good news for Europeans,” she believes. (July 18)