Foreign Minister Lipavský to visit the US in February

Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský is due to visit the United States from February 5 to 8, the website Aktualne.cz reported on Thursday.  During the trip, aimed at strengthening Czech-American ties, he may meet his new counterpart, Mark Rubio, and President Donald Trump’s envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg.

Mr. Lipavský plans to build personal connections with US officials and discuss shared challenges, including countering authoritarian influences. He expressed optimism about working with Rubio, known for his strong stance on China, Iran, and Cuba.

The visit will include attending the Globsec forum on February 6, offering a chance to engage with both Republican and Democratic leaders on transatlantic cooperation. The Czech delegation of eight members will be finalized soon.