Fischer endorses Pavel for second round

Senator Pavel Fischer, who came fourth in the first round of Czech presidential elections on under 7 percent, has called on people to support Petr Pavel in the second round run-off in two weeks’ time.

Mr. Fischer said that it was necessary to unite forces against former prime minister Andrej Babiš. He said a decision was being made on placing Czechia in good hands, which Mr. Babiš did not represent.

Mr. Fischer said he would like to meet Mr. Pavel later on Saturday and offer him his support in the second round, including the billboards he has rented around the country.

Marek Hilser, who came sixth on less than 3 percent, also said he supported Mr. Pavel in the run-off.