Foreign Minister Lipavský thanks Israeli counterpart for backing Ukraine

The Czech foreign minister, Jan Lipavský, and his Israeli counterpart, Eli Kohen, have confirmed their commitment to developing a strategic partnership. Speaking at a press conference after a meeting between the two in Prague on Tuesday, the Czech diplomatic chief also thanked Kohen for his humanitarian support to Ukraine.

Mr. Lipavský said cooperation on trade, security and science and research between the two countries should be deepened. He also said the ninth meeting of a Czech-Israeli expert forum would be held in Tel Aviv in May, this time focusing on sustainable energy.