Dispute grows over Czech delegation to NATO summit

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) says a government delegation will attend the NATO summit in Ankara in July, questioning the role of President Petr Pavel, who intends to lead the mission. Babiš argued it is neither logical nor feasible for both to attend together, citing security concerns and the government’s primary role in foreign policy. Opposition Civic Democratic Party leader Martin Kupka criticised the dispute, calling for cooperation instead of “petty quarrels.” Pavel has said he plans to head the delegation in line with his constitutional role, while Babiš insists the government will decide its composition after a May NATO meeting.