President Pavel to host US congressmen for talks on European security

Czech President Petr Pavel will host six members of the US Congress at Prague Castle on Monday morning, the presidential office said. Most of the delegation are expected to be Republicans.

According to the president’s office, the talks will focus on European security, Russia, and Czech-American relations. The meeting will be closed to the media.

Pavel hosted a similar congressional delegation last June, when discussions covered transatlantic ties, security in Europe, trade cooperation, and energy.

The Czech president has repeatedly described the United States as a key NATO ally, while also stressing that strong relations should allow for open disagreement. Earlier this year, he criticised US President Donald Trump over his approach to NATO allies.