Pavel to meet Babiš to discuss new government’s program and conflict of interest

President Petr Pavel will meet ANO party leader and likely future prime minister Andrej Babiš at Prague Castle on Wednesday to discuss the program of the emerging coalition government of ANO, the Freedom and Direct Democracy (SPD) party, and the Motorists. Pavel also plans to ask Babiš about his steps to resolve a potential conflict of interest related to his ownership of the Agrofert holding. The president has emphasized that the new government must uphold Czechia’s commitments to the EU and NATO, respect international law, and protect democratic institutions, media independence, and human rights.