According to the Czech government’s official schedule, Meloni will be received this afternoon at the seat of government by Babiš; they will hold a bilateral meeting and subsequently issue a joint statement.
A key expected outcome is the adoption of the Italy-Czech Republic Action Plan 2026-2030, aimed at expanding cooperation in areas such as politics, the economy, defense and security, infrastructure, research, innovation, migration, and competitiveness, the Italian news agency Nova reported.
Meloni will be accompanied by Italian Minister of Economy and Finance Giancarlo Giorgetti, signaling the importance attached to economic matters during the mission. Regarding energy, Rome and Prague are preparing joint proposals to present at the upcoming European Council meeting in October, focusing on high energy costs and a review of the European Union Emissions Trading System (ETS).
The agenda also covers the European Union’s (EU) future multiannual financial framework, cohesion policy, and the Common Agricultural Policy, as well as the management of migration flows.
According to the Italian government, the visit also includes the launch of the Italy-Czech Republic Year of Culture 2027-2028, designed to promote cultural initiatives and strengthen historical ties between the two countries. jdt/arm/mem/mml
