On Monday, 24 November 2025, Polish President Karol Nawrocki and First Lady Marta Nawrocka began an official visit to the Czech Republic. In the courtyard of Prague Castle, the presidential couple was welcomed by Czech President Petr Pavel and his wife Eva Pavlová. This event is an important step in strengthening Polish-Czech relations, especially in the context of the upcoming summit of the Visegrad Group (V4).
Welcome Ceremony and First Talks
The visit began with a formal ceremony at Prague Castle, the historic seat of Czech rulers. President Nawrocki and the First Lady were warmly welcomed by their hosts, which underlined the close ties between the two countries. After the welcome, the presidents held a one-on-one meeting, followed by plenary talks between the delegations. Around noon, a joint press conference is scheduled, at which the leaders will discuss key bilateral issues.
The topics of discussion included Polish-Czech relations, cross-border cooperation, economic ties and energy. Marcin Przydacz, Head of the International Policy Bureau of the Chancellery of the President of the Republic of Poland, stressed that the visit is not limited to preparations for the V4 summit, but also covers current security challenges and diplomatic efforts. The president is accompanied by, among others, Deputy Head of the Chancellery Adam Andruszkiewicz, Marcin Przydacz and adviser Wanda Buk.
Visit Programme: From Breakfast to a Lecture
After the talks, the Czech presidential couple hosted an official breakfast in honour of the Polish guests. The afternoon will be filled with further items on the programme. After 3:00 p.m., President Karol Nawrocki will deliver a lecture at the prestigious Charles University in Prague, sharing his views on regional cooperation.
At the same time, First Lady Marta Nawrocka will visit the Polish St. Hedwig School at the Polish Embassy in Prague, meeting pupils and teachers. This gesture highlights the importance of education and culture in relations between nations.
At 4:30 p.m., President Nawrocki will meet Andrej Babiš, former Czech prime minister and leader of the party that won the recent parliamentary elections. This conversation may influence the future directions of political cooperation in the region.
The Significance of the Visit for the Visegrad Group
This visit is a continuation of a series of meetings by President Nawrocki in V4 countries. Earlier, on 5 November, he visited Slovakia, where he held talks with President Peter Pellegrini, Speaker of Parliament Richard Raši and Prime Minister Robert Fico. All of this is paving the way for the V4 summit in Hungary in December (3 December), where the presidents of Poland, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia will discuss regional issues, including security and economic cooperation.
Against the backdrop of current challenges, such as the energy situation in Europe and cross-border relations, the visit strengthens Poland’s position as a leader in Central Europe. Experts stress that such meetings build trust and facilitate joint action within the European Union and NATO.
A Bridge Between Nations
President Karol Nawrocki’s official visit to the Czech Republic is not merely a diplomatic ritual, but a real opportunity to deepen cooperation. In an era of global change, Polish-Czech relations are gaining in importance, and today’s events in Prague may shape the future of the entire region.
Source: Prezydent.pl
