A cross-party delegation from the Czech Republic is visiting Taiwan from Monday through Thursday to deepen Taiwan-Czech cooperation in areas such as cybersecurity, combating disinformation, and foreign interference. The visit underscores the growing ties between the two democracies, according to Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

High-Level Meetings with Taiwanese Officials

The delegation, led by Marek Benda, Chair of the Czech Republic-Taiwan Parliamentary Platform and a senior member of the Czech Chamber of Deputies, is set to meet with President William Lai, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung, and Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu. These discussions aim to explore avenues for collaboration across various sectors.

Strengthening Democratic Collaboration

In addition to government meetings, the Czech lawmakers will engage with local think tanks and experts to address pressing global challenges, including enhancing cybersecurity measures and countering foreign interference. This reflects the shared commitment of Taiwan and the Czech Republic to safeguarding democratic values.

Key Delegation Members

The delegation includes notable figures from the Czech Parliament:

• Eva Decroix, Vice Chairwoman of the Civic Democratic Party
• Jakub Michálek, a representative of the Czech Pirate Party
• Jan Jakob, a member of the TOP 09 party

Their participation demonstrates a bipartisan approach to fostering closer ties between the two nations.

This visit highlights the Czech Republic’s ongoing support for Taiwan and its dedication to strengthening partnerships in technology, security, and governance, further solidifying their democratic alliance.