Press Advisories
2. 3. 2016 23:45
Prime Minister Sobotka met with the Foreign Minister of Luxembourg Asselborn
The main topic of discussion was the European agenda. Concerning migration, they agreed to maintain Schengen, free movement across the Union and better protection of the EU’s external borders.
This year the Czech Republic along with the Duchy of Luxembourg will celebrate the 700th anniversary of the birth of the Count of Luxembourg, King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV. This important anniversary reminds us of Czech-Luxembourg history. During the meeting the Prime Minister showed his appreciation that Grand Duke Henry of Luxembourg accepted an invitation to participate in the celebration of this important anniversary.
Luxembourg is an important partner for foreign trade and investment.
Bohuslav Sobotka last met with Jean Asselborn in Prague during his last visit to the Czech Republic in 2014.