In an interview with local media on September 6, Czech President Zeman criticized Senate Chairman Westerkir’s trip to Taiwan as a “provocation by a little boy”, saying that in the history of diplomatic relations between Czechoslovakia and China, the Czech Republic has always adhered to it. The "One China" principle. Westerkir's words and deeds are contrary to UN resolutions and the Czech Republic's China policy. This is a huge political mistake.
Zeman also refuted the claim that Westerker’s visit to Taiwan would bring economic benefits to the Czech Republic. He said that China is second only to Germany and is the Czech Republic’s second largest trading partner. There is no doubt about Westerker’s visit. Will harm the interests of the Czech Republic.
In addition, Zeman also said that because Westerkir did not abide by the rules, he insisted on going to Taiwan under the opposition of the president, the prime minister, the chairman of the House of Representatives, the foreign minister and others, so he decided not to invite Westerkir to participate. The foreign policy coordination meeting attended by the country's highest constitutional official is held every quarter in the presidential palace.
On the 6th, Czech Prime Minister Babiš fought fiercely in a televised debate with West Cil, accusing him of violating the "one China" principle.
Prior to this, Babis also commented that Westerch had no experience in handling international relations and was an amateur diplomatic enthusiast who didn't even understand English.
On the same day, Czech Foreign Minister Petricek also stated to the local media that the Czech foreign policy is determined by the government, not the chairman of the Senate, and the Czech Republic’s China policy determined in the 1990s will not change.
(Headquarters reporter Xu Ming)