Michael Kretschmer to visit Prague for economic talks

Saxony Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer will travel to Prague on October 1 and 2 to strengthen economic and regional cooperation between Saxony and the Czech Republic. During the visit, Kretschmer is scheduled to meet with Czech Trade Minister Karel Havlicek and the Governor of the Ústí nad Labem region, Richard Brabec.

The trip includes discussions focused on research, innovation, energy, and infrastructure. Kretschmer emphasized the importance of pooling resources between the two neighbors to navigate challenging economic times. Additionally, the visit involves meetings with the German-Czech Chamber of Industry and Commerce and the German-Czech Future Fund.

Saxony will also serve as the guest state at the German Embassy’s reception for German Unity Day in Prague. Various Saxon cultural and industrial representatives, including the Meißen porcelain manufactory and Glashütte Original, will participate in the celebrations.