Press Advisories
1. 7. 2009
Sweden takes over the EU Council Presidency from the Czech Republic on 1 July 2009
The main priorities of the Swedish Presidency include the fight against the consequences of the economic crisis and against climate change.
1. 7. 2009
Conclusion of the Czech Presidency in the Garden of the Straka Academy
The Czech presidency was officially concluded yesterday in the presence of Primer Minister Jan Fischer and his predecessor Mirek Topolánek.
30. 6. 2009
Press Statement of PM Jan Fischer on the Ruling of German Constitutional Court
“I see today’s decision of the German Constitutional Court as an important positive step towards the ratification of the Lisbon Treaty and towards institutional stability of the European Union.
30. 6. 2009
Prime Minister: Freedom and Justice are Essential Values for Every Human Being
Speaking at the end of the international Holocaust Era Assets Conference, Jan Fischer mentioned the historical bequest of Shoa, justice, freedom, and coming to terms with the legacy of the past.
29. 6. 2009
Czech Presidency as a series of results
The Committee for the EU of the Czech Government today adopted a summary of the “Results of the Czech Presidency of the Council of the EU”, outlining the achievements of the Czech Presidency.
25. 6. 2009
International conference on Holocaust marks the end of the Czech Presidency
On 26 – 30 June 2009, Prague and Terezín will host the Holocaust Era Assets Conference, which should raise awareness of this dark chapter of European history and of social programmes for Nazi victims.
23. 6. 2009
Declaration by the Presidency on behalf of the EU concerning post-election crisis in Iran
The EU, in full respect of the sovereignty of Iran, closely follows the development of the post-election situation in Iran, and expects the crisis to be settled through democratic dialogue and peaceful means.
22. 6. 2009
Contemporary Czech artists and designers get creative with their Europe
Can an art object or a piece of jewellery signify a political vision? How do artists, designers and architects approach Europe? Tracing the borders between politics and contemporary art, a daring EESC-commissioned design exhibition opens on Monday and invites us to find out.
19. 6. 2009
Czech Presidency rounds off European Council with success
On 18 and 19 June the European Council presided by Czech Prime Minister Jan Fischer was held.
