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Create an account Reset password Already have an account? Log in From now on you can download videos from our website If you would also like to subscribe to the newsletter and receive our latest updates, click on the button below. Enter the email address you registered with and we will send you a code to reset your password. The password must be at least 12 characters long, no spaces, include upper/lowercase letters,...
Create an account Reset password Already have an account? Log in From now on you can download videos from our website If you would also like to subscribe to the newsletter and receive our latest updates, click on the button below. Enter the email address you registered with and we will send you a code to reset your password. The password must be at least 12 characters long, no spaces, include upper/lowercase letters, numbers and symbols. Click the button to return to the page you were on and log in with your new password. 16 April 2026 1 MIN READ On Thursday (16 April 2026), NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, had talks in Prague with the Prime Minister of Czechia, Andrej Babiš. They discussed the current security environment, defence investment, production, and Ukraine. The Secretary General welcomed Czechia’s commitment to the Alliance. Speaking after the meeting, Mr. Rutte highlighted Czechia’s contributions to Euro-Atlantic security, including troops in NATO’s Forward Land Forces, personnel with NATO’s KFOR peacekeeping mission in Kosovo, and jets deployed for NATO Air Policing. The Secretary General underlined the importance of Allied defence investment in a more dangerous world: “Increasing defence spending is essential so that we have the forces, the resources, and the capabilities to keep our people safe.” Mr. Rutte explained that more defence spending and production also “promotes economic growth, inspires innovation, and creates jobs.” On Ukraine, the Secretary General highlighted the vital impact of the Czech-led ammunition initiative. He also welcomed the announcements of further support by NATO Allies and partners at yesterday’s meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group in Berlin: “Ukraine needs our help to defend against Russia today, be in a strong position to secure peace, and deter against any future aggression.” Mr. Rutte said he looked forward to working closely with Prime Minister Babiš: “We count on a strong Czechia in a strong NATO.” Link was copied to clipboard GALLERIES NATO Secretary General visits Czechia 16 April 2026 1 / 10 NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia Joint press conference by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia Joint press conference by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia Joint press conference by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte meets with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia Back VIEW METADATA VIEW IMAGE Assets details Description Creation date Location Themes Reference Resolution Aspect radio Format Usage right Credit GALLERIES NATO Secretary General visits Czechia Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 NATO Secretary General visits Czechia [Opening] Joint press conference by the NATO Secretary General with the Prime Minister of Czechia View usage rights Usage rights CLOSE NATO has the sole copyright for these videos and a credit mention is required should footage be used Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 NATO Secretary General visits Czechia [Q&A] Joint press conference by the NATO Secretary General with the Prime Minister of Czechia View usage rights Usage rights CLOSE NATO has the sole copyright for these videos and a credit mention is required should footage be used. Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 NATO Secretary General visits Czechia NATO Secretary General visits Czechia View usage rights Usage rights CLOSE NATO has the sole copyright for these videos and a credit mention is required should footage be used. TITLE DATE DURATION Joint press conference by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia 0:00 / 0:00 Audio Language Selection: Audio Language Selection: Download Playback speed Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Download Playback speed Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Joint press conference by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte with Andrej Babiš, Prime Minister of Czechia 0:00 / 0:00 Audio Language Selection: Audio Language Selection: Download Playback speed Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Download Playback speed Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2 Back 0.25 0.5 0.75 Normal 1.25 1.5 1.75 2
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