An important speech that will deal with major changes in EU policy. German chancellor’s speech expected Olaf Soltz during my visit to Prague today.

His speech, which is part of his first visit to the Czech Republic as head of the German government, will focus on “a turning point in the EU”. and its implications for the European bloc, officials said ahead of his speech.

Mr. Scholz previously used the term “tipping point” in February, referring to the impact of Russia’s attack on Ukraine and the resulting shift in German foreign and security policy.

Mr. Soltz is expected to deliver a 60-minute speech in the historic main building of Charles University, which was founded in 1348 and is one of the oldest in Europe. And his predecessor as chancellor, Angela Merkel, spoke there in 2008.

Then Mr. Soltz is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Petr Fiala. Their talks are expected to focus on European energy policy, visa restrictions for Russian tourists and arms supplies to Ukraine.

The Czech Republic has assumed the presidency of the EU. July 1. It is expected that tomorrow, on Tuesday, and the day after tomorrow, on Wednesday, a council of foreign ministers will be held, as well as an EU summit. planned to be held in the Czech Republic in early October.

^{Sources: DPA, APE-MPE.}