NATO Chief: China’s coercive policies are a concern for us in the Euro-Atlantic

Stoltenberg expressed his gratitude for Czechia's support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression, citing the country's provision of critical military equipment and hosting of Ukrainian refugees.

The leaders also discussed concerns about China's coercive policies, with Stoltenberg commending Czechia's new strategy on the Indo-Pacific.

He emphasized the need for continued collaboration among NATO Allies and partners to defend shared values and the rules-based international order.

Stoltenberg expressed his anticipation of working with President Pavel and the Czech government in preparation for NATO's Vilnius Summit in July.

Notably, President Pavel previously chaired the NATO Military Committee from 2015 to 2018. (ILKHA)