Petr Macinka, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic
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Petr
Macinka

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic

Appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs · 15 December 2025
2025 Appointed Foreign Minister
MFA Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Deputy PM Member of the Czech Government
Minister

Leading Czech foreign policy.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs heads the ministry responsible for the Czech Republic's diplomatic relations and worldwide network of missions.

Background

Petr Macinka was born in Hodonín in 1978 and studied political science and international relations at the CEVRO Institute.

Office of the President

From 2008 to 2013 he worked in the Office of the President of the Republic, including service as Deputy Director of its Press Department.

Public life

From 2013 to 2025, Macinka worked at the Václav Klaus Institute. In October 2025 he was elected to the Chamber of Deputies.

Foreign Minister

He was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs on 15 December 2025 and serves in the government of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

Ministry portfolio

The work of Czech diplomacy.

01

Foreign Relations

Coordinates the Czech Republic's bilateral relationships and engagement with foreign governments.

02

Diplomatic Network

Leads a worldwide network of embassies, permanent missions, consulates and diplomatic personnel.

03

Multilateral Affairs

Represents Czech interests through international and regional organizations and diplomatic forums.

04

Consular Affairs

Oversees the broader framework supporting Czech citizens and consular services abroad.

05

European Affairs

Participates in Czech foreign-policy coordination concerning European partners and institutions.

06

Public Diplomacy

Advances international understanding of Czechia through diplomatic, cultural and public engagement.

Official ministry

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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