International, Defence and Summits · 26 April 2026

India and Czech Republic strengthen bilateral economic cooperation during official visit on April 22-23, 2026

Exam-focused facts from the 26 April 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada conducted an official visit to the Czech Republic from April 22-23, 2026.
  • The 13th session of the India-Czech Republic Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation (JCEC) was co-chaired in Prague on April 23, 2026.
  • The JCEC protocol was signed to advance collaboration in emerging sectors.
  • The India-Czech Business Forum was inaugurated to strengthen business-to-business ties and promote investment opportunities.
  • High-level bilateral meetings were held with Deputy Prime Minister Karel Havlíček and Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Jan Sechter.
  • The visit focused on innovation-driven partnerships in artificial intelligence, robotics, laser science, automotive, and advanced engineering.