The Czech Independence Day

A gala evening dedicated to the Czech Independence Day, the main state holiday, when the day of formation of the independent Czechoslovakia is celebrated, took place at the Ambassador Hotel on October, 26. Members of the St. Petersburg Government, prominent figures in the fields of culture and arts of Russia, representatives of the diplomatic corps were invited to take part in the celebration. Nowadays the Czech Republic is a full-fledged member of the European Union, having equal rights with the others, it is a country that seeks to establish partnerships with all democratic states. Relationships with Russia are one of the priorities forthe Republic.

The Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will visit the Czech Republic in the beginning of December.There will be a unique cultural event besides political and business negotiations.The exhibition of treasures from the Moscow Kremlin will be presented in the Prague Castle.The exhibition will be opened by President Medvedev. The Consul General of the Czech Republic in St. Petersburg Mr. Karel Haranza said the following: "It is very important when countries cooperate in all spheres — from politics to business, culture and education. Our Consulate seeks to support business contacts, various joint Czech-Russian projects, presents the Czech culture in every possible way and it certainly supports inbound tourism to the Czech Republic". Next year the Consulate General of the Czech Republic will present a lot of interesting things to the people of St. Petersburg: an exhibition of the famous Czech glass, concerts of Czech musicians, Czech films and interesting historical exhibitions. Concluding his speech, Karel Haranza emphasized that the Consulate is open to cooperation, is ready to support projects in various sectors: trade, industry, culture and education.