Czech Republic, like most countries, has no official diplomatic ties with Chinese-claimed Taiwan, but two sides have moved closer as Beijing ratchets up military threats against the island and Taipei

Former Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen plans to visit the Czech Republic to speak at Forum 2000 and strengthen ties with Europe amid Chinese opposition. This trip underscores Taiwan's strategic geopolitical maneuvers to forge alliances in Eastern and Central Europe despite Beijing's increasing hostility.

Analysts say Tsai’s trip signals a continuation of Taiwan’s efforts to deepen ties with Central and Eastern European countries