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European Parliament President Schulz said: "I congratulate Miloš Zeman on winning the Presidential elections in the Czech Republic, becoming the third head of state since 1993.
The Czech people who have chosen a President with strong European credentials, who as Prime Minister helped to negotiate European Union membership for the Czech Republic. I look forward to cooperating with him.
"In our difficult economic times, the Head of State is especially important in supporting people in their daily challenges and encouraging the government to deal with their problems effectively.
I am confident that Miloš Zeman will be a President of dialogue and reconciliation, under whose stewardship the Czech Republic will play an important role in our debate about the future of Europe."
Press release © European Parliament
In his message of congratulations, EC President Barroso said:
"On behalf of the European Commission and myself, I would like to send you my warm congratulations on your election as President of the Czech Republic…
You assume the highest office of state at a crucial moment: the European Union is taking important decisions that will affect its future shape and its position in the world while still being confronted with serious economic challenges.
The citizens of the Czech Republic have elected in you a personality who in his previous role of prime minister made a significant contribution to the country’s transformation and its subsequent accession to the European Union. I am therefore confident that in your new capacity you will contribute positively and constructively to our joint effort to respond to the challenges faced by our union and our Member States."
Press release © European Commission
Statement by Prime Minister Petr Nečas
See also in-depth study on Miloš Zeman by Robert Schuman Foundation