The Czech government will determine which representatives will attend the NATO summit in Ankara this July. President Petr Pavel will not be attending the summit, citing potential conflicts with the government. Pavel has previously indicated he may pursue a constitutional complaint if prevented from participating in such events. The decision follows a disagreement between the President and the government regarding representation at international summits. This marks a notable departure from tradition, as the President typically leads the Czech delegation at NATO summits. The government has not yet announced who will lead the delegation in Pavel’s absence. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the presidential and executive branches of the Czech government.