Czech Finance Minister Alena Schillerová stated that the proposed revision to the conflict of interest law was not initiated due to former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš’s situation. Instead, she asserted the amendment aims to harmonize Czech legislation with existing legal frameworks within other European Union member states. Schillerová made these comments during a television appearance on Sunday. The revision has been a subject of public debate, with some suggesting it was designed to address Babiš’s past conflicts of interest. However, the Minister firmly denied this claim, emphasizing the need for broader legal consistency within the EU. The proposed changes seek to bring Czech law in line with common European practices regarding potential conflicts of interest for public officials. This clarification comes as the government continues to navigate scrutiny over transparency and ethical conduct.