Czech President Petr Pavel expressed support for a professional discussion regarding the role of public service media in the Czech Republic, according to representatives from Czech Television (ČT) and Czech Radio (ČRo). The announcement followed a meeting between Pavel and the heads of both broadcasters, René Zavoral of Czech Radio and Milan Fridrich of Czech Television. The meeting also included leadership from the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). Zavoral and Fridrich jointly informed journalists of the President’s position after the discussions concluded. The impetus for the debate stems from ongoing questions about the funding and independence of ČT and ČRo. Pavel’s backing signals a potential opening for a broader national conversation on the subject. Further details regarding the scope and timeline of the debate have not yet been released.