Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis has publicly expressed his frustration with Germany's inadequate cross-border transport connections, particularly after a meeting with Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder. Babis described the current state of transport links between Germany and the Czech Republic as 'sad,' highlighting the pressing need for improvements as his country seeks to enhance bilateral relations and infrastructure connectivity. He pointed out that the lack of adequate roads and railways hinders economic cooperation and travel between the two nations.

Babis emphasized the urgency of addressing the 20 kilometers of missing highway needed to connect the A93 toward the Czech border, urging the German side to allocate necessary funding for its completion. He expressed doubt about Germany’s commitment to expanding the railway system toward his country, calling on German leadership, including Chancellor Friedrich Merz, to take decisive action. The Czech government is also working on resolving its internal connections, with plans to complete a missing link between Prague and Karlovy Vary by 2029, or possibly even earlier.

This exchange not only underscores the logistical challenges faced by both nations but also points to the broader implications of insufficient infrastructure in European integration efforts. By improving these transport links, both countries stand to benefit economically and strengthen their partnership in an increasingly interconnected Europe.