The main topic of the first joint meeting was the expansion of mutual cooperation between the Czech Republic and Japan in the field of culture, which is governed by the agreement from 1976.

Both sides said in today's interview that relations between the two countries are at a very good level. "I consider relations with Japan to be extremely important and I am glad that there are only positive topics between our countries. The very extensive cooperation between Czech and Japanese cultural institutions is the evidence of these excellent relations, "Minister Herman said at the meeting.