Drought, Debts, and a Presidential Candidate: What Babiš Addresses, Will Address, or Doesn't Address at All

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has pushed back against criticism regarding the government's response to the ongoing drought. Appearing on the program "Za pět minut dvanáct" (Five Minutes to Twelve) on TV Nova, Babiš argued that media attention and opposition focus on the drought issue are recent.

"The media have only now woken up to the drought. Now the opposition has woken up. We have been addressing it and are addressing it," Babiš stated. He insisted that his government possesses a clear plan to combat the effects of the dry conditions. As an example, he pointed to the renewal of a "coalition against drought," an initiative he claims the government has been actively involved with.

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The media have only now woken up to the drought. Now the opposition has woken up. We have been addressing it and are addressing it.

The Prime Minister's remarks suggest a divergence in perception between his administration and external observers regarding the urgency and handling of the drought crisis. While Babiš emphasizes ongoing government efforts, the comments indicate a political framing of the issue, positioning his government as proactive despite external pressures.

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According to him, the government has a clear plan.