Helena Langšádlová, a member of the Czech parliament, organized an event where concerns were raised about the influence of Chinese and Russian information operations. Experts discussed very serious hybrid threats.

On May 26, 2026, a panel discussion was held in the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, focusing on the intersection of Chinese and Russian propaganda. The discussion, organized by Member of Parliament Helena Langšádlová in collaboration with the Association for International Affairs, focused on hybrid threats, information operations, and security challenges associated with the geopolitical activities of Russia and China. Speakers emphasized the importance of protecting democratic space and the need for coordinated action by European states.

On Tuesday, May 26, a panel discussion entitled "The Intersection of Chinese and Russian Propaganda" was held in the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic. The event was supported by Member of Parliament Helena Langšádlová in collaboration with the Association for International Affairs. The debate focused primarily on issues of hybrid threats, information security, the geopolitical influence of authoritarian powers, and the impact of information operations on the European democratic environment. Analysts and experts specializing in international security, Russia, and China spoke at the event.

In her opening remarks, Helena Langšádlová described the information activities of foreign powers as a significant security challenge of the present day. "This is a strategic security threat that affects the entire society and future generations," she said during the conference. She also emphasized that democratic states must pay more attention to protecting the public space from manipulative information campaigns. One of the main speakers was analyst Ivana Karásková from the Association for International Affairs (AMO). In her presentation, she described the mechanisms that, according to her, form the basis of China's information activities abroad. She spoke, for example, about the concept of "international discursive power," which aims to strengthen the positive image of China and weaken critical voices.

“The goal is to create the impression of normalcy and marginalize criticism of Chinese policy,” it was said during her presentation. Karásková also mentioned mechanisms known as "borrowing voices," i.e., using influencers, public figures, or certain media outlets to spread positive narratives about China. She also pointed out the phenomenon of translations and the adoption of foreign articles, which, according to her, can be used to spread pro-China views.

The presentation by political geographer Michal Romancov also attracted significant attention. He pointed out the transformation of current conflicts, which, according to him, are no longer fought solely with military means, but also through information operations and the manipulation of public opinion.

“We are at war, and we need to be aware of the security risks,” said Romancov. In his presentation, he also addressed the Russian historical narrative and disputes surrounding the interpretation of events of the Second World War or the role of the Red Army. According to him, Russia is trying to strengthen its own interpretation of historical events as part of a broader geopolitical strategy.

Analyst Pavel Havlíček focused primarily on current geopolitical relations and the impact of the war in Ukraine. He described the conflict as "a brutal act of aggression by Russia against Ukraine and the West," and highlighted the economic and social consequences of the war for the region and the international community. Havlíček also discussed Russia's relations with China and India, emphasizing the importance of energy and trade ties. Regarding China, he stated that, in his opinion, Beijing "consistently pursues its geopolitical and informational interests."

The subsequent discussion also covered topics such as Chinese diaspora communities, issues of information security, and the controversies surrounding alleged "Chinese police stations" abroad. Participants agreed that the information space and hybrid threats would represent a significant security issue for European states and institutions in the coming years. In conclusion, Helena Langšádlová emphasized three key points: that China should not be underestimated, that actions should be taken in the interests of the United States and Europe, and that a broader public debate is needed about the security risks associated with the informational activities of authoritarian regimes.