Minister Schwarzenberg recovering from heart surgery

Minister Karel Schwarzenberg, who is 70, is currently recovering from heart surgery at a German clinic after undergoing surgery in Austria. The minister had a heart problem and suffered from hypertension. He is expected to remain at the clinic for a few more days before getting spa treatment. According to the ministry’s spokeswoman Zuzana Opletalova Mr. Schwarzenberg should return to his duties in late March.