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Vit Jedlicka
Vít Jedlička, born on September 6, 1983, is a Czech libertarian politician, activist, and entrepreneur best known for founding the micronation of Liberland.12 He currently serves as the President of Liberland, a self-proclaimed country located on disputed territory between Croatia and Serbia.3
Background and Education
Jedlička holds a bachelor's degree in international relations and affairs from the University of Economics, Prague (2008) and a master's degree in political science from the CEVRO Institute (2014).12 His career has spanned various fields, including sales, management, financial analysis, and IT.1
Political Career
- Joined the Civic Democratic Party in 20011
- Became a member of the Free Citizens Party (Svobodní) in 20091
- Served as the regional chairman of the Party of Free Citizens in Hradec Králové Region from 2009 to 20141
- Co-founded the community news service Reformy.cz in 20111
Liberland
On April 13, 2015, Jedlička proclaimed the Free Republic of Liberland on unclaimed land between Serbia and Croatia.13 As the founder and first President of Liberland, he aims to create a libertarian society with minimal government intervention and a free-market economy.3 Since its inception, Liberland has received applications from nearly half a million individuals for citizenship.3
Views and Ideology
Jedlička is described as a right-wing libertarian and Eurosceptic.1 He advocates for:
- Individual freedom and minimal state intrusion1
- Free-market principles and decentralization
- Cryptocurrency adoption and tax-free policies6
Current Activities
As of 2025, Jedlička continues to promote Liberland and its ideals. He has been involved in diplomatic efforts to gain recognition for the micronation and has spoken at various international conferences.5 Recently, he announced the opening of a permanent representative office for Liberland in Mexico City.4
