"Havel... might use his authority for the benefit of Kosovo," Rugova said after meeting Czech Prime Minister Jiri Paroubek, who in Pristina offered that a Czech political figure help in finding a solution for the UN-administered province in southern Serbia.
During talks with Paroubek, Rugova insisted on the recognition of Kosovo's independence.
The Czech official said the best and most realistic solution for Kosovo's future status was the one to be reached in Pristina-Belgrade negotiations.
Paroubek said the most important thing for the Czech Republic was finding a political solution as any other would not be acceptable. He added his country was willing to help representatives of Pristina and Belgrade reach such a solution.