Karel Schwarzenberg is a Czech politician and nobleman, born on December 10, 1937. He served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic from 2007 to 2009 and again from 2010 to 2013. Schwarzenberg is a member of the TOP 09 party and has been involved in Czech politics for several decades, advocating for democratic values and European integration. In addition to his political career, Schwarzenberg is known for his aristocratic background, being a member of the Schwarzenberg family, which has a long history in the Czech lands. He is also recognized for his work in promoting human rights and his efforts to preserve Czech cultural heritage.