Bijan Sabet
@bijansabet.com
Dad & husband • 10th U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic (ret.) • Spark Capital co-founder & partner emeritus • bijansabet.com
To my friends in tech. You went into tech/startup land to change the world for the better. So stop bending the knee, dust yourself off and speak out.
Be brave. We need all of you.
Be brave. We need all of you.
September 19, 2025 at 1:58 PM
To my friends in tech. You went into tech/startup land to change the world for the better. So stop bending the knee, dust yourself off and speak out.
Be brave. We need all of you.
Be brave. We need all of you.
On Memorial Day, we honor Americans who died for freedom.
In towns across Czechia, I remember standing beside families and strangers who have not forgotten.
Their names live on. Not just in stone. In the hearts of those who still care.
Let us all care.
In towns across Czechia, I remember standing beside families and strangers who have not forgotten.
Their names live on. Not just in stone. In the hearts of those who still care.
Let us all care.
May 26, 2025 at 10:08 AM
On Memorial Day, we honor Americans who died for freedom.
In towns across Czechia, I remember standing beside families and strangers who have not forgotten.
Their names live on. Not just in stone. In the hearts of those who still care.
Let us all care.
In towns across Czechia, I remember standing beside families and strangers who have not forgotten.
Their names live on. Not just in stone. In the hearts of those who still care.
Let us all care.
Madeleine Albright was born on this day in Prague. She never forgot where she came from or what America gave her family.
As Secretary of State, she stood for freedom, NATO, and the U.S. + Czech bond.
Her example still lights the way.
As Secretary of State, she stood for freedom, NATO, and the U.S. + Czech bond.
Her example still lights the way.
May 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Madeleine Albright was born on this day in Prague. She never forgot where she came from or what America gave her family.
As Secretary of State, she stood for freedom, NATO, and the U.S. + Czech bond.
Her example still lights the way.
As Secretary of State, she stood for freedom, NATO, and the U.S. + Czech bond.
Her example still lights the way.
You can take the boy out of the Czech Republic but you can’t take the Czech out of the boy
May 2, 2025 at 10:16 PM
You can take the boy out of the Czech Republic but you can’t take the Czech out of the boy
"This is a moral moment. It's not left or right. It's right or wrong" ~Senator Cory Booker
April 11, 2025 at 7:08 PM
"This is a moral moment. It's not left or right. It's right or wrong" ~Senator Cory Booker
The @economist.com is not pulling any punches
April 4, 2025 at 7:10 PM
The @economist.com is not pulling any punches
Many in tech forget: Steve Jobs had flaws (who doesn’t?), but he called out Rupert Murdoch personally for Fox News’s toxicity—“You’re blowing it…this is going to be your legacy.” Elon Musk embraces and fuels far-right extremism. The difference couldn’t be sharper.
April 3, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Many in tech forget: Steve Jobs had flaws (who doesn’t?), but he called out Rupert Murdoch personally for Fox News’s toxicity—“You’re blowing it…this is going to be your legacy.” Elon Musk embraces and fuels far-right extremism. The difference couldn’t be sharper.
Saw David Černý’s “Eraserhead” in Santa Monica for the first time yesterday. Felt like a little piece of Prague in California.
Warmed my heart.
Warmed my heart.
April 2, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Saw David Černý’s “Eraserhead” in Santa Monica for the first time yesterday. Felt like a little piece of Prague in California.
Warmed my heart.
Warmed my heart.
Sold the Tesla. Driving a BMW EV now. Feels better in more ways than one.
March 26, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Sold the Tesla. Driving a BMW EV now. Feels better in more ways than one.
The Czech Foreign Minister is exactly right
March 18, 2025 at 2:56 PM
The Czech Foreign Minister is exactly right
Clarity isn't just communication—it's courage, conviction, and the ability to lead through uncertainty.
March 2, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Clarity isn't just communication—it's courage, conviction, and the ability to lead through uncertainty.
Powerful. The Czech people have stood with Ukraine from day one—with courage, with compassion, and with conviction. Grateful to Czech leadership and all who continue to defend freedom and democracy. Děkuji!
https://www.expats.cz/czech-news/article/photos-thousands-rally-for-ukraine-on-prague-s-old
https://www.expats.cz/czech-news/article/photos-thousands-rally-for-ukraine-on-prague-s-old
February 24, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Powerful. The Czech people have stood with Ukraine from day one—with courage, with compassion, and with conviction. Grateful to Czech leadership and all who continue to defend freedom and democracy. Děkuji!
https://www.expats.cz/czech-news/article/photos-thousands-rally-for-ukraine-on-prague-s-old
https://www.expats.cz/czech-news/article/photos-thousands-rally-for-ukraine-on-prague-s-old
Three years ago, Russia launched its brutal invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. once led the free world against tyranny—now Trump blames Zelensky & shrugs at NATO. No wonder Germany is preparing for a future without U.S. leadership.
A gift to Putin, a blow to democracy.
A gift to Putin, a blow to democracy.
February 24, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Three years ago, Russia launched its brutal invasion of Ukraine. The U.S. once led the free world against tyranny—now Trump blames Zelensky & shrugs at NATO. No wonder Germany is preparing for a future without U.S. leadership.
A gift to Putin, a blow to democracy.
A gift to Putin, a blow to democracy.
February 9, 2025 at 6:16 PM
The dedicated public servants of the State Department deserve leadership that upholds America's values—not hate and division.
Darren Beattie's views are disqualifying and unfit for service.
Darren Beattie's views are disqualifying and unfit for service.
February 4, 2025 at 5:47 AM
The dedicated public servants of the State Department deserve leadership that upholds America's values—not hate and division.
Darren Beattie's views are disqualifying and unfit for service.
Darren Beattie's views are disqualifying and unfit for service.
The amazing team at US Embassy Prague, 2025
I’m so proud of everything we’ve accomplished together and deeply grateful for their talent, dedication, and heart.
What an incredible honor it’s been to serve alongside each and every one.
Love you all.
I’m so proud of everything we’ve accomplished together and deeply grateful for their talent, dedication, and heart.
What an incredible honor it’s been to serve alongside each and every one.
Love you all.
January 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The amazing team at US Embassy Prague, 2025
I’m so proud of everything we’ve accomplished together and deeply grateful for their talent, dedication, and heart.
What an incredible honor it’s been to serve alongside each and every one.
Love you all.
I’m so proud of everything we’ve accomplished together and deeply grateful for their talent, dedication, and heart.
What an incredible honor it’s been to serve alongside each and every one.
Love you all.
Two years ago today, I took my oath on a flag that holds deep family meaning to begin my role as U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic.
Grateful for the honor to serve and strengthen the bond between our countries 🇺🇸🤝🇨🇿
Grateful for the honor to serve and strengthen the bond between our countries 🇺🇸🤝🇨🇿
January 6, 2025 at 6:08 AM
Two years ago today, I took my oath on a flag that holds deep family meaning to begin my role as U.S. Ambassador to the Czech Republic.
Grateful for the honor to serve and strengthen the bond between our countries 🇺🇸🤝🇨🇿
Grateful for the honor to serve and strengthen the bond between our countries 🇺🇸🤝🇨🇿
Another wonderful visit to Telč, a UNESCO treasure in the Czech Republic. It’s easy to see why Czech Senate President Vystrcil is so proud of his beautiful hometown.
#rolleiflex
#rolleiflex
December 19, 2024 at 7:26 AM
Another wonderful visit to Telč, a UNESCO treasure in the Czech Republic. It’s easy to see why Czech Senate President Vystrcil is so proud of his beautiful hometown.
#rolleiflex
#rolleiflex
The magic of this residence comes alive during the holidays—wreaths are hung, lights twinkle, gingerbread appears. Some of us work, and some of us nap ;)
December 16, 2024 at 1:11 PM
The magic of this residence comes alive during the holidays—wreaths are hung, lights twinkle, gingerbread appears. Some of us work, and some of us nap ;)
As is standard practice, I submitted my resignation letter to the President today.
I’ll have more to share later, but for now I’m focused on working with our incredible U.S. Embassy Prague team and do all I can to further 🇺🇸🇨🇿 friendship and cooperation
I’ll have more to share later, but for now I’m focused on working with our incredible U.S. Embassy Prague team and do all I can to further 🇺🇸🇨🇿 friendship and cooperation
December 7, 2024 at 2:44 PM
As is standard practice, I submitted my resignation letter to the President today.
I’ll have more to share later, but for now I’m focused on working with our incredible U.S. Embassy Prague team and do all I can to further 🇺🇸🇨🇿 friendship and cooperation
I’ll have more to share later, but for now I’m focused on working with our incredible U.S. Embassy Prague team and do all I can to further 🇺🇸🇨🇿 friendship and cooperation
