Trade tensions and German slump drag down Czechia’s economic outlook
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The EBRD lowered its 2025 outlook for Czech GDP to 1.6 percent, citing weak German industry and U.S. tariffs that could further slow export-driven growth.
EU funds at risk for Prague hospital projects amid corruption scandal
The Health Ministry warns that funding for Motol University Hospital could be forfeited if a corruption case violated EU financial interests.
Time for a change? Why more companies in Czechia want the euro
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Currency stability, risk management, and accounting simplicity make the euro an increasingly appealing option, senior executives say.
Czechia bounces back to join EU's 'top 10 healthiest economies'
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Falling inflation, growing GDP, and lower public debt all helped Czechia surge up an annual EU-wide ranking, though obstacles to growth persist.
How a complex web of Italian mafia made billions from tax fraud in Prague
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An EU-wide investigation uncovered how Italian nationals set up fraudulent businesses in Prague to avoid paying value-added tax.
Hot topic: Should passengers at Prague Airport be cut off before takeoff?
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Ryanair has called for a two-drink limit at airports to curb disruptive behavior, urging EU authorities to take action for safer flights.
Free tap water in Czech restaurants? A new law could make it a reality
A new EU-wide regulation wants to simultaneously reduce waste while offering fairer practices to consumers.
Czechia reveals action plan for upcoming EU migration pact
Today, the country has one of the lowest rates of asylum applications per capita in the European Union, with 1,397 applications filed in 2023.
Elon Musk calls Czech EU commissioner 'embodiment of evil'
The stark condemnation came after Czech MEP Věra Jourová said that Musk was unable to 'tell the difference between good and evil.'
Flight delayed? Czech ministry sheds light on how to claim compensation
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If you face delays or unexpected cancellations, you may be entitled to a lot of money – however, important exceptions apply.
Czechia goes to polls for EP election: Everything you need to know
The world’s biggest multi-country vote has a lot of issues at stake: Ukraine, the environment, and Middle East migration to name a few.
EU leaders will meet in Prague to discuss Ukraine aid this week
Following the latest attack by Russia on Kharkiv, Czech PM Petr Fiala has invited multiple EU leaders to meet in Prague on May 28.
Czech life expectancy passes pre-Covid levels, hits 80 years for first time
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Following a notable decline in 2020 and 2021, life expectancy in the Czech Republic has surpassed 2019 levels to reach 80 years for the very first time.
Czechia marks 20 years since joining EU: What has changed?
The country's economy, job market, demographic makeup, and standing in Europe have all transformed in the past two decades – here is an overview of how.
Pavel praises EU during opening of Prague-wide United Islands festival
The free festival, running until Saturday, will be held across different parts of Prague and feature performances on 23 stages from over 100 EU artists.
Czechia switches to summer time this weekend: When to change the clocks?
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The time change will impact transportation schedules, with a dozen overnight trains facing one-hour delays.
Eurostat: Prague is the fourth-richest region in the EU
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Prague has one of the highest rates of GDP per capita in the whole EU, based on purchasing power parity.
