Competitiveness

This section feature research, opinion and progress reports on how the Czech Republic compares to other EU countries economically. It includes analysis of international rankings such as the WEF and World Bank.

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15th January 2021 / Competitiveness / Energy and Environment

Pathways to decarbonize the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic has reduced GHG emissions significantly after 1990 but remains the fourth largest GHG emitter per capita in the EU. This report aims at presenting a cost-effective pathway for the Czech Republic to reduce GHG emissions in line with the expected targets of the European Green Deal, including the investments needed.

14th January 2021 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs

Old/new programmes to support employers at the time of the pandemic

At the turn of December and January, the government approved a series of compensatory measures with a total value of CZK 10 billion. Some compensatory measures are brand new; other represent only extensions of existing ones. Below we summarise those intended to help employers preserve jobs.

5th January 2021 / Competitiveness / Technology, R&D and Innovation

Total Expenditure on R&D in Czech Republic in 2019 Increased to 1.94% of GDP

Total expenditure on research and development in the Czech Republic in 2019 reached 1.94% of GDP, nominally CZK 111.6 bn, which is an increase by almost CZK 9 bn year-on-year. Business sector invested the total of CZK 64.7bn in 2019. National public investment into R&D reached CZK 37.6bn. Resources from EU funds reached CZK 8bn.