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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16th September 2020 / Competitiveness / Health Care

T-Mobile to enable free calls to 1221

Beginning September 9, T-Mobile Czech Republic will not charge any fees for calls to 1221, the information hotline of the Public Health Service of the Czech Republic. By making the line available free of charge, the operator wants to help again in the fight against the coronavirus and make the access to important information from public health authorities easier to all customers.

15th September 2020 / Competitiveness / Technology, R&D and Innovation

Here's what you need to know about the 5G revolution

Everything you need to know about the 5G revolution, from performance to security

15th September 2020 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs

Adaptation/integration courses for foreigners in the CR

The adaptation and integration of foreigners has been a hot topic worldwide. The first element of foreigner integration was introduced to Czech legislation already in 2009 in the form of a Czech language exam as a precondition for certain types of permanent residence permits. The next step will now be the duty of foreigners/holders of certain types of long-term or permanent residence permits to attend an adaptation/integration course; this shall apply from 1 January 2021.