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.

Spotlight issue

28th April 2020 / Competitiveness / Education


School-system priorities in the age of coronavirus

Now that the immediate rush of closing K–12 schools is over, school systems must focus on four major priorities—and put equity front and center.
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22nd April 2020 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs


Free immigration consultations

Employment, stay and movement of foreigners in the Czech Republic during the state of emergency.  The extraordinary measures taken to combat the pandemic coronavirus bring daily a number of new legal issues in the areas of employment, stay and possible travelling of foreigners in the Czech Republic.
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22nd April 2020 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry


Coronavirus – a practical guide for employers in the Czech Republic

We are continually updating this guide in response to the gradual publication of official information by public authorities. Latest update: 20 April 2020, 13:00 (School closures. Ban on public and private events. Retail and services. Closure of establishments providing leisure activities and sport). We are bringing employers up-to-date practical recommendations and advice. Similar practical summaries in the areas of contractual and regulatory matters can be found in the Q&As to contracts and regulation.  
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Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic