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

30th May 2018 / Competitiveness / Technology, R&D and Innovation


Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company first to produce brand new category - plant based beverages AdeZ

AmCham toured the upgraded and expanded Coca-Cola bottling facility with Coca Cola's Managing Director in the Czech Republic Josef Karásek. Coca-Cola is celebrating 25 years of operating in the Czech Republic.
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25th May 2018 / Competitiveness / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth


European Semester Spring Package: Czech Rep is enjoying an economic upswing, but increasing tax system complexity is a concern and certain regulatory burdens are deterring further investment

As economic growth accelerated significantly in 2017, the Czech Republic is in a good position to address remaining structural challenges. The Czech Republic is enjoying an economic upswing. Labour market indicators set new records but at the same time signal limits to future growth. Inflation has moved above the central bank’s 2.0 % target. These are conclucions of the European Semester report published by the European Commission on 23 May.
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23rd May 2018 / Competitiveness / Transport, Infrastructure and Tourism


The Congress Prague Introduces Its New Web with an Extensive Service Suppliers Search Tool

The Prague Convention Bureau, which acts as an official representative of the capital city of Prague in the field of the meetings industry, introduced its new web pages. The web includes general information about Prague for event organizers, as well as instructions on how to obtain free marketing and financial support for their events with the assistance of Prague Convention Bureau. The site also includes an extensive tool for searching certified service suppliers operating in the meetings industry. The new Prague Convention Bureau web was developed by the AITOM Digital internet agency.
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Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic