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

8th February 2018 / Competitiveness / Digital Agenda


The GDPR and internet shops in practice / third parties

The international law firm Taylor Wessing has been working intensively on the GDPR for more than a year. A number of queries have been reported in connection with its implementation as regards online shopping. Simply by browsing an e-shop via your mobile phone or computer, you have already provided them with valuable information about your preferences, even without making a purchase. The collection of such information is used to display so-called personalized ads, and sent not only to the e-shop but also to other entities with which the e-shop collects personal data. Guidance in this area is offered by Karin Pomaizlová, a partner of the law firm Taylor Wessing Praha.  
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7th February 2018 / Competitiveness / Transport, Infrastructure and Tourism


Prague.tv: Prague Castle tops list of tourist attractions

Prague Castle, the funicular at Petřín and Prague Zoo were the city’s three biggest tourist attractions in 2017. Figures from Prague City Tourism count places with paid admission, which excludes sites like Charles Bridge as there is no way to accurately count visitors, Prague.tv writes.
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5th February 2018 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry


CTP Invest: An investor insight into business and life in the Moravian hub - Brno

Charming history. Higher and higher on the list of 'Best Student Cities'. World-renowned Masaryk University. One of the leading strategic zones in the Czech Republic. And, it's got the best bar in the country. An investor insight into business and life in the Moravian hub - Brno. By CTP Invest.
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Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic