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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20th January 2017 / Competitiveness / Technology, R&D and Innovation

INSEAD Global Talent Competitiveness Index: Czech Rep ranks 23rd, consistently ranks high in vocational and technical skills

Switzerland, Singapore and UK top the 2017 INSEAD Global Talent Competitiveness Report. The Czech Republic ranks 23rd, Brno 22nd among cities.

19th January 2017 / Competitiveness / Transport, Infrastructure and Tourism

Radio Praha: Brno plugs into transport vision with hyperloop memorandum | Video

The Czech Republic’s second city, Brno, has signed a memorandum with the company behind a revolutionary transport concept, the hyperloop, Radio Praha writes.

19th January 2017 / Competitiveness / Digital Agenda

AmCham EU's recommendations on the implementation of GDPR

On 25 May, 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) will become applicable, bringing significant changes to data protection rules across the European Economic Area (EEA). With the adoption of the GDPR, the EU recognizes the importance of harmonizing European data protection laws, in order to facilitate cross-border commerce.