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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6th February 2017 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry

More funds available to Czech innovative SMEs

In January, UniCredit Bank and Komerční banka signed a guarantee agreement with The European Investment Fund; the volume of funds available to Czech innovative businesses has risen.

6th February 2017 / Competitiveness / Employment and Social Affairs

InterNations.com Expat Insider 2016: Quality of Life Index: Czech Republic scores well for travel & transport, access to education

For the InterNations 2016 Quality of Life Index, the survey respondents/expats were asked questions about leisure options, travel & transport, health & well-being, safety & security, and personal happiness in 191 countries. The Czech Repoublic ranks 7th.

3rd February 2017 / Competitiveness / Business and Industry

CzechInvest Director UK & Ireland Operations: BREXIT: An opportunity for the Czech Republic?

While Britain still faces a long road to actual withdrawal from the EU, there is also the question of what opportunities Brexit will bring to the Czech Republic, Lucie Polášková, Director UK & Ireland Operations at CzechInvest says.