Economic policy

This section reports on economic policy initiatives of the Czech government, the EU, and other entities that have a direct impact on the competitiveness of the country. It also includes information on economic priorities of the AmCham and other leading associations.

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18th March 2020 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

IMF: Policy Action for a Healthy Global Economy

While quarantining and social distancing is the right prescription to combat COVID-19’s public health impact, the exact opposite is needed when it comes to securing the global economy. Constant contact and close coordination are the best medicine to ensure that the economic pain inflicted by the virus is relatively short-lived.

25th February 2020 / Economic policy / Employment and Social Affairs

The first 2020 Workforce Report shows demographic and internal migration trends strengthening

AmCham's series of workforce reports are constructed to help businesses plan investment. The reports are structured to track local trends and compare them to other countries in the EU. This helps companies understand the comparative value delivered by the Czech Republic's top asset: its workforce.

18th February 2020 / Economic policy / Tax & Finance

AmCham Issue Analysis: Digital Services Tax is high risk for uncertain reward

Should all companies pay their fair share of tax? Yes. The combination of the EU Common Market and virtual goods make determining what is fair very complicated.