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Obligations of Czech statutory bodies in relation to the coronavirus crisis
By way of introduction
The coronavirus pandemic has led to the closure of establishments, cancellation of cultural and sporting events, trade shows, concerts, etc. – and thus to a decrease in turnover, delays in supply of services and goods, and problems with liquidity for companies. While these things affect primarily the companies themselves, they impact also people representing those companies, manoeuvring like steersman in these uncertain times, the statutory bodies of legal entities, primarily members of the board of directors of joint- stock companies and directors of limited liability companies
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State aid concerning COVID-19
I. EU State aid framework
The coronavirus pandemic represents a significant economic threat to the EU economy, it has resulted in significant delivery delays, disrupted international cooperation between supply chains, the closure of state borders, and the closure of the vast majority of shops and factories.
COVID-19: Banking and Finance implications
The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the world financial markets and its impact is becoming evident in the banking sector as well as in debtor-creditor relationships. Considering the extent of possible consequences, the initiatives of the Czech government, ministries and the central bank and cooperation of the banking sector are key factors.
COVID-19 Resource calculator for Hospitals
Rush Medical University in Chicago together with Microsoft team has developed an app COVID-19 Resource calculator to forecast the patient's admission, medical inventories, and beds, based on applicable growth models (the models differs from state to state). This app is running in Azure – you can see it here: http://covid19forecast.rush.edu/.
Government proposes relief for tenants on rent and service charges for business premises due to COVID-19
On 1 April 2020, the Czech government introduced a bill proposal aiming to help tenants of business premises to endure measures imposed by the government in recent weeks due to the spread of COVID-19. The proposed conditions of relief are summarized below.
Strategic Directions for Czech Economic Policy
- Transition to High-Tech Manufacturing and Exports
- The City Campus as Idea Factory
- Government Programs and Processes That Drive Innovation
- Government as a Competitive Advantage, including Digitization
Advocacy Priorities for 2023
Technology, People, Infrastructure
Actions Recommended in Areas:
1. Establishing Policy Objectives for Research.
2. Research Investment and Cooperation. Big Bets (Key Technology Projects).
3. Establishing Databases for Tracking Public Policy Outcomes.
4. Public Procurement as an Innovation Tool.
5. Immigration of STEM Talents.
6. Digitization of Immigration.
7. Adult Reskilling and Upskilling.
8. Digitization of Land Use.
9. Infrastructure Development, including Technology Parks.
Read the documents in English and Czech.
Policy pipeline
In Policy Pipeline policy developments in the Czech Republic and abroad are monitored to bring better understanding of current topics and trends.
