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3rd March 2022 / Good governance / Employment and Social Affairs


Immigration information for Ukrainian Citizens

Immigration information for Ukrainian Citizens newly arrived to the Czech Republic

The following information is for newly arrived Ukrainian citizens in the Czech Republic. It is not intended for foreigners who are employed in the Czech Republic or have any residence status in the Czech Republic.

 

 

3rd March 2022 / Good governance / Social Responsibility


AURES Holdings donated CZK 3,000,000 to help Ukraine and sent it to People in Need charity

AURES Holdings has sent CZK 3,000,000 to the humanitarian organization People in Need to help Ukraine. It also announced a cash collection among employees. It will also provide material and logistical assistance.

3rd March 2022 / Good governance / Social Responsibility


Vodafone helps Ukraine. Free calls and roaming were introduced, charged SIM cards to refugees were donated and a collection of mobile was launched phones

In times of crisis, it is important that people can stay connected. That's why Vodafone is also offering a helping hand to war-torn Ukraine and its people. In addition to introducing free calls between the Czech Republic and Ukraine, we are supporting refugees by donating SIM cards with a credit of CZK 500. Anyone can also participate in the collection of mobile phones.

3rd March 2022 / Competitiveness / Digital Agenda


5G technology for the development of innovative projects: T-Mobile has entered into a partnership with the Technical University of Liberec

On 24 February 2022, T-Mobile and the Technical University of Liberec concluded a memorandum of long-term cooperation. TUL thus becomes the third Czech university where T-Mobile is implementing its 5G Stand Alone private network solution. This will give students access to state-of-the-art technologies and a super-fast network, while companies will have the space to develop and implement solutions leading to faster digitalisation of the Czech industry.

 

3rd March 2022 / Good governance / Employment and Social Affairs


Ombudsman: how to improve treatment of EU workers

EU legislation aims to ensure that in member states, domestic workers and those from other EU countries are treated equally. A level-playing field is essential for free movement in the EU internal market. However, a recent survey by the Czech ombudsman showed that the Czech Republic has some gaps in providing equal conditions, especially when it comes to less qualified foreign workers.

Strategic Directions for Czech Economic Policy

  1. Transition to High-Tech Manufacturing and Exports
  2. The City Campus as Idea Factory
  3. Government Programs and Processes That Drive Innovation
  4. 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.

 

 

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