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3rd March 2022 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth


Elevated inflation weighs on Czech household consumption

According to the refined estimate, Czech GDP grew by 0.9% qoq in 4Q21. This is fully in line with the earlier preliminary estimate. In year-on-year terms, economic growth accelerated from 3.5% in 3Q to 3.6% in 4Q. However, compared to the pre-crisis fourth quarter of 2019, the level of economic activity was still 1.9% lower.

2nd March 2022 / Good governance / Employment and Social Affairs


Current conditions for entry into the Czech Republic and subsequent residence for citizens of Ukraine

Due to the current events in Ukraine, we have prepared a brief overview of important information about the legal residence of Ukrainian citizens in the Czech Republic. You will learn what you need to do in case you would like to help someone or employ them in the Czech Republic.

1st March 2022 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency


Legal Update - February 2022

News in Legislation
  • Amendment to the Electronic Communications Act in the field of telemarketing
  • Support for small and medium-sized businesses in the field of intellectual property rights in 2022

 

1st March 2022 / Good governance / Social Responsibility


Pomozte Ukrajině! / Help the Ukraine!

Transparentní účet: 184567/0300 / Transparent account: 184567/0300

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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