Czech budget freezes defense spending, boosts transport and families

The government is keeping defense at 2 percent of GDP, meeting NATO commitments but adding no extra, focusing instead on transport and family programs.

Expats.cz Staff ČTK

Written by Expats.cz Staff,  ČTK Published on 26.01.2026 16:42:00 (updated on 26.01.2026) Reading time: 2 minutes

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The Czech government on Monday approved its draft 2026 budget, pledging extra cash for roads, rail, and support for families, while opting not to raise defence spending above the current NATO benchmark of 2 percent of GDP.

The draft now heads to parliament, with ministers outlining where the additional money would go and where spending will remain capped.

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