Czechia unveils new plans for pension reform
The change, which will see pensions indexed by inflation, has been met with opposition in parliament.
PM Fiala promotes Czech aviation and defense interests in Philippines
On the first stop of his 10-day Asian tour, Fiala said Czech defense and aviation firms seek to expand their exports to the Philippines.
The number of mortgages in Czechia rose by 60 percent in March
The mortgage market has shown signs of recovery but is still affected by high interest rates and high housing prices.
What does the current debate on VAT in Czechia mean for consumers?
Critics say that changing the VAT structure would have a large impact on low income families and do little to resolve the government's deficit.
Leader Talks: Microsoft Data & Intelligence head Adi Morun on AI, innovation, and Czechia
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Microsoft is at the forefront of advanced technological developments boosting economic productivity and quality of life.
Customs officials seize counterfeit goods worth CZK 5 million from Prague’s Sapa Market
The goods included clothing items, shoes, perfumes and fashion accessories trying to pass as originals from international sportswear and fashion brands.
Find a new home for your furniture: Prague opens its fifth re-use center
This initiative allows individuals to donate functional items they no longer need.
Czech shoemaker Vasky acquires iconic Botas footwear brand
The takeover will ensure that the Botas brand, which has been in liquidation since the start of this year, will live on.
Czech tycoon buys mining rights to over 2 billion tons of US coal
Pavel Tykač's Sev.en Global Investments firm already operates in three different continents and also has plans to invest in green energy.
Eggs-orbitant prices: Here's what you'll pay more for in your Easter shopping basket
From chocolate to booze, inflation has massively pushed up prices in Czechia, leading to what economists are calling the most expensive Easter in history.
Auto Průhonice offers discounted Volvo prices for expats living in Czechia
An authorized dealer in a municipality close to Prague has special rates for all expats employed in Czechia.
Czechia chooses favorite retailers, from drugstores to supermarkets
In a competition dominated by German retailers, the overall winner was dm-drogerie markt, while Lidl was the most popular shop.
No cause for panic, yet – Czech banks safe from European banking troubles
Strong liquidity and capitalization, combined with support from the Czech National Bank, safeguard banks against currently shaky European markets.
Equal Pay Day conference in Prague encourages women to be 'seen and heard'
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The event features a number of distinguished speakers and mentors speaking about gender equality.
Leader Talks: Maciej Galant, General Manager of BMW in Czechia
Expats.cz spoke to BMW’s General Manager for Czechia about the company’s drive to create innovative, sustainable solutions for the car industry.
Explained: Czechia’s pension controversy and what it means for expats
The government has approved a controversial change to pensions; here's how the changes could affect retirement pay for all.
Real wages in Czechia fall to record lows
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New data released by the Czech statistical office shows that the average wage fell by 6.7 percent in real terms.
