Eurostat: Prague is the fourth-richest region in the EU
Prague has one of the highest rates of GDP per capita in the whole EU, based on purchasing power parity.
Czech president's Paris visit reinforces ties with key ally
During his meeting with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, Pavel honored the late Václav Havel while also discussing support for Ukraine.
Czech companies forming an alliance to push carbon neutrality
The Alliance for an Emission-Free Future aims to facilitate decarbonization so Czech firms can reduce emissions without losing competitiveness.
EES and ETIAS: EU confirms new timeline for border controls
After several delays, the EU has finally revealed a timeline for introducing new systems to monitor the flow of third-country tourists.
A1 certification for business travel: What is it and who needs to apply?
The internationally recognized A1 certification essentially verifies you pay social security contributions in a specific EU country.
Czech foreign minister: EU accession negotiations for Ukraine should begin soon
Jan Lipavský also admitted that Ukraine has substantial work ahead in adapting its legal framework to align with EU standards.
Czech anti-drug coordinator sparks controversy with proposal for legalizing cocaine
Government officials and addiction experts remain skeptical despite the fact that regulation has proven successful in other European countries.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to visit Czechia in early October
Czechia and Israel have long had a close relationship, with Netanyahu previously saying that Israel had 'no better friend' in Europe than Czechia.
New EU app helps Czech-based travelers during emergency situations abroad
Czech tourists will be able to get information about flight and ferry cancellations, weather changes, and consumer rights.
Czech Minister of Labor advocates for euro adoption by 2030
Marian Jurečka says Czechia will fulfill the Maastricht criteria by the end of the decade.
Czech PM responds to Orbán accusation of Czechia 'switching sides'
Petr Fiala disapproved with his Hungarian counterpart's claims that Czechia had abandoned Hungary in its fight for EU sovereignty.
EXPLAINED: The rules for working abroad remotely for a Czech-based company
The rapidly increasing trend of companies allowing employees to work from abroad provides more freedom, though not without administrative obstacles.
Czechia to apply for UN Security Council seat in 2031 and 2032
Three decades since Czechia's last stint as a non-permanent member of the council, Prague is now seeking to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Czechia continues to record lowest unemployment in EU, April data show
The highest demand for new employees was in the Czech capital.
‘In the climate crisis, every month counts’: Czechs protest against coal mining extension
The prolongation of mining operations in the north of Czechia has angered protesters, who want to reduce the reliance on the energy source.
News in brief for May 2: Czechia records greatest budget deficit in history of the republic
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, updated regularly to keep you up to speed.
EU approves emission allowance reform – where does Czechia stand?
EU countries have given the final approval to the biggest revamp Europe's carbon market to date.