Czechia will inaugurate a new president this week: Here's how and where to watch
The public is invited to view the inauguration but the Castle says space is limited. Here's what you need to know about this historic event.
TELL US: What would you like Czechia's new president bring to the country?
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The actions of Petr Pavel will, even if indirectly, affect expats' lives. Tell us what kind of changes you would like to see happen.
Foreign media: Pavel's win is a change in direction for Czechia
Newspapers noted that Pavel’s pro-Western stance will be a big shift from Zeman’s favoring of Russia and China.
Petr Pavel elected President of the Czech Republic
The votes are in, and the retired NATO general has defeated opponent Andrej Babiš to become the Czech Republic's fourth president.
Prague unveils special tram marking 30 years since Václav Havel's presidency
The tram celebrates three decades of an independent Czech Republic and reminds people of Havel's efforts promoting freedom.
The Czech first lady: An overlooked, yet important, role for Czechia
Life as the partner of the Czech president brings little official power, but lots of responsibility.
'Caring might be putting it too strongly': Expats sound off on the Czech presidential election
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With the second round looming, we asked non-citizens (who aren't eligible to vote for president) to comment on the election in Czechia.
Andrej Babiš, Petr Pavel advance to second round of Czech presidential election
The former Prime Minister and retired NATO general will square off against each other in a head-to-head runoff election two weeks from today.
Who won last night's debate? Czech presidential candidates square off ahead of election
The three frontrunners engaged in tense debate yesterday evening, ahead of polls opening across the country today.
ELECTION 2023: Where do Czech presidential candidates stand on key issues?
The presidential election starts this weekend. Here's how the frontrunners have weighed in on Ukraine, the economy, and equality.
Former PM Babiš acquitted: Everything you need to know about today's court decision
Following years of public debate, Babiš has been found not guilty of committing fraud. What led to this verdict?
Czech protest group to stage Prague demonstration ahead of presidential election
A Million Moments for Democracy will gather at Prague Castle, the seat of the Czech president, tomorrow ahead of next weekend's elections.
INTERVIEW: Presidential candidate Danuše Nerudová on the EU, economy, and what sets her apart
A more sustainable economy and firmly pro-Western foreign policy are the keys to a strong Czechia in the years ahead, says Nerudová.
One-third of voters still undecided in Czech presidential election
The race now sees Petr Pavel and Andrej Babiš virtually tied, with Danuše Nerudová trailing slightly.
Will Czechia elect its first female president?
Danuše Nerudová has emerged as a frontrunner for the Czech presidential elections in January and could become the nation’s first female head of state.
EXCLUSIVE: Czech presidential candidate Petr Pavel on society, Ukraine, and faith in politics
The former army general is running on a campaign to heal the divides in Czech society. He spoke to us about the political climate in the country now.
