Economic policy

This section reports on economic policy initiatives of the Czech government, the EU, and other entities that have a direct impact on the competitiveness of the country. It also includes information on economic priorities of the AmCham and other leading associations.

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Spotlight issue

27th March 2020 / Economic policy / Employment and Social Affairs

Comment of the British Chamber of Commerce in the CR, French-Czech Chamber of Commerce in the CR, Nordic Chamber of Commerce in the CR and American Chamber of Commerce in the CR on „Program Antivirus"

The spread of the coronavirus has caused an economic crisis as both companies and individuals have decreased demand on a wide range of a product and service. This crisis has been exacerbated by government measures aimed at restricting the rapid growth of infection and loss of life.

26th March 2020 / Economic policy / Employment and Social Affairs

Legal Alert - Assistance for persons affected by crisis measures in connection with coronavirus SARS CoV-2 - II.

Antivirus program: Wage compensation support

23rd March 2020 / Economic policy / Macroeconomic Indicators, Economic Growth

Czech confidence fell, but less than expected

Czech confidence fell in March at the fastest pace since 2011, reaching the lowest level since 2013. However, data was collected in the first half of the month and understates the real impact of recent shutdowns amid Covid-19