Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency

This section details initiatives to make government a competitive advantage. It includes analysis and reports of government initiatives, as well as data on accountability and performance measures.

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22nd December 2022 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency


Keeping you up to speed - Russian and Belarus sanctions update

Following the invasion of Ukraine by Russia, the UK, EU and US have all responded by announcing significant sanctions in respect of Russia and Belarus. This briefing summarises the key developments and supplements our previous briefings.
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19th December 2022 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency


Czech Republic Significant Market Power Act fundamentally redesigned

As of 1 January 2023, a significant amendment to the Act on Significant Market Power takes effect.
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1st December 2022 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency


5% social security contributions reduction for employers who employ selected groups of jobseekers

As of next year, employers may apply a 5% reduction to the employer’s social security contributions for their employees. The rationale behind the relevant amendment to the Act on Social Security and Employment Policy Contributions is to motivate employers to hire individuals who, due to their age or various life situations, cannot enter into full-time employment.
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Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic