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09/21/2024
In the flood-affected Jesenicko region, voter turnout has been sporadic on Friday, with many residents voting only in the evening after finishing cleanup efforts at home. In Kobylá nad Vidnavkou, just 5% of voters had cast their ballots by 8 p.m., while nearby Velká Kraš saw 6%. In Bělá pod Pradědem, participation ranged from 8% to 12%, significantly lower than the 30% turnout in these areas four years ago. Opava, also severely impacted by floods, recorded around 20% voter turnout, while districts where polling stations were relocated saw only 10%. In Bohumín, Karviná, and other affected towns, participation ranged from 13% to 16%, with no full data available for the entire region due to the floods.
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09/21/2024
Czechs are heading to polling stations in a second and final day of voting in regional elections, excluding Prague, as well as the first round of Senate elections in some areas. Voting stations, including those in flood-affected regions, are open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for those who were unable to vote on Friday.
Some 40 parties and movements have nominated over 8,000 candidates for 675 seats on regional councils. In the Senate elections, 169 candidates are contesting 27 seats in the upper chamber.
The regional elections, in which opposition party ANO seeks to defend its victory from four years ago, are seen as a key test of the party's popularity ahead of next year’s general elections. Meanwhile, Senate elections see the governing Civic Democratic Party aiming to retain its position as the strongest faction, securing the leadership of Miloš Vystrčil.
In fifteen municipalities, people are also voting in referendums on local issues, most often on the planned construction of wind and photovoltaic power plants. Other issues include the construction of a home for the elderly, a community centre, a bypass road or approval for mining in the area.
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09/21/2024
Around 135 locations across Czechia are hosting this year’s "Experience the City Differently" street festivals today. Organized by the AutoMat association and hundreds of volunteers, the event aims to strengthen local communities and highlight the value of public spaces in cities. This year’s theme, "Slow Down," encourages people to take a break from their hectic lives. The festivals will transform streets, courtyards, parks, and squares into hubs of neighborhood gatherings, home-cooked food, culture, and children’s games in over 100 spots in Prague and 35 other towns. The event invites people to experience their streets as places for community, not just traffic.
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09/20/2024
The Czech koruna strengthened against both the euro and the US dollar by the end of the workweek. It gained five hellers against the euro, trading at 25.06 CZK/EUR, and rose by seven hellers against the dollar to 22.49 CZK/USD, according to data from Patria Online. Analyst Jaroslav Tupý from Purple Trading noted that the koruna remains steady around 25.10 CZK/EUR due to continued positive sentiment in financial markets. He added that the Czech National Bank (ČNB) is expected to cut its base interest rate by 25 basis points next week, from 4.5% to 4.25%. The ČNB last reduced the rate in early August, slowing its monetary policy easing after four half-point cuts earlier this year.
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09/20/2024
President Petr Pavel acknowledged that complications due to the recent floods will impact the elections, but assured that everyone who wishes to vote will have the opportunity. Speaking after casting his vote alongside his wife Eva in the Senate and regional elections, Pavel emphasized that while some areas face difficulties, alternative voting stations or merged districts are in place in the worst-affected municipalities. He also highlighted the importance of voting, stating that elections are the only way to drive change, and stressed the Senate's role as a democratic safeguard. Despite the floods, the government chose not to delay the elections, which Pavel considers a reasonable decision. While some logistical issues may arise, he believes they are a smaller concern compared to the potential constitutional disputes over election legality.
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09/20/2024
Expect clear to partly cloudy skies over Czechia, with occasional morning fog or low clouds. Daytime temperatures will range from 19 to 23°C.
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09/20/2024
The Olomouc region has restricted access to the flood-devastated area of Jeseník and surrounding villages as of noon today. The measure, issued by regional governor Josef Suchánek, aims to prevent an uncontrolled influx of volunteers and onlookers that could hinder rescue and cleanup operations over the weekend. Only registered volunteers, local residents, their relatives, hotel guests, emergency responders, soldiers, employees of local companies, and those involved in organizing elections will be allowed into the area. Police checkpoints have been set up on access roads, and violators face fines.
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09/20/2024
The recent floods in the Moravia-Silesia region have affected an estimated 99,700 people. This figure includes those whose properties were damaged by floodwaters and torrential rains. Around 15,000 people were at risk of losing their lives due to the floods. So far, three deaths have been confirmed, although authorities are investigating the discovery of another body found in the Ostravice River to determine if it was flood-related. Police have also reported a seventh case of looting, with a perpetrator attempting to steal electric bikes and scooters. The region remains under a state of emergency, and those caught looting face up to eight years in prison. Cleanup efforts continue, with 330 soldiers assisting in affected areas and 100 more aiding ČEZ in restoring power. Firefighters are distributing mobile washing stations, toilets, heaters, and cleaning supplies, including 1,400 dehumidifiers. The D1 highway towards Poland remains closed, but officials hope to reopen it soon.
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09/20/2024
Czechia and Luxembourg have submitted a proposal to the European Commission (EC) outlining ways to enhance the EU's single market, with a focus on simplifying and harmonizing rules for goods and services, and applying the principle of mutual recognition where possible. Endorsed by 20 member states, the strategy will be presented at a meeting of EU industry ministers on September 26. The proposal calls for reducing administrative burdens and removing barriers to cross-border business activities, emphasizing quality and consistency in implementing rules. The EC is expected to publish a new single market strategy by June 2025.
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09/20/2024
Voting is also underway in municipalities of the Moravia-Silesia and Olomouc regions, which were hit by floods last weekend. The Czech Statistical Office (ČSÚ) tested all 472 vote-counting stations on Tuesday, with only two remaining inaccessible. If those cannot be restored, the CSÚ will relocate them to backup locations, ensuring that the election results will not be affected, according to spokesperson Jan Cieslar. However, vote counting is expected to be delayed compared to normal due to the merging of election commissions in some districts and disrupted transport infrastructure.
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