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08/26/2024
The Czech government will review a bill designed to simplify and accelerate the privatization of assets from state-owned companies. The proposed legislation allows the use of multiple legal frameworks for privatization, aiming to make the process more efficient and reduce administrative burdens. It also revises rental and lease regulations for agricultural land and introduces monitoring responsibilities for soil erosion under the State Land Office. The Ministry of Agriculture supports the bill, though the Ministries of Regional Development and Finance have raised concerns, particularly about prioritizing environmentally friendly farming practices.
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08/26/2024
The weather will be mostly cloudy, with occasional breaks in cloud cover in the southeast and northwest. High temperatures will range from 19 to 24°C, with slightly warmer conditions in the southeast, reaching around 26°C.
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08/26/2024
Workers near Brno's city center discovered a World War II-era bomb, leading to the evacuation of nearby buildings and the closure of streets, including a key railway line. The bomb was found on Čelakovského Street, affecting traffic in other streets and halting rail services between Brno's main station and Brno-Slatina. The incident also disrupted public transportation, with bus and tram services rerouted or suspended. A bomb disposal expert is on-site, working to safely remove the bomb. The situation has caused delays, including for international trains.
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08/26/2024
Czech Minister of Industry and Trade, Jozef Síkela (Mayors and Independents Party), emphasized the importance of integrating more Czech companies into global supply chains, which he believes will boost the economy and accelerate innovation. Speaking to the ambassadors in Prague, Síkela highlighted the ministry’s focus on export support, which gained momentum after addressing challenges like the Ukraine war and energy crisis. He stressed the need to maintain the Czech Republic as an investor-friendly country and underscored the importance of innovation, particularly in renewable energy and energy security at both national and European levels.
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08/26/2024
Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala emphasized the nation’s efforts to enhance security and prosperity in his speech at the annual meeting of Czech ambassadors. He reaffirmed ongoing support for Ukraine and the need to contain Russian aggression, though he does not foresee a significant shift in the conflict. Fiala also underscored the importance of a realistic approach to nations influenced by Russia. Regarding the Middle East conflict, Fiala reiterated Czech support for Israel and stressed the need for de-escalation in the region. The conflict in Gaza has resulted in significant casualties on both sides.
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08/26/2024
The Czech Supreme Audit Office (NKÚ) has advised systemic reforms and budgetary caution in response to the country’s growing state spending and debt, highlighted in its review of the 2023 state financial report. Despite having a relatively low public debt-to-GDP ratio, the Czech Republic’s debt has risen rapidly, with public debt increasing by 50% over the past three years. NKÚ President Miloslav Kala emphasized the need for immediate reforms to improve the efficiency of public finances, warning that without such changes, the country’s fiscal health will continue to deteriorate.
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08/26/2024
President Petr Pavel met with regional governors and Prague Mayor Bohuslav Svoboda on Monday. In his first year in office, Pavel visited all 14 regions of the Czech Republic, focusing on local issues, visiting regional businesses, and engaging in discussions with citizens. He has expressed interest in organizing roundtable discussions on key topics such as social exclusion, education, and energy, which were highlighted during his recent visits to the Ústí nad Labem and Karlovy Vary regions. According to his office, President Pavel wants to thank the governers and mayor for their work.
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08/26/2024
The Czech Parliament is set to debate two versions of a law extending the EU emissions trading system to all fossil fuels by 2027, which could increase fuel prices by 2-3 CZK per liter. The draft of the bill is not public but was obtained by website SeznamZprávy.cz. One version proposes implementing the law gradually, deferring full responsibility to the next government, while the other seeks immediate implementation. The debate is complicated by upcoming regional elections, with concerns about the political impact of rising fuel costs. The law is part of the EU's Green Deal, which Czech politicians agreed to under previous governments.
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08/26/2024
Czech ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions abroad are gathering at Černín Palace in Prague for their regular annual meeting. The event begins on Monday with speeches by Prime Minister Petr Fiala (Civic Democratic Party) and Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský (Pirate Party). It will cover topics related to foreign policy, security, consular issues, the European Union, and economic matters. The meeting will continue until August 30, with a reception by President Petr Pavel scheduled for Tuesday at Prague Castle.
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08/25/2024
Postponing the digitisation of construction permits system would cause more economic damage to Czechia than its launch in its current form, Regional Development Minister Ivan Bartoš said in a debate programme on Czech Television on Sunday.
According to Mr. Bartoš, the money for the system’s digitalization can be drawn from the National Recovery Plan, i.e. from European resources, but the condition is that the system be launched in the third quarter of 2024.
The Minister has been under fire for persisting problems with the newly digitized system which has drawn complaints from civil servants around the country. Mr. Bartoš repeated on Czech Television that he was not considering resigning.
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