Toyota has made the decision to greatly increase production at its Kolín facility and have it ready to produce electric vehicles. The Czech economy is being significantly impacted by the investment itself. It is anticipated that the investment will total CZK 16.65 billion. However, with a gross value added of CZK 12.8 billion and support for roughly 1,750 employment, the overall impact, including indirect and induced effects, exceeds CZK 34 billion. Due mostly to increased business tax and social security revenues, household incomes will rise by more than CZK 6.5 billion, while public budgets will get an additional CZK 5.3 billion.
The 9th KAS-CSIS: Trade and Competitiveness in a Changing Global Landscape: Building a Stronger Economic Partnership Between Europe and Indonesia
Discussions resume after a long pause, driven by global trade tensions. Despite ongoing challenges, both sides signal willingness to compromise.
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In 2024, the Czech truck manufacturer Tatra Trucks sold 1 548 vehicles, marking an increase of 97 units compared to 2023.
Czech aerospace manufacturer PBS Group reported record profit and is strengthening its presence in the U.S. through new production in Georgia.
The CzechTrade agency successfully organized the Developer MeetUp in Construction — a networking and B2B event connecting Hungarian developers and construction companies with Czech suppliers from the construction sector.
The European Union negotiates a free trade agreement with the South American Community of Mercosur, which has been under negotiation for over two decades.