Czech Republic

Trump hits EU, Mexico with whopping 30% tariffs

Ben Aris in Berlin July 13, 2025

US President Donald Trump escalated his trade war with Mexico and Europe by slapping whopping 30% tariffs on both, after neither of them managed to cut a new trade deal before the July 9 deadline.

Tipping Point: when populations peak – Statista

Felix Richter of Statistia July 13, 2025

As July 11 marks World Population Day, celebrating the approximate date that the world's population reached 5bn in 1987, we're taking a closer at one of the population trends that will affect many countries sooner or later in the 21st Century.

Czech inflation confirmed at 2.9% y/y in June

bne IntelliNews July 11, 2025

Consumer price growth in Czechia reached its highest level this year after the country’s statisticians confirmed inflation increased by 2.9% year on year, and by 0.3% month on month.

Czech government bans DeepSeek in public administration, warning the AI company products pose 'High' threat

bne IntelliNews July 10, 2025

The Czech government has banned the use of the Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek and its products in the country’s public administration.

Slovakia blocks latest round of EU sanctions against Russia

Albin Sybera in Prague July 10, 2025

Slovakia nearly eradicated Russian gas imports during the winter of 2022-23, but imports spiked following the return of the Fico-led government.

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