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The article looks at the political scene in the Czech Republic as of July 2008. It discusses problems faced by the centre-right coalition consisting of the Civic Democratic Party (ODS), the Christian Democratic Union-Czechoslovak People's Party (KDU-CSL) and the Green Party. It mentions conflicts among the coalition parties over key policies such as healthcare reform. It provides an account of a dispute over structural healthcare reform.

This publication presents information on Czech Republic. Following a snap parliamentary election at the end of October 2013, negotiations for the formation of a new government are poised to continue until the end of 2013. This entry also includes information on the government, political conditions, economy, and foreign relations.

The report presents an outlook for political and economic conditions in the Czech Republic from 2013 to 2017. According to the Economist Intelligence Unit Ltd., a centre-left government will return to power in 2014. The firm expects the budget deficit to drop during the forecast period. In addition, the firm forecasts the performance of the country's economic indicators, including inflation, gross domestic product (GDP), inflation and domestic demand.

This publication presents information on Czech Republic. The country has a population of 10.5 million as of June 2011 and is headed by President Milos Zeman since January 2013. The publication covers a geographical map, discussions of political and economic conditions as of March 2013 and political and economic forecasts for 2013-2017, charts of economic trends data and forecasts, and an outline of the country's political structure. Basic information is also given including languages.

A country report for Czech Republic as of February 2013 is presented. A newly established liberal-democratic faction supports the Czech coalition government. It notes the impact of austerity measures on the government's popularity. During the 2013-17 forecast period, budget deficit is expected to decline gradually with public debt projected at 43% of gross domestic product (GDP) by 2017. The average GDP growth during the forecast period is 2.3%.

The report presents an outlook for political and economic conditions in the Czech Republic from 2013 to 2017. The Economist Intelligence Unit Ltd. assesses the stability of the coalition government. The firm expects the budget deficit to drop. In addition, the firm forecasts the performance of the country's economic indicators, including domestic demand, inflation and gross domestic product (GDP).

The article presents information on the economic and political conditions in Czech Republic and offers an outlook for 2012-2016. The chance of having an early election has increased as the fiscal austerity of the government affects its popularity and authority that in turn increases the strength of the left-wing opposition. During the forecast period, budget deficit is expected to decline while real gross domestic product (GDP) will contract by one percent in 2012.

This document provides an outlook for political and economic conditions in the Czech Republic from 2012 to 2016. The Economist Intelligence Unit Ltd. expects the government to remain in power until the 2014 election. The firm predicts that the budget deficit will fall gradually during the period. In addition, the firm forecasts that the country's gross domestic product (GDP) growth will recover in 2013.

The article discusses the country report for Czech Republic that has a center-right coalition government comprising of Civic Democratic Party, TOP 09 and breakaway faction of former members of Public Affairs, which holds a tenuous majority in the Chamber of Deputies. The Czech government reportedly aims to reduce general government deficit to less than 3% of Gross Domestic Product in 2013. It is stated that Czech National Bank's monetary policy is based on an inflation target of 1% to 3%.

A country report for Czech Republic as of April 2012 is presented. There is a possibility that the centre-right government will not remain in power up to the next election in 2014 due to persistent tensions within the coalition. During the 2012-16 forecast period, Czech budget deficit is expected to gradually decline as public debt will level out at 45% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2016. Real GDP growth is projected to average 2.7% annually during the 2013-15 period.

The article reports on the economic and political outlook for the Czech Republic for 2012-2016. A coalition comprising the centre-right Civic Democratic Party (ODS), TOP 09 and Public Affairs (VV) holds a majority seat in the Chamber of Deputies. The article cites the tensions persist within the coalition due to corruption scandals, vested interests and resignations of ministers. The article also discusses the economic performance, economic policy and political structure of the country.

This publication presents information on Czech Republic. It covers a geographical map of Czech Republic, discussions on the political and economic conditions of the country as of January 2012, political and economic outlook for 2012-2016, and economic data and charts. The publication also provides basic data on Czech Republic, including land area, population, language, and government officials.

This article provides an outlook for political and economic conditions in the Czech Republic from 2012 to 2016. The Economist Intelligence Unit Ltd. warns about tensions within the coalition government because of corruption scandals. The firm expects the economy to grow in 2012 as real gross domestic product (GDP) grows due rising domestic demand. It predicts the trade account to remain in surplus over the medium term and the budget deficit to fall during the period.

The article discusses the status of and outlook for the economy and politics in Czech Republic as of October 2011. There are tensions within the coalition government due to a series of corruption scandals. The country is anticipated to see a decline in budge deficit from 2011 to 2016. The forecast for economic growth for 2012 is only at 1.7%. Basic information on the country including its land area, population and climate as well as an overview of its political structure are provided.

The article presents an outlook for the economy and politics of the Czech Republic for 2011-2015. The three-party, centre-right coalition government reportedly holds majority seats in the Chamber of Deputies, while corruption scandals created tensions within the coalition. The fiscal outlook for the country is good compared with other states in the European Union (EU). The country's economy is predicted to grow by 2.2%. The article discusses the country's fiscal policy and monetary policy.

The article discusses the political and economic conditions of and outlook for the Czech Republic from 2011 to 2015. It mentions the plan of the government to implement significant reforms to healthcare, pensions and taxation. The inflation target of 2% served as the basis of the monetary policy of the Czech National Bank (CNB). The decision of Hyundai to hire 600 workers is cited as an indication of the strength of the automotive industry in the country.

This article presents an outlook for political and economic conditions in the Czech Republic from 2011 to 2015. According to the Economist Intelligence Unit Ltd., corruption scandals have caused tensions within the coalition government. The firm warns challenges facing efforts to reform the public finances and expects the budget deficit to narrow over the forecast period. In addition, the firm forecasts that the economy will grow during the period.

A country report for Czech Republic as of June 2011 is presented. It notes that tensions within the coalition government have been exacerbated by a series of corruption scandals. It notes the possibility that efforts to reform public finances will be hampered by intra-coalition tensions. During the 2011-2015 forecast period, public debt is expected to be below 45% of gross domestic product (GDP). Also expected is a three percent real GDP growth amid a recovery in consumer spending.

This publication offers information about economic and political conditions in the Czech Republic as of May 2011. It discusses political and economic outlooks for the country, as well as an economic policy forecast. It also presents charts that show values of economic indicators, including gross domestic product (GDP), population and consumer price inflation.

The article highlights the economic and political outlook for the Czech Republic for the period 2011-2015. The coalition government is expected to have the ability to reform public finances owing to its hold on the majority of the parliament's lower house. In terms of economic policies, the government is expected to encounter resistance from opposition parties in its efforts to reform pensions, welfare and healthcare. The government is also projected to aim for a deficit that is below three percent of the nation's gross domestic product (GDP).

This entry presents a country report on the Czech Republic. It offers general information on the political and economic outlook for the Czech Republic from 2011-2015 with specific mention on the centre-right coalition government and a forecast of three percent average growth per year in real gross domestic product (GDP). The article also cites basic data on the land area, population, climate, and political structure of the Czech Republic.

This article provides an outlook for political and economic conditions in the Czech Republic from 2011 to 2015. The Economist Intelligence Unit Ltd. believes that the coalition government can address the structural public finance deficit because of its solid parliamentary majority. The firm expects the government to initiate fiscal consolidation and reforms to pensions, healthcare and education. It also forecasts that the country's real gross domestic product will grow three percent per year during the period.

The article offers an overview of the domestic political scene in Czech Republic as of January 2011. It notes the dominance of post-election coalition formation in Czech politics, as well as public reaction to the alliance between the Civic Democratic Party and the Czech Social Democratic Party. In November 2010, four laws were passed by the Senate that approved 46 billion Czech koruna in spending cuts. There has been an increase in unrest in the state sector as a result of the government's fiscal austerity measures.

A country report for Czech Republic as of January 2011 is presented. It expects the centre-right coalition government to have a strong mandate to address the structural public finance deficit from 2011-15. Domestic economic growth is expected to be weak in 2011 due to the slowdown in the euro zone and fiscal austerity. Also expected is for trade balance to remain in surplus over the medium term. It notes that fiscal austerity measures by the government have led to an increase in unrest in the state sector.

A country report for the Czech Republic as of November 2010 is presented. It expects the centre-right coalition government to prioritize fiscal consolidation and reforms to pensions, healthcare and education during its parliamentary term. It expects domestic economic growth to average three percent annually from 2012-2015. Also expected is for inflation during the 2011-2015 forecast period to remain close to or below the target of the Czech National Bank. It also notes the vulnerability of the coalition to internal instability.

The article presents a political and economic policy outlook for the Czech Republic for 2010 to 2011. It is predicted that the non-partisan interim government will remain in power until the next general election in the middle of 2010 after the centre-right government lost a confidence vote. Based on an approved fiscal austerity package, the 2010 draft deficit is targeted at 5.3 percent of gross domestic product (GDP).

This article provides an outlook for political and economic conditions in the Czech Republic from 2008 to 2009. According to the Economist Intelligence Unit, proposals for radical reform will be met with strengthening opposition from within the ruling coalition. The firm expects domestic demand to drive economic expansion in 2008. It forecasts that the current-account deficit will average around 2.8 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) during the period.

The article reports on the political and economic condition of Czech Republic and presents outlooks for 2008-2009. Fiscal policy, monetary policy, major economic indicators, economic risks and economic trends are discussed. The political dilemma facing the country are cited, including internal instability and resignation of Jiri Cunek, minister for regional development.

The article presents an economic and political outlook of Czech Republic for 2007 and 2008. The implications of the June 2006 election on the country's political condition are discussed. It offers a look at the efforts of the country to establish a government. It provides a forecast for the country's real gross domestic product growth, inflation and exchange rates.

Forecasts the economic and political conditions in the Czech Republic from 2005 to 2006. Popularity of the Civic Democratic Party compared to the Czech Social Democratic Party; Relations between the U.S. and the Czech Republic; Plan of the administration of Prime Minister Stanislav Gross to support the establishment of small and medium-sized enterprises; Decline in the public finance deficit; Increase in real gross domestic product.

Reports on the political and economic condition of the Czech Republic as of November 2004. Scandal related to a vote of confidence in the government of Prime Minister Stanislav Gross; Relations between the U.S. and the Czech Republic; Growth of the real gross domestic product; Increase in inflation rate; Budget deficit in 2003.

Presents an economic and political outlook for Czech Republic for the year 2004-2005. Condition of domestic politics; International relations; Economic policy outlook; Economic forecast.

Presents an economic and political outlook for Czech Republic for the year 2004-2005. Overview of the Czech economy; International relations; Economic policy; Economic forecast.

The article looks at the economic policy of the Czech Republic as of August 2011. There was a 17% drop in the deficit recorded by the central state budget in the first six months of the year. Also mentioned is the sales performance of state debt in June amid reverberations from the Greek debt crisis. The repurchase agreement (repo) rate of 0.75% was maintained by the Czech National Bank (CNB) on June 24.