Press Advisories
17. 7. 2009
On the renewal of visas to Canada
Statement on the information currently available in Czech newspapers.
15. 7. 2009
The beginning of 2009 was a period of tough tests
Czech Premier Jan Fischer today addressed the European Parliament. In his speech he summed up and evaluated primarily how the Czech EU presidency had met its priorities.
14. 7. 2009
The Czech Government is introducing visas for Canadian diplomats
At its extraordinary session the Czech Government has agreed upon its response to the introduction of visas for Czech citizens travelling to Canada.
10. 7. 2009
EU countries urged to pass tougher anti-smoking laws
The commission is calling for an EU-wide ban on smoking in public places by 2012.
10. 7. 2009
Novelties in Communication with the Authorities: Data Boxes
As of July 1, 2009 the Ministry of Interior has launched into operation a system of data boxes.
9. 7. 2009
The Minister of Justice is looking for solution of the problem of overcrowded prisons
On Wednesday, 8th July, Czech Minister of Justice Daniela Kovářová concluded her two-day tour of several selected prisons in the Czech Republic.
7. 7. 2009
June floods 2009
On Thursday 25th of June, extensive flash floods hit Moravia. Hundreds of people lost a roof over their heads, many persons were reported missing. Three days later fierce thunderstorms and torrential rains afflicted also South Bohemia, causing damage of the same magnitude as in Moravia.
1. 7. 2009
Sweden takes over the EU Council Presidency from the Czech Republic on 1 July 2009
The main priorities of the Swedish Presidency include the fight against the consequences of the economic crisis and against climate change.
1. 7. 2009
Conclusion of the Czech Presidency in the Garden of the Straka Academy
The Czech presidency was officially concluded yesterday in the presence of Primer Minister Jan Fischer and his predecessor Mirek Topolánek.
