Czech Republic
CEE: 'Hidden' economy poses risks to growth
The hidden economy has grown from perhaps 10% of measured GDP at the end of communism to about...
CZECH REPUBLIC: R&D spending is high but ineffective
Investment in R&D is a key factor contributing to -- if not a guarantee of -- economic...
Czech RepublicCZECH REPUBLIC: Soaring inflation calls for rate hike
The Czech koruna yesterday strengthened to an all-time record against the euro, when the...
Czech RepublicPROSPECTS 2008: Weaknesses may cut CEE growth
Nationalism and populism continue to dominate politics, and unstable coalitions are common. ...
RUSSIA/US: Polls limit compromise on missile defence
The dispute over the proposed deployment of a US missile defence system in Europe has contributed...
RussiaCZECH REPUBLIC: Troubled deputy premier goes
First Deputy Prime Minister Jiri Cunek resigned yesterday after the prosecution service announced...
Czech RepublicUS/INTERNATIONAL: Gates causes missile defence flap
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates yesterday reaffirmed Washington's commitment to build ballistic...
United StatesEUROPEAN UNION: Green parties must embrace economy
Green parties across Europe have been enjoying good electoral results and participating in...
