Politics Opposition to boycott immigration talks
The opposition SPD and ANO parties will not attend Tuesday’s meeting on a government bill amending asylum and foreigner residence laws. Both oppose the EU migration pact, citing security concerns and lack of public mandate. Interior Minister Vít Rakušan criticized their stance, saying it misleads the public. The proposed amendment aims to speed up deportations, tighten asylum rules, and lower social standards for asylum seekers. The government seeks to pass it via expedited procedure.
Public health Czechia lifts ban on animal imports today
The Czechia will lift its ban Tuesday on importing cloven-hoofed animals from Austria’s Burgenland and Lower Austria, citing no confirmed cases of foot-and-mouth disease. Restrictions remain in place for Slovakia and Hungary, though imports of uncooked animal products made before March may resume with certification. Disinfection of vehicles continues. Slovakia reported it ended animal culling and has no new disease cases. The disease hasn’t hit Czechia since 1975.
economy Czech leaders push for economic reform
Boosting Czech industry’s competitiveness and reviewing investment progress are key themes at the “Czechia at the Crossroads” conference in Prague, organized by the Czech Chamber of Commerce and opening today. Business leaders, union reps, and top officials, including PM Petr Fiala, are discussing needed reforms in EU policy to support growth. The conference aims to give Czech leaders a stronger mandate to push changes in Brussels.
sports Czech women’s hockey team loses to Canada
The Czech women’s hockey team lost 7–1 to Canada in their final Group A match at the World Championship and will face Switzerland in Thursday’s quarterfinals. Canada secured second place in the group. Despite a strong start, the Czechs collapsed in the third period. Assistant coach Dušan Andrašovský remains optimistic heading into the knockout round after the team’s earlier 3–0 win over Switzerland.
Tragedy Czech tourist dies after fall from Great Wall
A Czech tourist died after falling while visiting the Great Wall of China, the Czech Foreign Ministry confirmed. Details about the incident, including the exact location, were not provided out of respect for the family. The Great Wall, spanning thousands of kilometers, is a historic landmark, with some areas in poor condition. The Ministry is investigating the death but has withheld further information.