Prague: Czech diplomacy is reshaping its network of representation abroad. The Consulate General in Hong Kong will close as of 30 September, while a new Consulate General in Miami will open on 1 October. At the same time, the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that it is preparing steps to establish a diplomatic mission in Muscat, restore a diplomatic presence in Caracas and strengthen consular capacity in Dubai.

Hradec Králové: Charles University has officially opened MEPHARED 2, a campus that brings its Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Pharmacy together in one location. The campus is next to University Hospital Hradec Králové, giving students and researchers a closer link between medical and pharmaceutical education and clinical practice.

Prague: The Czech Republic will take on a significant role within the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 2027. For the first time in its history, Czechia will chair the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting, the organisation’s highest-level political forum, bringing together 38 advanced economies.

Prague: Czechia is seeking to further strengthen economic relations with South Africa, its most important trading partner in sub-Saharan Africa.

Prague/Muscat: Czechia has opened a new National Cancer Centre in Prague, operated by Motol University Hospital and Na Homolce Hospital. The investment of nearly CZK 5 billion brings together diagnostics, treatment, prevention and research. Once fully operational, the centre is expected to increase oncology care capacity by up to 40%.

Prague: The Czech Republic plans to significantly increase public investment next year. The Ministry of Finance has submitted its draft state budget for 2027, which envisages CZK 289.6 billion in investment expenditure. Significantly more funding is also expected to go to healthcare and defence.