April 20, 2026 Erik Best: Orbán's Dramatic Downfall Strengthens Babiš – The Unexpected Result of the Hungarian Elections is Changing the Landscape of Euroscepticism and Geopolitics in Central Europe
The shocking electoral defeat of Viktor Orbán by the anti-corruption fighter Péter Magyar has unexpectedly strengthened the position of the Czech populist leader Andrej Babiš in Central European politics. In the context of growing crises in the EU – the energy crisis, deindustrialization, and record global debt – expert Erik Best reveals how pragmatic leaders like Babiš, Orbán, and the Slovakian Robert Fico are outsmarting Brussels by remaining in the EU in order to benefit from its impending collapse. Find out why the Hungarian turnaround is strengthening Babiš at the NATO summit and signaling a populist resurgence.
April 21, 2026 Babiš Warns the EU: Energy Prices are Rising and Europe is Losing Control of the Market
Prime Minister Andrej Babiš addressed EU leaders before the European Council meeting, warning that current energy policies and regulatory pressure could significantly threaten the availability of both gas and oil. In his letter, he calls for a revision of emission rules, delays in some measures, and strengthening of energy security.
April 22, 2026 Daily Summary of the Czech Economy: Oil Prices and the Stock Market, Markíza, Volkswagen, Amazon, Globalstar, MS-INVEST, Donald Trump, and Iran (April 22, 2026)
The Czech economy is facing a combination of inflationary pressures, fluctuations in capital markets, and exchange rate movements. The most significant news is about fuel prices: according to the latest data from Eurostat, diesel prices rose by 27.6 percent month-over-month in March, which, along with Sweden, represents the highest increase in the entire European Union. Gasoline prices rose by 14.6 percent, placing the Czech Republic in fourth place among EU member states. This development is increasing costs for companies in transportation, logistics, and industry, and could be reflected in final prices for consumers.
April 23, 2026 Petr Holec: Vystrčil's Trip to Taiwan "in Economy Class," Chaos Surrounding the Strike at Czech Television, and Babiš's Revolution in Media Reform (Petr Holec Live #270)
Dive into another installment of Petr Holc's captivating weekly program on Czech politics (No. 270): The Chairman of the Senate, Miloš Vystrčil, is flying to Taiwan in economy class; the public broadcaster ČT is facing a wave of strikes due to a funding reform; Andrej Babiš is uncompromisingly opposed to media hypocrisy, and pragmatic foreign policy is triumphing over the moral posturing of elites. Essential information for fans of world politics about media wars in the Czech Republic, the balance between Taiwan and China, and the rise of populism.
April 24, 2026 The Spirit of Prague in Shanghai: An Architectural Legend, the "Czech Quarter," in Qingpu
While world media often report on ambitious Chinese copies of Paris, Venice, or the Austrian Hallstatt, few in Europe realize that the most populous Chinese metropolis hosts a unique architectural experiment with a deep Czech imprint. In the Shanghai district of Qingpu, strategically located near the Hongqiao International Airport, lies a residential complex officially known as Haodu International City, but which locals and expats affectionately call the "Czech Quarter."
April 25, 2026 Babiš from Cyprus: The EU wants to take billions from the Czech Republic; the budget agreement will be a tough fight
The Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Andrej Babiš, attended an informal meeting of the European Council in Nicosia. One of the main topics was the debate on the European Union's multiannual financial framework for the period 2028-2034. During the meeting, the Prime Minister rejected proposals that would lead to a reduction in funds for the Czech Republic, and pointed out the significant differences in the positions of member states on the future shape of the budget.
April 26, 2026 Shooting at a Dinner for Journalists: Trump Evacuated from the Hall; Secret Service Agent Saved by Bulletproof Vest
On Saturday evening, a shooting shook Washington, interrupting the traditional gala of the White House Correspondents' Association at the Washington Hilton hotel. At approximately 8:40 PM local time, shots were fired near the main security checkpoint with metal detectors, while inside, in the ballroom, the formal dinner was in full swing. Trump, who was sitting on the stage next to First Lady Melanie, was immediately surrounded by Secret Service agents and taken to a secure part of the hotel.
General News
The shocking electoral defeat of Viktor Orbán by the anti-corruption fighter Péter Magyar has unexpectedly strengthened the position of the Czech populist leader Andrej Babiš in Central European politics. In the context of growing crises in the EU – the energy crisis, deindustrialization, and record global debt – expert Erik Best reveals how pragmatic leaders like Babiš, Orbán, and the Slovakian Robert Fico are outsmarting Brussels by remaining in the EU in order to benefit from its impending collapse. Find out why the Hungarian turnaround is strengthening Babiš at the NATO summit and signaling a populist resurgence.
Prime Minister Andrej Babiš addressed EU leaders before the European Council meeting, warning that current energy policies and regulatory pressure could significantly threaten the availability of both gas and oil. In his letter, he calls for a revision of emission rules, delays in some measures, and strengthening of energy security.
April 22, 2026 Daily Summary of the Czech Economy: Oil Prices and the Stock Market, Markíza, Volkswagen, Amazon, Globalstar, MS-INVEST, Donald Trump, and Iran (April 22, 2026)
The Czech economy is facing a combination of inflationary pressures, fluctuations in capital markets, and exchange rate movements. The most significant news is about fuel prices: according to the latest data from Eurostat, diesel prices rose by 27.6 percent month-over-month in March, which, along with Sweden, represents the highest increase in the entire European Union. Gasoline prices rose by 14.6 percent, placing the Czech Republic in fourth place among EU member states. This development is increasing costs for companies in transportation, logistics, and industry, and could be reflected in final prices for consumers.
April 23, 2026 Petr Holec: Vystrčil's Trip to Taiwan "in Economy Class," Chaos Surrounding the Strike at Czech Television, and Babiš's Revolution in Media Reform (Petr Holec Live #270)
Dive into another installment of Petr Holc's captivating weekly program on Czech politics (No. 270): The Chairman of the Senate, Miloš Vystrčil, is flying to Taiwan in economy class; the public broadcaster ČT is facing a wave of strikes due to a funding reform; Andrej Babiš is uncompromisingly opposed to media hypocrisy, and pragmatic foreign policy is triumphing over the moral posturing of elites. Essential information for fans of world politics about media wars in the Czech Republic, the balance between Taiwan and China, and the rise of populism.
April 24, 2026 The Spirit of Prague in Shanghai: An Architectural Legend, the "Czech Quarter," in Qingpu
While world media often report on ambitious Chinese copies of Paris, Venice, or the Austrian Hallstatt, few in Europe realize that the most populous Chinese metropolis hosts a unique architectural experiment with a deep Czech imprint. In the Shanghai district of Qingpu, strategically located near the Hongqiao International Airport, lies a residential complex officially known as Haodu International City, but which locals and expats affectionately call the "Czech Quarter."
April 25, 2026 Babiš from Cyprus: The EU wants to take billions from the Czech Republic; the budget agreement will be a tough fight
The Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Andrej Babiš, attended an informal meeting of the European Council in Nicosia. One of the main topics was the debate on the European Union's multiannual financial framework for the period 2028-2034. During the meeting, the Prime Minister rejected proposals that would lead to a reduction in funds for the Czech Republic, and pointed out the significant differences in the positions of member states on the future shape of the budget.
April 26, 2026 Shooting at a Dinner for Journalists: Trump Evacuated from the Hall; Secret Service Agent Saved by Bulletproof Vest
On Saturday evening, a shooting shook Washington, interrupting the traditional gala of the White House Correspondents' Association at the Washington Hilton hotel. At approximately 8:40 PM local time, shots were fired near the main security checkpoint with metal detectors, while inside, in the ballroom, the formal dinner was in full swing. Trump, who was sitting on the stage next to First Lady Melanie, was immediately surrounded by Secret Service agents and taken to a secure part of the hotel.
General News
The Czech economy is facing a combination of inflationary pressures, fluctuations in capital markets, and exchange rate movements. The most significant news is about fuel prices: according to the latest data from Eurostat, diesel prices rose by 27.6 percent month-over-month in March, which, along with Sweden, represents the highest increase in the entire European Union. Gasoline prices rose by 14.6 percent, placing the Czech Republic in fourth place among EU member states. This development is increasing costs for companies in transportation, logistics, and industry, and could be reflected in final prices for consumers.
Dive into another installment of Petr Holc's captivating weekly program on Czech politics (No. 270): The Chairman of the Senate, Miloš Vystrčil, is flying to Taiwan in economy class; the public broadcaster ČT is facing a wave of strikes due to a funding reform; Andrej Babiš is uncompromisingly opposed to media hypocrisy, and pragmatic foreign policy is triumphing over the moral posturing of elites. Essential information for fans of world politics about media wars in the Czech Republic, the balance between Taiwan and China, and the rise of populism.
April 24, 2026 The Spirit of Prague in Shanghai: An Architectural Legend, the "Czech Quarter," in Qingpu
While world media often report on ambitious Chinese copies of Paris, Venice, or the Austrian Hallstatt, few in Europe realize that the most populous Chinese metropolis hosts a unique architectural experiment with a deep Czech imprint. In the Shanghai district of Qingpu, strategically located near the Hongqiao International Airport, lies a residential complex officially known as Haodu International City, but which locals and expats affectionately call the "Czech Quarter."
April 25, 2026 Babiš from Cyprus: The EU wants to take billions from the Czech Republic; the budget agreement will be a tough fight
The Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Andrej Babiš, attended an informal meeting of the European Council in Nicosia. One of the main topics was the debate on the European Union's multiannual financial framework for the period 2028-2034. During the meeting, the Prime Minister rejected proposals that would lead to a reduction in funds for the Czech Republic, and pointed out the significant differences in the positions of member states on the future shape of the budget.
April 26, 2026 Shooting at a Dinner for Journalists: Trump Evacuated from the Hall; Secret Service Agent Saved by Bulletproof Vest
On Saturday evening, a shooting shook Washington, interrupting the traditional gala of the White House Correspondents' Association at the Washington Hilton hotel. At approximately 8:40 PM local time, shots were fired near the main security checkpoint with metal detectors, while inside, in the ballroom, the formal dinner was in full swing. Trump, who was sitting on the stage next to First Lady Melanie, was immediately surrounded by Secret Service agents and taken to a secure part of the hotel.
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