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Radio Prague International | The Czech government's austerity policies under Prime Minister Petr Fiala are shaped by both economic necessity and political ideol
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23. 10. 2024
23. 10. 2024Rising inflation, stagnant wages and the housing crisis are fuelling discontent. Meanwhile, the deficit continues to grow without significant investment in long-term economic growth. Klára Votavová, an associate research fellow at EUROPEUM Institute, commented on the situation for Radio Prague International.
Deník N | Europe is lagging behind the US and China, it would have to invest to prosper. What does the Czech budget has to say to that?
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19. 9. 2024In a report to the European Commission, Mario Draghi, former Italian Prime Minister and head of the European Central Bank, warns that without massive investment in green technology, digitalization and defense, Europe will lose its competitiveness. The report was commented by Associate Research Fellow at EUROPEUM Institute Klára Votavová.
Czech Radio | Czech study reveals persistent poverty across generations
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31. 7. 2024A recent analysis by the Czech Statistical Office found that children from low-income families often remain in the lower income brackets as adults. Over a third of those who experienced childhood financial hardship continue to be among the least wealthy. Klára Votavová, an Associate Research Fellow at EUROPEUM Institute, discussed why Czechia struggles with persistent poverty and the impact of education on social status in an interview for Czech Radio.
Czech Radio | Only seventeen percent of Czechs satisfied with Czech politics
More info 29. 7. 2024
29. 7. 2024A poll for Czech Television shows that only 17 percent of Czechs are content with their political representation. Public discontent has intensified due to recent austerity measures intended to address the public deficit, with significant concerns over inflation, increasing living costs, energy price policies, and the government's poor communication. Klára Votavová, an Associate Research Fellow at EUROPEUM Institute, spoke to Czech Radio about the roots of this distrust and how Fiala's government plans to respond ahead of the 2025 parliamentary elections.
Aktuálně.cz | Fragmented Czech Regions Need Reform
More info 25. 6. 2024
25. 6. 2024In the autumn, regional council elections will be held. The existence of 14 regions in the Czech Republic, however, does not have a long tradition – they were only established in 2000, partly due to the anticipated entry into the European Union. This arrangement is now heavily criticized for their fragmentation, low and duplicative administrative capacities, and the associated negative impacts on the state budget. Klára Votavová, a researcher at EUROPEUM Institute, presents in her commentary on research on the capacities of the state and regions to draw from the Just Transition Fund, using the examples of the Karlovy Vary and Moravian-Silesian regions.
Český rozhlas | Who will be the next Czech commissioner?
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18. 6. 2024The Mayor's party, who have the right to nominate a European Commissioner under the Czech coalition agreement, have announced that they will nominate both Danuše Nerudová and Jozef Sikela for the position of the next Czech European Commissioner. The government is due to decide on a candidate by the end of August. Can the Czech Republic get a highly sought-after economic portfolio? What are the advantages for the country if it gets it? And how difficult is the process of questioning candidates in the European Parliament, the so-called grilling? Klára Votavová, researcher at EUROPEUM Institute, answered these and other questions in an interview for Czech Radio.
TV Nova | How does the EU protect consumers?
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4. 6. 2024The elections to the European Parliament start in the Czech Republic on Friday 7 June. Consumer protection has been one of the issues that have occupied MEPs for the past five years. But the original priority has had to give way to a number of current crises. Klára Votavová, a researcher at EUROPEUM Institute, commented for the main evening broadcast on TV Nova.
TN.cz | Possible changes in European subsidies
More info 28. 5. 2024
28. 5. 2024The European Parliament elections are less than two weeks away, and one of the main topics will be the subsidy system. A number of experts are calling for it to be changed, and questions arise as to where the European Union will get the money for subsidies. The transformation of the EU towards green technologies could limit financial resources for structural funds, which would have a negative effect mainly on poorer countries, including the Czech Republic. Economists also point to possible financial problems for the EU after the departure of Great Britain, one of the biggest contributors. Klára Votavová, a researcher at the EUROPEUM Institute, commented on the situation for TV Nova.
A2 | Cooperation of the Visegrad Group
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22. 5. 2024Cooperation inside the Visegrad Group depends on the political situation of each country. In recent years, the alliance has drawn attention to itself with its criticism of the southern European states and anti-immigrant rhetoric. Klára Votavová, a researcher at EUROPEUM Institute, wrote her commentary for the biweekly A2.
ČT24 | Is there growing interest among young people in European politics?
More info 14. 5. 2024
14. 5. 2024According to the Eurobarometer survey, 91% of young people aged 15-24 believe that participation in European elections is important. How does this attitude translate into practice? Does this mean that there will be an increase in voter turnout among young people? What advantages and opportunities does the European Union offer to younger citizens? Can Brussels effectively explain the benefits of EU membership to young people? These are the questions addressed by Klára Votavová, a research fellow at EUROPEUM Institute, for the Horizont programme on Czech TV.
Chyba systému | Symbolism during EU accession and our identity in the EU
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3. 5. 2024This year, the Czech Republic celebrates 20 years since its accession to the European Union. Klára Votavová, a researcher from EUROPEUM Institute, points out in the political podcast "Chyba systému" by Czech Radio, that the accession wasn't as carefully considered as it might seem. And the idea of returning to Europe may have been overly optimistic. This is now reflected in the attitudes of Czechs towards the EU.
RILSA | The uncertain fate of the Green Deal for Europe ahead of the European Parliament elections
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15. 4. 2024Farmers' protests have reminded that the measures of the Green Deal for Europe may not be politically viable for Europeans. To make climate policies politically viable, the EU should therefore focus on its commitment not to leave anyone behind in the green transition. Klára Votavová, a researcher at EUROPEUM Institute for European Policy, discusses the current development of the Green Deal for Europe and its social policy aspects in an expert publication for the Social Policy Forum.