The Czech president casts his ballot for lowering the voting age
Petr Pavel told a group of students yesterday that young people are often more informed on issues than the older generation.
Petr Pavel sworn in as president of the Czech Republic
Pavel was sworn in at Prague Castle this afternoon, beginning his five-year term as president.
TELL US: What would you like Czechia's new president bring to the country?
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The actions of Petr Pavel will, even if indirectly, affect expats' lives. Tell us what kind of changes you would like to see happen.
Foreign media: Pavel's win is a change in direction for Czechia
Newspapers noted that Pavel’s pro-Western stance will be a big shift from Zeman’s favoring of Russia and China.
Petr Pavel elected President of the Czech Republic
The votes are in, and the retired NATO general has defeated opponent Andrej Babiš to become the Czech Republic's fourth president.
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Star Wars or Chanel: Vote for the best Pavel vs. Babiš meme
Despite a tense month in Czech politics, the absurdity of the Pavel-Babiš presidential race has not gone unnoticed in the social sphere.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Czech Switzerland tourism numbers in danger, wild boars pose problems to hunters, and more buzzworthy headlines for Jan. 26, 2023.
Thousands gather in Prague's Old Town in support of presidential candidate Pavel
Pavel supporters were treated to posters and pancakes; supporters for Pavel's opponent Andrej Babiš were also present at Wednesday's event.
The Czech first lady: An overlooked, yet important, role for Czechia
Life as the partner of the Czech president brings little official power, but lots of responsibility.
Babiš walks back debate comments about not defending Poland, Baltics
In the televised debate, former prime minister Andrej Babiš had to be reminded of Czechia's obligations under its membership to NATO.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
'Spare' translation is coming to Czechia, Žižkov building under demolition, and more buzzworthy headlines for Jan. 20, 2023.
Flannel-shirt run and large concert planned in support of Pavel this weekend
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Over 30 acts will take the stage at Prague's Lucerna in a five-hour concert on Sunday, while a 'flannel run' in Letná takes place the same day.
'Caring might be putting it too strongly': Expats sound off on the Czech presidential election
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With the second round looming, we asked non-citizens (who aren't eligible to vote for president) to comment on the election in Czechia.
Andrej Babiš, Petr Pavel advance to second round of Czech presidential election
The former Prime Minister and retired NATO general will square off against each other in a head-to-head runoff election two weeks from today.
Who won last night's debate? Czech presidential candidates square off ahead of election
The three frontrunners engaged in tense debate yesterday evening, ahead of polls opening across the country today.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Macron meets Babiš, Škoda plans new models, new series on SkyShowtime and more buzzworthy headlines for Jan. 11, 2023.
ELECTION 2023: Where do Czech presidential candidates stand on key issues?
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The presidential election starts this weekend. Here's how the frontrunners have weighed in on Ukraine, the economy, and equality.
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