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OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum 2024: Focus on Digitalization and Climate Protection
The 31st OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum at the Czernin Palace in Prague focused on the global challenges posed by digital transformation and climate change. Under the theme “Strengthening security and stability in the OSCE area through digital innovation”, the risks and opportunities arising from technological change and climate adaptation were discussed in depth. The forum brought together high-level representatives from governments, international organizations, academia, business, and civil society to debate innovative approaches and policy solutions.
September 17, 2024
Russia's Covert Influence in Europe: Current Strategy Only "Plan B"
The Czech government recently revealed the existence of a Moscow-funded propaganda network that used the Prague-based online portal Voice of Europe to influence the upcoming EU elections. Austrian political scientist Gerhard Mangott and his Ukrainian colleague Anton Shekhovtsov explained that this tactic was merely Russia's "plan B".
April 10, 2024
Austria Calls for Common European Gas Price Cap at EU Summit in Prague
At the first meeting of the "European Political Community", the informal summit of EU heads of state and government in Prague, Austria attracted particular attention by wanting to define a common EU gas price cap. For Austria's Chancellor Karl Nehammer it was clear in Prague that there would be "no embargo via the back door" when it comes to Russian gas.
October 11, 2022
EU Capitals Make Important Contribution to EU Climate Targets
The 11th Annual Dialogue of EU Capitals with the European Commission took place recently. A representative of the City of Vienna was also present. Read on to find out what goals and issues the EU capitals are currently facing.
September 30, 2022
Austria's Foreign Minister Schallenberg at the Informal EU Foreign Ministers Meeting in Prague
Austria's Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg took part in the Informal Meeting of EU Foreign Ministers in Prague. The talks once again focused on the Russian war against Ukraine and its global repercussions. Among other things, a general ban on Russian citizens entering the European Union was discussed, which Austria is critical of.
August 31, 2022
Czech Republic and Slovakia Remember Prague Spring
The Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic commemorated the Warsaw Pact invasion of the then Czechoslovak Socialist Republic (CSSR) on August 21, 1968. Especially with the background of Russia's current attack on Ukraine, this day is of special significance.
August 21, 2022
Increase in Cases of Stolen U.S. Passports on Cross-Border Train Trips from Vienna
There is an increasing number of thefts of passports and other important and valuable items during train journeys, especially between Vienna-Budapest and Vienna-Prague.
August 9, 2022
EU Youth Conference Highlights the Importance of Youth Policy
In the course of the EU Youth Conference in Prague, Austria's State Secretary for Youth Claudia Plakolm stressed the importance of young people having a say in politics.
July 13, 2022
Meeting of the C5 in Prague - Central European Countries Discuss Czech Republic's Upcoming Council Presidency
At a meeting of the C5 in Prague, representatives of the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Hungary and Austria discussed the consequences for Europe of Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine and discussed the upcoming Czech presidency.
April 13, 2022
Vienna: "A Uniquely Wonderful Place for Expats"
The Expat City Ranking reveals the best and worst cities for expats around the world. Vienna dominates the "Quality of Urban Living Index". Find out why.
February 2, 2022
Vienna Positions Itself in Its Target Markets with New International Relations Degree Program
The largest university of applied sciences in Austria, the FH Campus Wien offers the new part-time master program "International Relations and Urban Policy". Desired students are to come from Belgrade, Budapest, Krakow, Ljubljana, Prague, Sarajevo, Sofia, Zagreb and Bratislava.
November 10, 2021
Greenpeace: 80% of Austrian Short-haul EU Flights are Substitutable by Train
According to a Greenpeace report, 80 percent of Austria's short-haul flights can be replaced by rail travel. For 53 percent of all top-30 short-haul flights within the EU, there are direct overnight train connections, the report states.
October 27, 2021
Free PCR Gurgle Tests on Nightjet Trains to Vienna
On all Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) Nightjet trains to Vienna, passengers can now get free PCR gurgle test kits from the staff on board to get tested for Coronavirus.
September 1, 2021
Prague and Vienna Enter Into Cooperation Agreement
The Czech and Austrian capitals have agreed on a cooperation agreement that will cover information exchange in the fields of digitalization, sustainable development, and transport management. Read more about the agreement below.
June 17, 2021
Berlin - Prague - Vienna: Plan of 4 Hour Rail Connection
Berlin to Prague to Vienna in four hours? A travel time that is now only possible via plane will become reality via a rail connection. A memorandum to this effect was signed by Germany, the Czech Republic and Austria.
May 19, 2021
New Train Connection Between Prague and Vienna
The former, so-called "Vindobona" train connection between Vienna and Prague could be soon reinstated again. Talks between Austrian and Czech politicians have been positive for a connection between the two countries' capital cities, which would especially benefit Austrians from the Waldviertel, a region in the northwest of Lower Austria.
April 7, 2021
Prague: Strong Foreign Demand for Real Estate
About a third of the buyers of Prague-based apartments are foreigners. Most buyers are Slovaks or Vietnamese.
October 21, 2013
CA Immo´s Occupancy Rate in Prague at 90%
The Austrian real estate company CA Immo has managed to secure further tenants for four office buildings and a shopping center in Prague.
October 25, 2012
Purchasing Power in CEE Region: Czech Republic Ranks First
Among Poland, Slovakia and the Czech Republic, Bratislava records the biggest regional purchasing power. In total, the Czech Republic ranks first.
July 7, 2012
Austria Must Underline its Headquarter Function
Austria as hub for CEE markets is still popular. Nevertheless, there is a lack in a sustainable and flexible strategy. The geographical proximity to CEE countries is insufficient.
April 2, 2012
Vienna Again Among Top 5 in Innovation Cities Global Ranking
Boston came first again in a field of 331 cities in the Innovation Cities Global Index. This year’s among top five cities apart from Boston were San Francisco, Paris, New York and Vienna. Prague was 43th, Budapest 47th.
October 19, 2011
Warsaw Ahead of Vienna and Prague in the Ranking of the Most Attractive European Business Cities
Warsaw moved up three places in the ranking of the most attractive European cities to locate a business, prepared by Cushman & Wakefield.
October 13, 2011
Atrium Completes the € 191m Acquisition of Palac Flora in Prague
The Vienna-listed real estate group extends its-Czech portfolio, which now reaches 98 properties after Prague's largest real estate transaction in 2011.
September 27, 2011
Satisfaction at CEE Stock Exchange Group
The CEE Stock Exchange Group (CEESEG) looks back at a “busy and successful year 2010”.
January 5, 2011