scholarly journals Migration of Ukrainians to the Czech Republic in the Context of European Integration processes of the 21st Century

2020 ◽  
pp. 61-76
Author(s):  
Svitlana Motruk
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
European Integration ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Migrant Workers ◽  
Migration Policy ◽  
Main Stage ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Residence Permit ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Social Organism

On the basis of a large variety of documents and materials the article analyses the preconditions, main stage and consequences of the Ukrainian migration to the Czech Republic during the period of European integration. The article defines the problems of the migration and the prospects for its development in the 21st century. The author emphasises globalization, world conditions, scientific and technological progress, specialization of markets at regional level, social and public labor potential as the key factors of labor mobility, as well as geopolitical and geocultural factors, that changes people­­­’s world outlook in the context of information society. The study focuses on the main reasons for migration from Ukraine to Czech Republic (relatively stable and positive situation in the Czech economy in comparison to the Ukrainian, position in the labor market, the cultural and linguistic similarities, the long history of mutual migration processes). In addition, the author points out at a number of the modern trends of the migration (the quantitative growth of migrant workers and students in absolute numbers as well as in percentage, the growing number of Ukrainians with the Czech residence permit, the transformation of the social structure of migrants, permanent illegal employment). The changes in the migration policy of the Czech Republic after accession to the EU, its political and social context, positive and negative effects, the contents of the so-called «Ukraine Project» and «Ukraine Mode» are examined. The growing impact of the Ukrainian migrants on the development of the Czech economy and society is underlined. The article identifies of the modern migration as a phenomenon, which is being institutionalized and which transforms from a traditional social movement into a structured social organism (diaspora, network of national public associations, infrastructure of the migration services market, etc.), and thus into the subject and instrument of regulation of the people’s economic activity. Some aspects of the Ukrainian diaspora life in Czech Republic are considered.

scholarly journals The Czech Republic and the Reality of Migrant Integration Policy in the Context of European Integration

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 397-420 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helena Bauerová
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
European Integration ◽  
Migration Policy ◽  
Integration Policy ◽  
Cultural Resistance ◽  
Local Authorities ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Migration Crisis ◽  
Mainstream Society ◽  
And Migration

This study has confirmed that the Czech Republic (CR) is an example of a state whose integration and migration policy is very restrictive. Its integration and migration policies have been influenced mainly by migratory flows, economic crises, and European integration. In terms of Europeanisation, it is obvious that the CR carried out fundamental reform in the area of integration and migration policy under the influence of the EU. The implementation of rules in practice has been inadequate. The Czech Republic has recognised and identified the weaknesses of both policies but has not eliminated these weaknesses in practice. The main weakness lies in the fact that both policies are heavily centralised. Local authorities and NGOs do not have sufficient powers and financial resources; moreover, local authorities have no legal obligation to participate in integration. There is a disparity between regions resulting from the unequal concentration of foreigners. A long-term problem is the cultural resistance of society and the requirement for foreigners to assimilate into mainstream society. The migration crisis has increased state activity in the area of migration and integration policy. This is not a manifestation of Europeanisation, but a defence of state interests.

scholarly journals Migrants’ Access to Social Protection in the Czech Republic

2020 ◽  
pp. 109-121
Author(s):  
Kristina Koldinská
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Social Security ◽  
Migrant Workers ◽  
Social Protection ◽  
Migration Policy ◽  
Pension Insurance ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Family Benefits ◽  
Basic Characteristics ◽  
Social Security Benefits

Abstract This chapter discusses the Czech social security system from the perspective of migrant workers and their families. The Czech Republic is a central European country whose population is quite homogeneous, so its migration policy is not a very welcoming one. Access to social security benefits for third-country nationals is connected to long-term residence. EU citizens have equal access to social benefits as Czech nationals. The chapter explains basic characteristics of the Czech social protection system (unemployment benefits, health care system, pension insurance, family benefits and social assistance benefits), with a special emphasis on accessibility for migrant workers and their families.

Activity of modern right-wing radical parties in the Czech Republic

2019 ◽  
pp. 164-173
Author(s):  
Tetiana Fedorchak
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Political Parties ◽  
European Integration ◽  
Democratic Party ◽  
Party System ◽  
Social Programs ◽  
Right Wing ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Political Radicalism

The author investigates political radicalism in the Czech Republic, a rather heterogeneous current considering the structure of participants: from political parties to the extremist organizations. The peculiarity of the Czech party system is the existence, along with typical radical parties, of other non-radical parties whose representatives support xenophobic, nationalist and anti-Islamic statements. This is primarily the Civil Democratic Party, known for its critical attitude towards European integration, and the Communist party of the Czech Republic and Moravia, which opposes Czech membership in NATO and the EU. Among the Czech politicians, who are close to radical views, analysts include the well-known for its anti-Islamic position of the Czech President M. Zeman and the leader of the movement ANO, billionaire A. Babich. Voters vote for them not because their economic or social programs are particularly attractive to the electorate, but because of dissatisfaction with the economic situation in the state. Almost all right populist parties oppose European integration, interpreting it as an anti-national project run by an elite distorted by a deficit of democracy and corruption. Keywords: Czech Republic, right-wing radical political parties, European integration, nationalism.

scholarly journals Comparison of Outcome Data for Shelter Dogs and Cats in the Czech Republic

Animals ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 595
Author(s):  
Veronika Vojtkovská ◽  
Eva Voslářová ◽  
Vladimír Večerek
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Outcome Data ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Median Length ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Animal Protection ◽  
Shelter Dogs ◽  
The Subject

Animal protection, which also comprises the subject of abandoned and stray animals, has become a pressing and widely discussed topic. The aim of this study was to compare dogs and cats from two shelters in a selected region of the Czech Republic, based on factors that affect the length of stay. The following factors were analyzed: outcome, sex, age, and purebred status. A total of 419 cats and 2580 dogs housed in the monitored shelters from 2013 to 2016 were included in the analysis. The results show that dogs (n = 1343; 52.1%) are returned to their owners significantly more often (p < 0.001) than cats (n = 10; 2.4%). Dogs stayed in the shelter significantly (p < 0.001) less time than cats regardless of the outcome (the median length of stay of dogs were 3 days, while that of cats was 51 days). Also the length of stay in the shelter until adoption is shorter in dogs than in cats (dogs: median 27 days; cats: median 53 days). Median length of stay tended to increase with the increasing age in both species. Monitored age categories of dogs and cats differed significantly (p < 0.05) in their median length of stay (LOS) until adoption. We found that purebred status does not affect the length of stay in the shelter until adoption, either in dogs or in cats. Overall, our results suggest that dogs are preferred over cats in the Czech Republic. Shelter operators should take into account this aspect affecting animal adoption. By targeted efforts and education of public, it is possible to mitigate the negative effects of favoring a certain category of animals over others.

scholarly journals Modelling direct payments to agriculture in a CGE Framework – analysis of the Czech Republic

2011 ◽  
Vol 57 (No. 11) ◽  
pp. 517-528 ◽  
Author(s):  
Z. Křístková ◽  
A. Habrychová
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Complete Removal ◽  
Living Standard ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Direct Payments ◽  
Positive Effect

The paper deals with modelling of the direct payments subsidies to agriculture and their impact on the economy of the Czech Republic. With the use of the general equilibrium model, scenarios concerning an increase of subsidies reaching 100% of the national envelope and a complete removal of both SAPS and Top-Up payments are applied. The results show that if the full amount of subsidies is granted, the value added in agriculture and the connected sectors is stimulated, with a positive effect on the total GDP. However, if the direct payments are completely removed, negative effects on employment can be expected, suggesting that the direct payments play a positive role in the economy. The paper further points out that the effects of direct payments on the incomes of farmer households are limited, suggesting that the farmers&rsquo; living standard should be supported by other policy instruments than the direct payments

scholarly journals 21st Century Skills in University and Primary Education Curricula in the Czech Republic

e-Pedagogium ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 21-32
Author(s):  
Alena Jůvová ◽  
Štefan Chudý ◽  
Pavel Neumeister ◽  
Jitka Plischke
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Primary Education ◽  
21St Century ◽  
21St Century Skills ◽  
The Czech Republic

scholarly journals Lignite Basins in Poland after 1945

2017 ◽  
pp. 107-130
Author(s):  
Janusz Kaliński
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Primary Role ◽  
World War Two ◽  
World War ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Lignite Mining ◽  
Serbia And Montenegro

Lignite mining in Poland started after World War Two, as a result of the change ofwestern borders. Until the 1970 s, the Lower Silesian Turoszów Basin played the primary role, despite competition from the Konin Basin in Greater Poland. In 1978 both basins, together with several smaller mines, provided 41 m tonnes of lignite. Ten years later the number rosę to 73,5 m tonnes, mostly thanks to investments in the centrally located Bełchatów Basin, which has sińce dominated the sector. Overall production never recovered after 1989, with Poland falling from the 5th, to the 8th place among the largest lignite extractors between 1989 and the beginning of the 21st century. Recently about one third of the energy in Poland has been based on lignite, similarly to Bułgaria, Romania and Turkey (while in the Czech Republic, Serbia, and Montenegro it has amounted to 69%).

scholarly journals CONTEXT OF MIGRATION AND RECOGNITION OF EDUCATION

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 152-164
Author(s):  
Dagmar Kostrhunova
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Current Trend ◽  
Migration Policy ◽  
Further Education ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Job Opportunities ◽  
Human Movements ◽  
Main Determinants ◽  
And Migration ◽  
Foreign Education

This contribution defines the conflicts that international migration brings in connection with the increased number of applicants for recognition of foreign education in the Czech republic. The migration of people has been increasingly observed since the so-called Arab Spring 2011 until now. Globalization or connecting the whole world is a current trend that people are learning to accept. Each country receiving migrants determines its own strategy, rules, and approach to migration. „It is estimated that today about 150 million people live outside their homeland“ (Siskova, 2001: 18). With the increased migration and globalization, there has been an increased number of applicants in the Czech Republic for the recognition of education, serving mainly for further higher education. At the same time, for gaining job opportunities, for using foreign experience and, last but not least, for finding better living conditions. „The main determinants of human movements can be considered differences in the wealth of individual economies, living standards and stability in given societies“ (Siskova, 2001: 19). The aim of the contribution is to get acquainted with the basic concepts of migration and migration policy in connection with the recognition of education in the Czech Republic from foreign countries and whether increased migration of persons related to the recognition of foreign education and the acquisition of further education of foreigners in the Czech Republic.

Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield as a Part of Knowledge Development

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 276-280 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pavel Skalický ◽  
Tibor Palasiewicz
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Personal Experience ◽  
Knowledge Development ◽  
Dynamic Changes ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Current State

Abstract The aim of this article is to introduce an approach to intelligence preparation of the battlefield (IPB) as a part of knowledge development in conditions of the Army of the Czech Republic (ACR). Numerous of NATO publications and Stanags has been analyzed as well as Czech national documents. Based on results of the analyses and personal experience of authors, the current state of IPB applied in ACR has been outlined and main imperfections of this process have been emphasized such as a disregard of dynamic changes of terrain in time and so on. It the closing section of the article a few possible ways of IPB development have been suggested. Those suggestions show possible form of this process for needs in 21st century.

Two dimensions of the Europeanization of election programs: The case of the Czech Republic

2008 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 163-187 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vlastimil Havlík ◽  
Hana Vykoupilová
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Political Parties ◽  
European Integration ◽  
Political Science ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Lower Chamber ◽  
Qualitative Dimension

This article represents a contribution to the debate over the Europeanization of political parties, one of the hot topics in contemporary political science. It explores the extent of Europeanization in political parties represented in the lower chamber of the Parliament of the Czech Republic by means of an analysis of party election manifestoes. The extent of Europeanization in these documents is analyzed using a bi-dimensional conceptualization. The first we call the quantitative dimension, assesses the space taken by the topic of European integration in each manifesto. The second one we call the qualitative dimension. This, using the analysis of content, measures the degree to which the European integration issue is elaborated in the programs. Using this conceptualization, we analyze the election manifestoes of five Czech political parties in the period 1996–2006.

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