Industrial Output Milestone: Škoda Auto hit a major production mark, building the one millionth Karoq at its Kvasiny plant in eastern Bohemia, with the successor planned for launch around 2027/2028. Energy Security & Investment: ČEZ has started the process to extend Temelín’s operation to 80 years, targeting service until 2080/2082 after major upgrades. Power Market Rules: Ten EU countries including Czechia are pushing for a slower ETS overhaul, asking for more free allocations and a gentler reduction path for carbon allowances—aimed at keeping industry in Europe. Grid Reliability for Data Centers: Uniper says it will invest about €5bn by 2030, targeting flexible power generation and data-centre demand at selected sites. Airlift Modernisation: Embraer delivered the first C-390 Millennium to the Czech Air Force, boosting strategic and tactical airlift for NATO missions. Defence Firefighting Capability: Lockheed Martin’s PZL Mielec has started production of Europe’s first Sikorsky S-70 Firehawk helicopters for Czech civil-security wildfire suppression under RescEU. Climate Impacts on Farming: Czech fruit growers report heat and drought losses after spring frosts, with some varieties seeing large crop drops and more risk for next season. Energy Policy Support: The European Commission approved a Czech capacity mechanism to back new power generation investments and ensure year-round supply. Gambling Regulation: Czech Finance Ministry banned Polymarket and ordered ISPs to block access within 15 days, citing unauthorized gambling activity.