Following URC 2026 in Gdańsk, representatives of 14 Chamber member companies participated in a high-level meeting at the Czech Government Office to discuss practical measures for strengthening Czech exports, investment and participation in Ukraine’s recovery.
Following the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2026 in Gdańsk, representatives of the Czech-Ukrainian Chamber of Industry & Commerce met with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš at the Government Office in Prague.
The meeting followed discussions held in Gdańsk, where the Prime Minister met Czech business representatives and agreed to continue the dialogue in Prague, with a particular focus on financing, export support and the involvement of Czech companies in Ukraine’s recovery.
During the meeting, Chamber President Michaela Macharik presented the Prime Minister with a 13-point action plan containing concrete proposals to help Czech companies enter and succeed in the Ukrainian market.
The discussion brought together representatives of 14 Chamber member companies from key sectors, including energy, water treatment, healthcare, construction, logistics, dual-use technologies, engineering and insurance.
The meeting was also attended by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade Karel Havlíček, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Jiří Brodský, who has assumed responsibility for the agenda previously managed by former Government Envoy Tomáš Kopečný, and representatives of other Czech government institutions.
The 13-point document includes practical recommendations aimed at accelerating Czech-Ukrainian economic cooperation. Six key priorities were highlighted during the meeting:
The Chamber called for the rapid completion of the agreement between the National Development Bank and the European Commission under the Ukraine Investment Framework.
At the time of the meeting, the final agreement had not yet been signed. The Prime Minister indicated that the process could be completed in July.
The Chamber also proposed revising the project criteria, particularly for investments below EUR 10 million and above EUR 40 million, as the current structure does not sufficiently reflect the needs of many Czech companies. The programme is designed to combine Czech and EU guarantees to support investments in strategic sectors in Ukraine.
The Chamber proposed expanding the instruments offered by the Export Guarantee and Insurance Corporation, EGAP. The recommendations include:
The Chamber expressed its appreciation to David Havlíček, Chairman and CEO of EGAP, for his work in supporting Czech exporters. By July 2026, EGAP’s Ukraine Fund had supported 100 business cases worth more than CZK 2 billion.
Closer alignment of Czech, European and Ukrainian standards and certification procedures is needed to accelerate industrial, technological and construction projects.
Clearer and more predictable requirements would reduce administrative barriers and make it easier for Czech companies to deliver products and implement projects in Ukraine.
The Chamber emphasised the need for unified communication and closer coordination between the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, CzechTrade, financial institutions, chambers of commerce and business associations.
Joint planning of events, trade fairs, conferences and business missions is essential to ensure that Czech activities in Ukraine are effective, visible and mutually reinforcing.
The Chamber called for the renewal of practical instruments under the Ukraine Programme, including tied financial donations.
Such instruments can provide direct support for projects that combine Ukraine’s recovery needs with Czech technologies, products and expertise. Strong political support at the highest level is also essential for helping Czech projects succeed in Ukraine.
The Chamber proposed opening a permanent Czech Business Desk in Lviv, drawing on approaches being developed by countries such as Germany and Japan.
The Chamber would be ready to participate actively in its establishment and operation. The desk should be led by professionals with direct business experience, strong knowledge of the Ukrainian market and the ability to provide practical support to Czech companies.
Prime Minister Babiš also announced preparations for a Czech business mission to Ukraine in autumn 2026, to be led by Minister Karel Havlíček and focused on recovery projects, exports and industrial partnerships.
A follow-up meeting is expected in September to review progress on the proposals before the planned mission.
The Czech-Ukrainian Chamber of Industry & Commerce thanks the Prime Minister, participating ministers, government institutions and all member companies for the open and constructive discussion.
The Chamber will continue to represent the practical needs of Czech businesses, monitor the implementation of the proposed measures and support companies seeking to build sustainable partnerships in Ukraine.
"Chamber Presents Prime Minister Andrej Babiš with 13-Point Plan to Help Czech Companies Succeed in Ukraine"
