How do countries grow — and why do some make it to the technological frontier while others get stuck halfway there? In this episode of Horizont VŠE, our guest Ayaz Zeynalov, economist and author of the study Innovation vs. Imitation: How to Reach the Technological Frontier, explains how nations initially develop by imitating foreign technologies, […]
Do you know what a heterodox economist is — and what Charles Darwin has to do with economics? In this episode, Geoffrey Hodgson shares his insights on how economies evolve, why markets matter, and what kind of institutions help countries like the Czech Republic break out of the middle-income trap and thrive in the green […]
In the second part of the conversation, host Niclas Berggren continues his interview with Swedish economist Magnus Henrekson, delving deeper into the key forces shaping Europe’s economic future. They discuss what truly drives economic growth, whether the size of government matters, and how post-Communist countries like the Czech Republic have managed their transition. The conversation […]
In this new episode, host Niclas Berggren talks with Magnus Henrekson about some of today’s most pressing economic challenges. The discussion explores: what entrepreneurship is and why it matters, why innovation is crucial for competitiveness – and why the Czech Republic has been lagging behind, how governments can create conditions where innovation and entrepreneurship flourish, […]
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of ontology engineering with professor Vojtěch Svátek. Professor Svátek, along with his team, joined the Horizon Europe project “Onto-DESIDE” through the unique “hop-on” mechanism. Their goal is to support the development of circular economy systems by enhancing the flexibility of data exchange between partners in circular […]
In our latest podcast episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Associate Professor Daniela Pauknerová. Building on our previous discussion about Czech leadership culture, this episode delves into the fascinating world of global leadership. Together, we explore what it means to lead across cultures, the importance of developing a global identity, and the role of cultural […]
In this episode, we shift our focus to the intricate dynamics between China and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). How has the 16+1 (now 14+1) framework for China-CEE cooperation evolved since its inception in 2012, and does it still serve a purpose, or is it merely a relic of the past? Join us as we […]
In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the multifaceted relationship between China and the European Union. How have recent events—ranging from the COVID-19 pandemic to the war in Ukraine—reshaped their interactions? What historical and economic trends have led to a decline in cooperation, and what does this mean for the future? Join […]
The topic of this episode is the perceptions of China, particularly the Xinjiang region, in Kazakhstan. Our guest, Mrs. Gaziza Shakhanova, is an expert in geopolitics and international relations with a focus on Central Asia and Kazakhstan’s relationships with China and Russia. Throughout the interview, she provides insights into the historical and contemporary dynamics between […]
In this episode, we examine the economic and political trajectory of Afghanistan since the U.S. withdrawal in August 2021. With insights from Dr. Pamir Sahill, we explore the state of Afghanistan’s economy, governance, and legal systems as the U.S. exited after 20 years of presence. Has the Taliban’s return to power brought improvement or decline […]
