Czech Republic: Exporter Guide

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The Czech Republic is home to 10.7 million consumers and is a great market for companies looking to expand beyond traditional markets in western Europe to the emerging markets in the east. This Exporter Guide provides an economic and market overview of the Czech Republic, as well as practical tips for U.S. exporters for doing business. Although locally produced and EU-imported agricultural products dominate the Czech market, there are good opportunities for U.S. products, particularly for high end foodstuffs.

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