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In the 2024 edition of the Digital Decade report, the Czech Republic has achieved 69.1% basic digital skills coverage, compared to the EU average of 55.6%. This puts the Czech Republic at 86.4% of the overall target for the EU 2030 goal, which aims to have 80% of the EU population possessing at least basic digital skills. The country has seen an annual growth of 7.6% from the previous year. 

According to the Digital Decade report 2024, the Czech Republic performs worse than the EU average in the percentage of ICT specialists in employment. The country is under the EU average, decreasing from 4.5% to 4.3% (EU average - 4.8%). 

Czech Republic has a National coalition (DigiKoalice) for digital skills and jobs led by National Pedagogical Institute of the Czech Republic. DigiKoalice has been established, consisting of over 200 member organizations from various sectors. The country has implemented state strategies like the Innovation Strategy and National Artificial Intelligence Strategy to promote digital development. 

The Czech Republic Digital Decade strategic Roadmap 2030 developed by Office of the Government of the Czech Republic sets out the strategic goals to be achieved by 2030, monitoring their achievement, and the target paths and key measures have been developed.  

Furthermore, the Education Policy Strategy for 2030 aims to modernize the educational system and includes upskilling and reskilling efforts. In the context of the country's Recovery and Resilience Plan, 22% of EUR 7 billion in grants is allocated to foster the digital transition, supporting the country's recovery and preparing for green and digital transitions. 

DigiKoalice offers valuable resources, such as an events calendar, digital skills courses, and best practices in IT skills development, all focused on promoting Digital Skills and Jobs. Additionally, the non-profit organization Czechitas plays a role in enhancing digital skills among women, girls, and the younger generation, with their New Generation program benefiting over 20,000 participants and offering scholarships to female students. 

At least basic digital skills (% of individuals aged 16-74)
EU average score: 55.6
Czech republic score: 69.1%
55.6 EU average score
69.1% Country score
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The Czech Republic ranks 5th out of the 27 EU Member States in the DESI dashboard for the Digital Decade for the 'At least basic digital skills' indicator, with 69.1% of its population possessing at least basic digital skills.

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