jun 14, 2003 - The Czech Republic votes to join the European Union

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On 14th June 2003, the Czech Republic – one of the ten candidate countries from Central and Eastern Europe – held a critical referendum on becoming a member of the European Union (EU). This was a significant moment in the country's post-Communist history and marked a definitive move towards integration with Western Europe. The Czech citizens responded positively, with a clear majority of 77.3% voting in favour of EU membership. The outcome underscored the nation's desire for increased economic opportunities, stability, and a stronger voice in European affairs. This vote paved the way for the Czech Republic's official entry into the EU on 1st May 2004.c

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