Portos organized a breakfast discussion on European legislative developments in 2026

Today, the Portos law firm held a breakfast discussion at the Czech Club in the Municipal House dedicated to key European legislative developments in 2026 and their practical impact on the day-to-day operations of companies. The meeting focused on an open and guided discussion on topics that will fundamentally influence the form of contracts, internal processes, and strategic decisions of companies in 2026 and beyond.

The main topics of the breakfast discussion were the Transparency of Remuneration Directive, the emergence and impact of European regulation, and new legislation in the field of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, including the AI Act. The aim of the event was not to deliver a formal lecture, but to facilitate a practical exchange of experiences, questions, and insights from the field.

"European legislation today does not only concern lawyers, but directly influences the daily decision-making of management, HR, IT, and compliance teams. Our ambition is to translate complex regulations into understandable practical language and give participants the certainty that they know what to expect. It may seem that legislation is not changing much in our country at the moment, but at the European level, laws are being created continuously. And the rules that have been created in Brussels will soon be reflected in the obligations of Czech companies," said Filip Drnec, executive director of the Portos law firm, who moderated the discussion.

Transparency of remuneration

Markéta Flanderková, partner at the Portos law firm, spoke about the Transparency of Remuneration Directive and its practical implications. "Transparent remuneration is not just about new obligations, but also about changing companies' approach to working with data, internal communication, and setting wage structures. In practice, we see that it is definitely not worth postponing preparations," she emphasized.

"In practice, this is a clearly defined remuneration procedure that sets criteria for wages and how to assess any differences. Questions about expected wages should be based on the systematic setup of this process. If a dispute arises between an employee and an employer, the burden of proof lies with the employer—therefore, it is crucial to have remuneration well documented and prepared so that it can be used as evidence in a dispute. If a dispute arises between an employee and an employer, the burden of proof lies with the employer – that is why it is crucial to have remuneration well documented and prepared so that it can stand up in court proceedings," explained Flanderková.

The emergence and impact of European regulation

The block devoted to European regulation was led by Viktor Chvátal, co-founder of the Brussels-based consulting company NC+, which is a strategic partner of PORTOS in the field of European legislation and lobbying. He focused on how European regulation is created, what impact it has on business, and what opportunities there are for active involvement in the legislative process.

"Companies at the member state level sometimes perceive the European legislative process as distant and abstract. However, through active, timely, and clearly articulated involvement in lawmaking, they can very effectively achieve tangible results. Advocating for interests in Brussels has its own specific characteristics compared to member states or Washington—typically the technical nature of the discussion or the emphasis on a consensual approach. However, the size of a country or its economy is not as decisive for the success of companies in Brussels as some might think," said Chvátal.

He also mentioned the current European Health Plan for Cardiovascular Health and the upcoming 28th legal regime—a unified and harmonized set of rules that will simplify business, especially for innovative companies across the European Union.

New legislation on cybersecurity and AI

The topic of new legislation in the field of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence was presented by Barbora Vlachová, lead attorney at Portos and member of the board of the Czech Bar Association. During the discussion, she focused on the impact of the new cybersecurity law, related European regulations, and future regulations in the field of AI.

"Companies must determine whether they fall under the category of regulated service providers and adjust their internal procedures accordingly. It is not only a matter of complying with the law, but also of avoiding potential sanctions that could affect both the company itself and its management. Under EU legislation, such as the CRA or AI Act, it is important to clearly distinguish which products or processes are subject to regulation and to implement specific measures, such as employee training in AI or control mechanisms. Only in this way can companies ensure that the rules work in practice and do not cause unnecessary complications," explained Vlachová.

The PORTOS discussion breakfast took place on February 4, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Czech Club in the Municipal House in Prague. The event was primarily intended for company representatives, management, and experts who want to prepare themselves in a timely and practical manner for the legislative changes of 2026.

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