Czech Republic - Factors To Watch on April 5

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T-BILL AUCTION

The central bank will auction a tranche of 13-week Finance Ministry Treasury bills.

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CENTRAL BANK BOARD HOLDS NON-POLICY MEETING

The central bank's governing board will hold a regular weekly meeting, but it is not scheduled to discuss monetary policy issues.

AUTO SALES

The Car Importers' Association (SDA) will hold a news conference on first quarter car sales at 0900 GMT.

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FINANCE MINISTRY TO SET COUPON

The Finance Ministry will set the coupon for the new 5-year benchmark government bond at 1200 GMT.

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OPPOSITION REJECTS REFORM PLAN

The Czech opposition Social Democrats rejected the centre-right government's tax and spending reform plans on Wednesday, saying they would only help the rich while hurting the rest of Czech society.

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CZECHS SEEK SECURITY GUARANTEE FROM U.S.

The Czech Republic wants the United States to provide stronger security guarantees and military cooperation in exchange for hosting part of its missile defence shield, a note sent to the U.S. government said.

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