At the Energy Council, Hungary and Slovakia prevented a united declaration on phasing out Russian fossil fuels. The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs surprised with a gesture towards the pro-nuclear EU states.
By Manuel Berkel
Closer cooperation in the production of 155 mm ammunition is crucial for the Polish side, while Slovakia is interested in Korean K-2 tanks, among other things, which are to be produced in Poland.
By Redaktion Table
After the end of Russian gas flows through Ukraine, other routes will become important for security of supply. A large pipeline is due to be completed in 2029 and will bring new revenue to Ukraine and Slovakia. However, national egotisms, the consequences of the Russian invasion and the general move away from gas as an energy source are increasingly complicating European trade.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU head of government is visiting Brazil. Fico's host, together with Beijing, presented a twelve-point plan to end the war in Ukraine at the beginning of the year.
By Amelie Richter
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has been shot. His life was in danger on Wednesday evening. The social situation in the country is currently polarized.
By Redaktion Table
The EU regulatory authorities permit Slovakia to provide state aid to a Volvo plant. The car manufacturer is majority-owned by Geely. The Commission justifies the decision with jobs in the EU country.
By Amelie Richter
Slovakia is choosing the successor to President Čaputová. If Parliamentary Speaker Peter Pellegrini wins, Putin-friendly Premier Fico gains free rein for further controversial reforms and guarantees impunity for his shady political associates.
By Redaktion Table
On Monday, the energy ministers will discuss complaints from Central European countries against Germany's high transit fees for natural gas. If the levy were abolished at the borders, German industrial customers would have to shoulder additional costs in the five to eight figure range.
By Manuel Berkel
