Archive of articles - April 2005, page 10

Committee to examine immunity issue

Slovaks get EU format passports

KIA land deal still in limbo

THE FATE of KIA's investment in Slovakia hinges on how promptly the cabinet will resolve the issues surrounding the purchase of land needed to complete the Korean carmaker's new production facility north of Žilina.

It's getting dark in here

FORMER Prime Minister Vladimír Mečiar has never properly explained the financing of his luxurious villa Elektra in Trenčianské Teplice, nor has former Defence Minister Pavol Kanis told where he got the money for his stately home.

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White powder sent to top officials

Nitra confronts art

THE ANNUAL Confrontations festival in Nitra has two main aims. Firstly, to give young people a chance to participate in the cultural life of the region. Secondly, for the artists to have their work scrutinized by arts professionals.

Slovak lawsuits take too long

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SARIO's successes and challenges

IN ONLY a few years, Slovakia has become the investors' darling, attracting enough investment capital per capita to pretty much match that of the neighbouring Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland.Analysts vary in pinpointing the most important factors that have put the small European country on investors' radar screens.

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EC says Slovakia's economy will grow fast

State suppliers: no competition

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Doing what it takes

WITHOUT investment incentives, Slovakia would not be able to compete with other Central European countries chasing foreign investments. According to analysts, cash grants, fixed-term tax relief and cheap land are important decision-making factors when it comes to establishing operations in a new region.

Life in the EU without tobacco?

THE EUROPEAN Union has launched a massive anti-smoking campaign worth €72 million. The campaign, entitled "Help: For a Life Without Tobacco", primarily targets adolescents and young adults.At a campaign stop in Slovakia on March 31, EU officials said they would tour all 25-member states to present the new campaign. The goal is to encourage people to quit smoking and to prevent non-smokers from lighting up.

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Freight haulier headed for auction

THE LIBERALIZATION of the railway transport market is starting to take shape. The ministers with economic portfolio recommended that the cabinet approve the privatization of the state's freight transportation company, Cargo Slovakia.

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