Illustrative stock photo

Slovak industry slowed down mostly by energy

Production supported by the automotive sector.

12. jul 2016
Slovak President Andrej Ksika (L) and Defence Minister Peter Gajdoš at a press briefing in Warsaw

Slovakia to lead NATO Demining Trust Fund in Ukraine

The summit taking place in Warsaw in early July brings initial results: Slovakia will be in charge of a NATO Trust Fund concerning explosive ordnance disposal and demining.

11. jul 2016
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Van with migrants crashes in police chase

A van carrying illegal migrants from Iraq, Syria and Iran crashed near the Jarovce-Kittsee crossing on the Slovak-Austrian border July 9.

11. jul 2016
US President Barack Obama

NATO is a space for cooperation

Recent events have fundamentally changed the landscape and security environment in Europe and around the world.

11. jul 2016

Trams finally connect Danube banks

Even though the new Old Bridge crossing the Danube River in Bratislava was completed in December 2015, it took almost seven more months until trams were able to transport people across the river.

11. jul 2016
Volkswagen Slovakia plant

Volkswagen Slovakia suspends production for three weeks

The Volkswagen Slovakia (VW SK) plant of the carmaker stopped production lines on July 11, in a planned temporary shutdown.

11. jul 2016
ryanair plane, illustrative stock photo

New flights between Bratislava and Leeds Bradford as of November

A new air link between the British city of Leeds (Leeds Bradford Airport) and Bratislava will be launched by Irish low-cost airline Ryanair on November 4 as part of its winter flight schedule.

11. jul 2016
The reconstructed Bratislava Castle

Bratislava Castle to be closed due to presidency

Slovakia’s presidency of the Council of European Union (EU) has brought the country, and especially the capital, many extras regarding cultural and social life. However, there are also some limitations.

11. jul 2016
Festival of Sand in the shopping center Gallery Mlyny (Sculpture of Július Satinský, Slovak actor, comedian, playwright, writer and author of books for children)

Oversized sand sculptures in Nitra

Eighteen people, eight nights and one hundred and fifty tonnes of the sand were needed for the Festival of Sand.

10. jul 2016
The second year of the climb to the highest cemetery in Slovakia, illustrative stock photo.

Tourists met in the battlefield

The highest cemetery in Slovakia was visited by tourists to honor the memory of soldiers.

9. jul 2016
Copulating of red-footed falcons

Critically endangered bird of prey nested in Slovakia

After years of decline, hope glimmers for a rare falcon thanks to cooperation between associations.

9. jul 2016
Just 119 to go. Slovakia consumed 120 large beers per person last year.

Potent potables of Slovakia

This regularly updated feature on beer and spirits in Slovakia includes tips on local production and regional variety.

8. jul 2016
Currant orchards above Devín.

Devín’s currant wine is back

The first edition of the Currant Devín festival recalls famous history.

8. jul 2016
The Viva Europa! concert started impressively.

Festival hailing music “comes out”, opens presidency

The festival Viva Musica promises several changes in its 12 th year expansion, a host of outdoor concerts for everyone – and also the opening concert of the Slovak presidency of the Council of EU.

8. jul 2016

FinMin wants to change bank levy

The Slovak Banking Association opposes the plan.

8. jul 2016
President Andrej Kiska

President will represent Slovakia at NATO summit

The summit should set parameters for further adaptation of the Alliance.

8. jul 2016

Bratislava hosts summit of regions and cities

As well as official discussions, there will be several cultural events held in the capital.

8. jul 2016
Speaker of Parliament Andrej Danko

Quote of the week

“When I pass my post on to my successor one day, nobody in this room will wear a T-shirt, offend their colleagues or open a horalka wafer.”

8. jul 2016
PM Robert Fico

Fico: EU leaders should overcome fear

The fear triggers separatist forces, contributes to fragmentation, Slovak PM says.

8. jul 2016

PMÚ uncovers vertical agreement for trade in dairy products

Aggregate fine of €10 million imposed on nine businesses.

8. jul 2016
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