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Slovakia could be fined millions as sewage system falls 40 years behind
Only 71 percent of population connected, far below EU average.
New cybersecurity requirements impact energy sector
Cyber threats in Slovakia and other European Union countries have been on the rise in recent years and are becoming increasingly sophisticated.
Slovak bakers reject the idea of using insect-based ingredients in their products
All food products containing this novel food must be properly labelled to inform consumers of the presence of insects.
A pro-Russian group says 450,000 want to end Russia sanctions
Brat za Brata delivered a petition to the president on Tuesday, but accusations of forgery cast doubt on its claims.
Robert Fico wades into Romania’s election row, calling for EU intervention
But over the weekend, the premier focused on women – offering praise while avoiding their real challenges.
News digest: Fico’s gain at EU summit, firm no to Macron
One Smer politician in Brussels, another in Moscow, a third in Bratislava claiming that Russia would be a reliable neighbour for Slovakia.
‘We are seen as total lunatics,’ says Slovakia’s former UK ambassador
Brother of justice minister to replace Róbert Ondrejcsák in London.
Trump confirms 25 percent tariffs on EU cars, illogically blaming European VAT as well.
New trade policy strains EU ties with erratic tariffs and flawed economic logic.
MiCa: A new era of cryptoasset regulation in the European Union
The cryptoasset market has developed rapidly in recent years, but legal regulation in the EU has lagged regarding these developments.
President may soon have to decide on holding contentious referendum
Pro-Russian micro-parties say they have collected more than 240,000 signatures; 350,000 are required.
Fico denies Slovakia will leave EU – but leaves informal Brussels meeting early
President Pellegrini’s round table falls flat as key opposition leaders refuse to attend.
PM Fico unveils plan to rewrite Slovakia’s constitution
The prime minister is challenging the principle that EU law takes precedence over national legislation.
Smer party votes against its own EU commissioner
Smer-nominated Maroš Šefčovič takes key role, but the party voted against the Commission in a move called “absurd” by critics.
Survey: Trump distrusted by Slovaks, Harris struggles with name recognition
Despite strong opposition, Czech President Petr Pavel and Hungary’s Viktor Orbán top Slovak voters' trust.
European Union will probably suspend the new Slovak financial transaction tax
There are several problems with the legislation that will come into force in January 2025.
MPs to revise criminal law changes, yet again. Slovakia fears loss of EU funds
The EC has criticised the government over its reduction of penalties for crimes related to misuse of European funds.
Poll: Slovaks know little about EU institutions, but their trust is immense
European Commission president trusted by a third of Slovaks.
The European population crisis also affects Slovakia
The problem needs to be highlighted with a united European voice.
EU wants to see more vacuum cleaners fixed, but Slovakia lacks repairers
Students not interested in working as electrical mechanics.
Slovak borovička receives protected status from European Commission
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