Slovakia manages diplomatic expansion and environmental policy shifts

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Slovakia is navigating several key political and economic developments. Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár marked 36 years of Slovak diplomacy, noting the expansion to 82 diplomatic representations and the nation's ambition to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2028–2029. Regarding energy security, Blanár called for an independent capacity test of the Adria oil pipeline, involving European Commission experts, to ensure it can meet regional needs.

In environmental policy, the government has revoked controversial resolutions concerning national park zoning to protect access to EU Recovery and Resilience Plan funds. This move follows criticism from officials like Filip Kuffa and opposition members who warned of potential financial penalties. Additionally, Minister Tomáš Taraba announced nearly 115 million euros in infrastructure investments for the Pohronie and Hont regions, focusing on water, waste, and heating systems.

On the fiscal and administrative front, Prime Minister Robert Fico announced the abolition of the transaction tax effective January 1, 2027. Meanwhile, opposition members have called for a parliamentary inquiry into the Ministry of Investments, alleging irregularities regarding a potential 90 million euro contract related to the slovensko.sk portal.

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Adria pipeline · European Commission · Juraj Blanár · MOL Group · Robert Fico · Slovakia · Slovnaft · Tomáš Taraba

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Slovakia is campaigning for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2028–2029 term. ereport.sk
[○ 1 SOURCE] Minister Tomáš Taraba announced nearly 115 million euros in investments for the Pohronie and Hont regions, targeting heating, water, and waste infrastructure. hnonline.sk
[○ 1 SOURCE] Prime Minister Robert Fico announced that the transaction tax will be abolished starting January 1, 2027. www.postoj.sk
[○ 1 SOURCE] MP Ján Hargaš alleged that the Ministry of Investments intends to award a contract exceeding 90 million euros without a competitive tender. www.pravda.sk
[○ 1 SOURCE] Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár called for an independent capacity test of the Adria oil pipeline involving European Commission experts. felvidek.ma
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Slovak government canceled controversial resolutions regarding national park zoning to avoid risking Recovery and Resilience Plan funds. www.topky.sk
[○ 1 SOURCE] Slovakia currently maintains 82 diplomatic representations, consisting of 68 embassies, 7 missions to international organizations, and 7 consulates general. ereport.sk
[● 2 SOURCES] State Secretary Filip Kuffa stated that the government's decision to revoke national park zoning resolutions validates his previous warnings regarding EU compliance. www.ta3.com · www.topky.sk