# SaS political outreach and economic platform in Slovakia > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sas-political-outreach-and-economic-platform-in-slovakia > Updated: 2026-10-06T15:53:55.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Branislav Gröhling, leader of the SaS political party, has launched a series of initiatives to engage with the Slovak economy and position his party as a political alternative to the government of Robert Fico. Initially, Gröhling focused on direct outreach by visiting various workplaces, such as construction sites, to understand the practical challenges faced by workers and businesses. He stated his intention to move beyond parliamentary discussions regarding budgets and taxes to focus on where money is generated through the work of companies and employees. Following this outreach, Gröhling unveiled a formal political program described as “right-wing, pro-business, and non-populist.” This vision includes potential austerity measures—such as reducing state aid, cutting ministries, and ending certain free services—to prevent economic instability. SaS intends to run independently in the upcoming National Council elections and has maintained a policy of not forming coalitions with Smer-SD, Hlas-SD, SNS, or Republika. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-06: SaS leader Branislav Gröhling unveils post-Fico economic vision SaS leader Branislav Gröhling unveiled a right-wing, pro-business program for Slovakia, proposing necessary but unpopular austerity measures to stimulate the economy and provide an alternative to Robert Fico. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sas-leader-branislav-grhling-unveils-post-fico-economic-vision ### 2026-09-10: Branislav Gröhling visits construction sites to engage with Slovak workers SaS leader Branislav Gröhling has started visiting Slovak workplaces, including construction sites, to engage directly with workers and understand the economic realities of businesses. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/branislav-grhling-visits-construction-sites-to-engage-with-slovak-workers --- Cite as: SaS political outreach and economic platform in Slovakia. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sas-political-outreach-and-economic-platform-in-slovakia