# Slovakia international economic cooperation expansion > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/slovakia-international-economic-cooperation-expansion > Updated: 2026-10-19T13:00:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Slovakia is actively pursuing diverse international economic partnerships across Asia and Europe. In Asia, the country has engaged in trade initiatives with China, specifically through the ‘Enter Slovakia’ Economic and Trade Exchange Event aimed at positioning Slovakia as a “strategic gateway to the European Union market.” Additionally, the Slovakia-Singapore Chamber of Commerce has conducted visits to foster bilateral trade and cultural ties. In other regions, Slovakia is leveraging the tenth year of the EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) to increase the competitiveness of Slovak firms through reduced tariffs. Bilateral relations with Croatia have also seen growth, with trade exceeding one billion euros for three consecutive years. Recent discussions between Slovak and Croatian officials have focused on expanding cooperation in the defense industry, particularly regarding ammunition production, while addressing shared concerns over energy prices and EU budgetary policies. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Slovakia expands economic cooperation with Canada and Croatia Slovakia is expanding its economic reach through the decade-long CETA agreement with Canada and deepening bilateral trade with Croatia, including potential cooperation in ammunition production. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/slovakia-expands-economic-cooperation-with-canada-and-croatia ### 2026-10-10: Slovakia strengthens economic ties with China and Singapore Slovakia is strengthening economic ties with Asia through trade exchange events with Ningbo, China, and diplomatic visits by the Slovakia-Singapore Chamber of Commerce to promote investment and innovation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/slovakia-strengthens-economic-ties-with-china-and-singapore --- Cite as: Slovakia international economic cooperation expansion. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/slovakia-international-economic-cooperation-expansion