Prime Minister: EU and NATO as significant pillars of security and prosperity

"There's still no realistic alternative to membership of the European Union (EU) and NATO; these two communities are sources of security and prosperity for Slovakia", said Slovak Prime Minister Peter Pellegrini (Smer-SD) during celebrations of the 20th anniversary of Poland's accession to NATO in Warsaw on Sunday. According to Pellegrini, unity is currently the best available tool. "Our strength lies in the ability to discuss differences between us and seek joint options in reaction to any challenges," stressed the Slovak prime minister. The significance of Slovakia's active membership of international organisations is chiefly enhanced by global competition, the technological and information revolution and negative developments in the security environment, added the prime minister. In 2019, Slovakia is celebrating 15 years of its membership of NATO and the European Union.