The new Permanent Representative of the Slovak Republic to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in Paris is Bronislava Chmelová. The communication department of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs (MFEA) of the Slovak Republic announced this on Wednesday.
Chmelová is a career diplomat with more than 20 years of experience in developing and implementing strategies to support the business environment and economic diplomacy. In addition to her work at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, she has also served at the Ministry of Economy of the Slovak Republic. She promoted Slovakia’s trade and economic interests and the development of economic relations as an economic diplomat at Slovakia’s embassies in Ireland and Austria. Most recently, she headed the Department of Economic Diplomacy Coordination at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs.
“OECD is an important partner for Slovakia in building a competitive economy, implementing reforms, fostering economic development, and strengthening its position on the international stage. Therefore, the Slovak Republic is represented professionally in Paris within this organisation, with clear priorities that address current challenges — from economic transformation to digitalisation and the use of artificial intelligence,” said Slovakia’s Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár (Smer-SD).
Under the leadership of Bronislava Chmelová, the Permanent Mission of Slovakia to the OECD will use the platform to share best practices and address global challenges that require international cooperation. “Priorities will include strengthening economic modernisation and competitiveness, developing sectoral policies from trade, education, and innovation to environmental protection, digitalisation, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence,” the new Permanent Representative said, adding that emphasis will be placed on sharing applicable OECD outputs and involving small and medium-sized enterprises, academia, and regions in the organisation’s cross-cutting projects.
According to Chmelová, the OECD’s development-related work is also important, as it includes activities that enhance the effectiveness of development assistance. The OECD recently published a Peer Review of the Development Cooperation of the Slovak Republic, praising its management, expertise, and reliability, supported by a clear legislative and policy framework.
The OECD brings together 38 of the world’s most economically developed countries. Its work takes place in more than 200 specialised committees, working groups, and expert teams. The Slovak Republic became a member on 14 December 2000.
Source: TASR
