People and families must once again be the top priority, said chairman of the opposition Christian Democrats (KDH) Milan Majerský at the party's congress in the town of Ružomberok (Žilina region) on Saturday.
According to him, Slovakia needs change. The party also announced that it will prepare the strongest economic and pro-family programme for the election and will promote economic policies that support growth, a stable business environment, and the return of investments to Slovakia.
According to Majerský, Slovakia needs to stand again on a healthy foundation. "A strong family is the foundation of a strong state. If we want a strong country, we must create conditions that allow families to live, work, and raise their children with dignity," he said.
The party also emphasizes that the country's prosperity begins in the regions and therefore advocates decentralisation and the transfer of a larger share of decision-making and EU funds directly to the regions.
Majerský also stated that Slovakia must remain firmly anchored in the European Union and NATO, which are the foundations of the country's security and stability. "Slovakia needs a government that will work for the people, not for itself. KDH is prepared to replace this government and bring economic growth, strong regions, and a credible position in Europe to Slovakia," added Majerský.
KDH also announced that they will field three candidates for regional governors in the autumn regional election.
Party chairperson Majerský will attempt to defend his position as head of Prešov region, Igor Janckulik will run in Žilina region, and Lucia Gurbáľová will run in Košice region.
This will be Majerský 's third bid for the post of Prešov region chairperson, with the previous two having been successful. Janckulik unsuccessfully attempted to be elected chairperson of Žilina region in 2022, and for Gurbáľová, this will be her first bid for the position of Košice governor.
The combined election for municipal and regional authorities are scheduled to take place on 24 October although there has been no official announcement.
Source: TASR
