Fico: we want to change the Penal Code to avoid abuse
Prime minister Fico also told the European Commission President that his government is preparing changes to the Penal Code.
Prime minister Fico also told the European Commission President that his government is preparing changes to the Penal Code.
The chairman of the largest opposition party, Michal Simecka of Progressive Slovakia, called on the new government to show they are able to deal with the real problems of Slovakia.
The head of the police corps, Stefan Hamran, who led several investigations of politicians, was fired as he himself had expected.
The population of Slovakia is aging, and that means many jobs are left unfilled. An economist for Tatra Banka said migrants could help.
On his first day in office, Prime Minister Robert Fico is in Brussels to attend the two-day summit of government leaders.
In his inaugural address, Fico said his government would be constructive, and will not avoid any challenges.
The Slovak economy is expected to grow by 1.4 percent this year, and its growth should slightly accelerate to 1.9 percent in 2024.
Jaguar Land Rover's plant in Nitra will start producing electric vehicles later this decade as part of a plan to transform the British carmaker's plants around the world.
The new parliament was sworn in today. The leader of the second-largest coalition party, Peter Pellegrini of Hlas, is expected to be chosen as Speaker for the parliament.
Slovakia appointed its first female general on Tuesday.