Brussels – Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico participated in an informal EU summit on Monday, where he also held discussions with European Commissioners for Energy, Dan Jörgensen, and for Democracy and Rule of Law, Michael McGrath, as reported by TASR.
Fico shared details of the meetings in a video posted on Facebook, referring to his discussion with Jörgensen as “traditional,” centered around Slovakia’s gas supply situation. His conversation with Commissioner McGrath focused on potential amendments to the Slovak Constitution.
The Prime Minister noted that after technical difficulties prevented his travel to Brussels last week, he was able to continue conversations with Energy Commissioner Jörgensen during the leaders’ discussion regarding defense matters.
“We addressed the gas supply for Slovakia again. Alongside the European Commission, we are working on an alternative to import gas from Azerbaijan, which will ensure reliable, high-quality gas supplies for our domestic needs,” he explained. He expressed optimism that this would gradually impact gas transit through Ukraine and signaled that positive developments for Slovakia were on the horizon.
Commissioner Jörgensen commented on X, stating that discussions with Fico are ongoing regarding energy matters, with both sides seeking solutions to address the end of gas transit and ensure resource availability, in line with the EU’s RepowerEU program.
Regarding his conversation with McGrath, Fico described it as addressing a “technical legal problem” about when the Slovak Constitution might take precedence over EU legislation. McGrath previously underscored that the supremacy of EU law is clearly established in EU Court of Justice case law and is not up for debate.
Fico presented his intention to amend the constitution to specify that Slovakia recognizes only two genders—male and female. He indicated that this change would also pertain to issues surrounding child adoption and would align the state educational program with constitutional principles.
He affirmed his commitment to dialogue with McGrath, expressing confidence that any proposals for amending the Slovak Constitution, once presented to the Slovak National Council, would be legally sound and conflict-free with EU regulations.
Reflecting on the extraordinary EU summit, Fico remarked that “the world has completely changed.” He cited actions taken by US President Donald Trump, including tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, increased military spending demands, and proposals for Greenland’s integration into the USA.
“Given these circumstances, it’s increasingly vital to communicate with the Slovak public regarding how the government will navigate challenges related to our EU and NATO membership in light of these unfolding events,” Fico emphasized. (February 3rd)
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