Slovakia Must Implement Reforms to Access New EU Funds for Local Governments

Slovakia will only receive new European Union funds for local governments if it implements required reforms, according to Deputy Interior Minister Michal Kaliňák from Hlas-SD, a center-left party in the ruling coalition. Brussels has made it clear that member states must design their new EU funding programs to support reform processes as a condition for accessing the money. The requirement reflects the European Union's increasing emphasis on linking financial assistance to structural improvements and governance reforms in member countries.