Our Scans · Slovakia · Weekly Summary

• [New] Slovakia-based Klein Vision's two-seat AirCar - a fully functioning flying car that has already gained its certifications - will officially go on sale in early 2026 from around £600,000. Top Gear
• [New] The EU may see pushback for aid to Ukraine from countries like Slovakia and the Czech Republic, which will likely oppose additional aid packages to Ukraine. Crisis24
• [New] In the main analysis, projected cost reductions ranged from 19.2% (€221 million) in Switzerland to 5.4% (€4.2 million) in Slovakia for intervention 350. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] At least in Hungary and Slovakia stated that the European Commission began to explore various options after Budapest and Bratislava threatened to block the extension of sanctions against Russia. EADaily
• The Slovak government plans to develop energy communities through a partnership with the Energy Communities Cluster of Slovakia, aiming to increase energy self-sufficiency in cities, municipalities, and households. Energy Digest
• The construction industry in Slovakia is expected to grow by 1.6% in real terms in 2025, supported by investment in energy and infrastructure projects, coupled with a return to growth in residential sector. Yahoo Finance
• The halt, which was anticipated, affects about 5% of EU gas imports during the peak winter heating season, with Slovakia being the most impacted. KeyValue
• To stabilize Ukraine's finances, the EU adopted a EUR - 90 billion loan framework for 2026-27, exempting Hungary, Slovakia, and Czechia. DGAP
• Consumers in Denmark, Finland, France, Sweden and Slovakia could save €8.5 billion on energy bills in 2026 because of their cleaner electricity mixes, while countries still more reliant on fossil fuels face significantly higher costs. Euronews
• In the short term, Kia will mitigate the transition phase toward electrification by expanding its HEV lineup and enhancing supply flexibility through three key production hubs in Mexico, Korea, and Slovakia. Hyundai Motor Group
• The United States, Slovakia, and Westinghouse Electric Company intend to launch a FEED study for the Westinghouse nuclear power plant in Slovakia, expected to be funded by the Foundational Infrastructure for Responsible Use of SMR Technology (FIRST) Program. U.S. Embassy in Slovakia

Last updated: 19 June 2026