latter complementing the strong export sector that has made Slovakia one of Europe’s more dynamic economies. Reducing still … well as a sound banking system limit vulnerabilities, but Slovakia’s fortunes remain closely tied to external developments …, especially in the euro area, and there are risks from regional tensions since Russia provides much of Slovakia’s energy and is a …

, input shortages, subdued confidence, weaker global demand, and heightened energy security risks, given Slovakia's heavy …

This Selected Issues paper provides a brief overview of Slovakia's transformation over this period. The note is divided … discusses the economic impact of EU accession and highlights the main challenges that Slovakia still faces. Although the first … decade in the EU has seen successes, Slovakia faces important challenges to consolidate its position and close the gap with …