In a shocking and politically charged attack, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was critically injured on Wednesday, May 15, when a 71-year-old gunman opened fire on him. The assailant, identified as Juraj Cintula, has been charged with attempted murder, according to Slovak Interior Minister Matus Sutaj Estok, who described the attack as “politically motivated.” Attempted […]
In a shocking incident that has rocked Slovakia, Prime Minister Robert Fico was critically wounded after being shot in the chest and sustaining head injuries. The attack occurred as he was leaving a government building in Handlova, a central Slovakian town, where he had attended a meeting earlier. Details of the Incident As Prime Minister […]
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful delivery of the first two Slovakian F-16 Block 70 jets. These advanced aircraft represent a substantial leap in aerospace technology and reaffirm Lockheed Martin’s commitment to bolstering Slovakia’s national defense capabilities. Advancing Slovakia’s Defense Capabilities OJ Sanchez, Vice President and General Manager of […]
DXC Technology, a Fortune 500 global technology services leader, has announced its support for the Polish Payment Standard (PSP) in expanding its mobile payment system, BLIK, into Romania and Slovakia. This initiative will see DXC modernizing and adapting the BLIK central system to align with payment standards in the two countries, ensuring compatibility with the […]
BLS International Services Ltd, recognized for its expertise in providing outsourcing solutions to governments and embassies worldwide, has recently clinched an exclusive visa outsourcing agreement for Slovakia. This massive deal spans across 18 nations, encapsulating more than 54 offices. The spotlight shines on the fact that Slovakia, a destination that pulled in 2.64 million globetrotters […]
Centene Corporation, an American managed care company, has agreed to divest its Spanish and Central European businesses to French hospital company Vivalto Santé for an undisclosed price. The transaction is in line with Centene’s review of strategic alternatives for its international portfolio. The managed care company plans to use the majority of the net proceeds […]
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals said that it has secured marketing approval for Ryaltris, a fixed-dose combination nasal spray, in 13 countries across the European Union (EU) and the UK. Ryaltris (olopatadine 665 µg and mometasone furoate 25 µg) has approval for the symptomatic treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis in adults and children, aged over 12. […]
French insurance giant AXA has signed a deal to divest its Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovakia businesses to UNIQA Insurance Group, an Austrian insurance company, as per the latest insurance acquisition news. As per the deal terms, AXA will offload 100% of its life and savings, property and casualty and pension businesses in Central and […]