Diplomacy also ensures the presentation of national values. That is why it is necessary to ensure that the equal opportunities to which the country subscribes do not remain mere words on the paper of international treaties.

Although Slovakia has jumped in the media freedom rankings, this is mainly due to the deterioration in other countries. According to Adam Solga from the Department of Journalism at Comenius University, the election of the director general of RTVS, for example, should have been much more depoliticised.

We will not prevent congestion without enabling people to travel in a different, more comfortable and efficient way, by public transport or bicycle, says Czech MEP Mikulas Peksa.

The reform of national parks succeeded by only one vote, reminds Environment Minister Ján Budaj. Things that should have been adopted a long time ago are passing only fragilely in Slovakia. But all it takes is for a handful of people to start meeting in a café to bring about change, he thinks.

The transition to a circular economy is supported by the current situation with prices of building materials and inflation. People are turning more to sustainable solutions, which can also be more cost-effective, says MEP Michal Wiezik.