On October 16 local time, Slovak Prime Minister Fico said in his opening speech at the European Export Day:Unless he sees a reasonable recommendation from the European Council, he will not support the 19th round of sanctions on Russia.。
“I think it is the responsibility of the European Council as a leader to provide certain guidelines to the European Commission. I think yesterday (15 October) I made this clear to the President of the European Council, and it is our responsibility to make reasonable recommendations to complement the conclusions of the European Council.”
Fizo called on Slovakia's political and business circles to be prepared to resume relations with Russia because it is necessary to seek business opportunities with Russia after the Russia-Ukraine conflict ends. same time,He criticized the European Council for focusing too much on aiding Ukraine and ignoring the EU's competitiveness issuesHe believes that it is necessary to discuss the future of the automotive industry and the issue of high energy prices.In the case of exports and weak competitiveness, Slovakia may not be able to export products abroad.
Fizo believes that there are still many issues within the EU that need attention, rather than meeting every day to discuss the Ukraine issue.(Journalist at Warren Buffett)