EU Diplomacy: The EU and 22 member states welcomed Ethiopia’s 7th general election held June 1, praising the election board, workers, parties and civil society, and urging remaining constituencies to hold votes. Slovak Economy & EU Rules: The European Commission’s 2026 Spring Semester says countries including Slovakia took effective action on excessive deficits, while Italy’s procedure is only suspended, not closed. Business & Innovation: Slovakia’s Economy Ministry unveiled a pro-growth package cutting energy and red tape costs, boosting innovation funding and easing burdens for energy-intensive firms. Justice & EU Finances: The EPPO warned Slovakia’s new agricultural subsidy rules could weaken protection of EU financial interests by limiting authorities’ ability to suspend payments during criminal cases. Security & Politics: A dispute erupted over Slovakia’s 2K12 KUB air-defence systems, with opposition alleging possible resale abroad and the defence minister denying any loss of operational capability. Tax Enforcement: Slovakia’s shadow economy is estimated at about €17bn; a new “Tax Shield” memo targets tax crime with faster police and tax authority cooperation. Tech & Consumer Life: Fi expanded AI GPS pet wearables to 38 countries, adding Slovakia among new markets. Sports: Slovakia hosts Montenegro in a friendly as both build toward Nations League plans.