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Economic relations between Slovakia and Türkiye have entered a dynamic new phase following the inaugural Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) session held in Istanbul. With bilateral trade already reaching nearly €4 billion, representatives from both nations gathered to convert strategic dialogue into actionable cross-border partnerships. A key highlight of the summit was the official …

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The Turkish-Slovak Business Community (TSBC) recently participated in IDA Türkiye (Industrial Cooperation Days in Defense, Aerospace, and High-Tech Industry) in Ankara. The high-level gathering brought together leading industrial stakeholders, technology developers, suppliers, and trade associations from across Türkiye and around the world. ​Prominent Turkish defense and high-tech leaders were present at the event, including Aselsan, …

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ISTANBUL – A Slovak business delegation led by the Slovak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SOPK) has returned from a mission to Istanbul that confirmed the enormous potential of economic relations between Slovakia and Türkiye. We were proud to be part of it. The mission ran from 15 to 18 September 2026, with the main …

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Turkish Language Institute at the Faculty of Arts (Filozofická fakulta) of Comenius University in Bratislava traces its institutional roots to 2006. Building on initiatives undertaken during Ambassador Suna Çokgür Ilıcak’s tenure in 2005–2006, a Cooperation Protocol signed between TİKA (the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency) and Comenius University on 28 January 2006 launched the program, …

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Overview A recent amendment to Turkish tax legislation introduces a significant incentive for individuals relocating to Türkiye. Under this amendment, income and earnings derived outside Türkiye by individuals who have not been Turkish tax residents during the preceding three calendar years are exempt from Turkish income tax for a period of twenty years. To determine …

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BRATISLAVA / ANKARA — The Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAV) and the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TÜBİTAK) have launched their 11th Bilateral Joint Call for Proposals. The framework provides funding for exactly three collaborative research projects with a duration of up to 36 months. Slovak researchers are eligible for up to €120,000 …

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7 February – 28 August 2026, part of Trenčín 2026 European Capital of Culture From 7 February to 28 August 2026, Trenčín Castle hosts Well of Love, a new exhibition by four Turkish artists and artist duos, curated by Ekmel Ertan. Presented within the Contemporary Castle programme of Trenčín 2026 European Capital of Culture, the …

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First Turkish summit as strategic partner; Athens tariff deal and Slovakia’s incoming 2027 presidency reshape Central Europe’s energy map DUBROVNIK – The 11th Three Seas Initiative Summit, held in Dubrovnik on 28 – 29 April 2026, marked a turning point in Central Europe’s response to the loss of Russian gas transit through Ukraine. With Türkiye …

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Brussels/Prague/Dubnica nad Váhom – January 2026 – In a move set to redefine Europe’s defense industrial landscape, the Slovak Ministry of Defense and Czech-based industrial giant Czechoslovak Group, through its subsidiary ZVS Holding, have signed a colossal framework agreement worth up to 58 billion euros. This unprecedented seven-year deal positions Slovakia and CSG as a …

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We are proud to facilitate a vital transfer of expertise from Türkiye to Slovakia regarding the reintegration of families – specifically women who have lost partners to military conflict or terrorism. With the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Europe faces a new humanitarian landscape. This knowledge transfer is essential, as these proven support models can be …

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