Trade Union Leader Criticizes Slovak Government's Abandonment of Social Values

The head of Slovakia's main trade union confederation has accused Prime Minister Robert Fico's government of abandoning social democratic principles and prioritizing financial interests over workers' needs. Monika Uhlerová, president of the Confederation of Trade Unions (KOZ), argued that the government has resigned from social values and is now punishing even children from poor families. She criticized what she described as well-marketed but ineffective policy packages that fail to address unequal distribution of wealth in society. Uhlerová's comments represent growing criticism from labor organizations of Fico's current administration, which despite its social-democratic party label, faces accusations of moving away from traditional left-wing economic policies. The trade union leader questioned whether Slovakia can still be considered a social state under current government policies.