Future Ready Slovakia: Let’s Talk Competitiveness!

Friday, May 23, 2025 From 10:30 to 12:30

Jurkovičova Tepláreň (Topical Stage), Bottova 1, Bratislava

Building Trust: Business & Institutions

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Building Trust: Business & Institutions

Building trust in institutions is a fundamental prerequisite for strengthening stability and entrepreneurial confidence—key drivers of Slovakia’s and Europe’s competitiveness. Low trust in public institutions undermines effective governance and weakens the business environment, limiting the country’s ability to attract investment and foster innovation. Strengthening institutional reliability, regulatory stability, and cooperation between governments and the private sector is essential to creating conditions where businesses can thrive. Addressing the root causes of distrust—such as inefficiency, unpredictability, and lack of accountability—can lead to more effective policymaking and long-term improvements in competitiveness. By building institutional confidence and delivering measurable outcomes, Slovakia can reinforce its governance framework and secure sustainable economic growth.

10:30 BEST PRACTICES FROM ABROAD

10:45 BUILDING TRUST IN INSTITUTIONS: DRIVING STABILITY AND COMPETITIVENESS

How does trust in institutions impact Slovakia’s economic and business environment?
What are the main causes of low trust in public institutions, and how can they be addressed?
How can governments and businesses collaborate to enhance transparency, governance, and regulatory stability?

11:30 BUSINESS STRATEGIES FOR A COMPETITIVE SLOVAKIA

11:45 TRANSFORMING INSTITUTIONS, EMPOWERING BUSINESS

How can public and private sector actors work together to create a more transparent, efficient, and innovation-friendly environment?
How effectively do public-private partnerships thrive in Slovakia, and what hidden potentials do they hold in strengthening institutional performance and driving innovation?
What reforms are needed to align public institutions with the evolving needs of citizens and businesses?

12:45 CLOSING REMARKS

Language: Slovak