AmCham Slovakia has a powerful and direct legislative impact in Slovakia, supporting the continuous improvement of business environment in Slovakia for more than 25 years.
Continual development of the business environment in Slovakia through Committees and other initiatives.
Pillars
AmCham´s mission is to improve the business environment in Slovakia and
increase the country´s competitiveness. By combining our members´ focus
and expertise with most crucial areas for the country we focus our
advocacy efforts on the following four pillars:
Regions #eastinnovation
People #skills4future
Institutions #ruleoflaw
Innovations #InnovativeSlovakia
Policy/Advocacy Platforms
Rule of Law Initiative #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Serinová
- +421 947 949 005
- zuzana.serinova@amcham.sk
Construction Law Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Natália Spodniak
- +421 902 912 000
- natalia.spodniak@amcham.sk
Civil Code Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Public Procurement Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Restructuring and Insolvency Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Tax Committee #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Business Service Center Forum #skills4future
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Firgánková
- +421 948 894 671
- zuzana.firgankova@amcham.sk
Business Academic Cooperation Committee #skills4future
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Firgánková
- +421 948 894 671
- zuzana.firgankova@amcham.sk
Employment & Social Affairs Committee #skills4future
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Firgánková
- +421 948 894 671
- zuzana.firgankova@amcham.sk
AIslovakIA #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Martina Slabejová
- martina.slabejova@amcham.sk
Digital Committee #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Martina Slabejová
- martina.slabejova@amcham.sk
ESG #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Serinová
- +421 947 949 005
- zuzana.serinova@amcham.sk
Health Care Committee #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Martina Slabejová
- martina.slabejova@amcham.sk
Eastern Slovakia’s Business Potential #eastinnovation
- Your Contact person:
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- Peter Mikula
- +421 947 948 008
- peter.mikula@amcham.sk
Regional Business Community #eastinnovation
- Your Contact person:
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- Peter Mikula
- +421 947 948 008
- peter.mikula@amcham.sk
News and Updates
FUTURE-READY SLOVAKIA: LET´S TALK COMPETITIVENESS
Slovakia’s position in global rankings is declining, and the economic landscape is becoming increasingly challenging. The EU’s Competitiveness Compass sends a clear message: competitiveness is no longer a luxury; it’s an urgent priority. The question is no longer if we act, but how. How can Slovakia move beyond simply attracting investment and become a truly future-ready country, powered by innovation, resilient institutions, sustainability, and a dynamic business environment? This high-impact event brings together the sharpest minds, business leaders, policymakers, economists, and innovators for bold, solution-driven discussions on Slovakia’s economic transformation. We’ve curated over 5 key events, each opening critical conversations that matter to both businesses and institutions. Join us and be part of shaping Slovakia’s future.
April 16, 2025
№1 in Public Procurement for the 13th time!
Law firm RUŽIČKA AND PARTNERS successfully defended its top position in the Public Procurement category of the prestigious Law Firm of the Year 2025 awards. The 13th consecutive victory in this category represents a remarkable achievement in the history of the contest.
April 16, 2025
New Guidance on Financial Transaction Tax Issued by the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic
On April 10, 2025, the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic issued
new guidance (No. MF/008722/2025-77) detailing the procedures for
assessing taxpayer activities within Slovakia.
April 10, 2025
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CMS advises on groundbreaking Slovak Republics first retail government bonds
CMS is pleased to announce that the firm has acted as a legal adviser
for the Debt and Liquidity Management Agency (ARDAL), a government
agency responsible for the operation of government debt and liquidity in
the Slovak Republic, on the historic first issuance of retail
government bonds in Slovakia.
April 08, 2025
Global Workforce Trend 2025 / Accelerating Adaptability
The labor market in 2025 will continue to evolve dynamically under the
influence of digitalization, demographic shifts, and changing employee
expectations. ManpowerGroup has identified 16 key trends shaping the
workplace, employee priorities, and employer-employee relationships.
April 04, 2025
CMS European M&A Study 2025 - Buyers take the lead in a shifting market
CMS, with one of the largest corporate/M&A legal practices in Europe, has released the 17th edition of its European M&A Study, offering exclusive insights into the evolving deal landscape.
March 25, 2025
FUTURE-READY SLOVAKIA: LET´S TALK COMPETITIVENESS
Slovakia’s position in global rankings is declining, and the economic landscape is becoming increasingly challenging. The EU’s Competitiveness Compass sends a clear message: competitiveness is no longer a luxury; it’s an urgent priority. The question is no longer if we act, but how. How can Slovakia move beyond simply attracting investment and become a truly future-ready country, powered by innovation, resilient institutions, sustainability, and a dynamic business environment? This high-impact event brings together the sharpest minds, business leaders, policymakers, economists, and innovators for bold, solution-driven discussions on Slovakia’s economic transformation. We’ve curated over 5 key events, each opening critical conversations that matter to both businesses and institutions. Join us and be part of shaping Slovakia’s future.
April 16, 2025
New Guidance on Financial Transaction Tax Issued by the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic
On April 10, 2025, the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic issued
new guidance (No. MF/008722/2025-77) detailing the procedures for
assessing taxpayer activities within Slovakia.
April 10, 2025
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Meeting with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Justice of the Slovak Republic Mr. Milan Hodas
On 24th March, the representatives of the Amcham Civil Code Task Force
met with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Justice of the Slovak
Republic Mr. Milan Hodas. We discussed the upcoming steps following the
legislative plans related to recodification of the Civil Code.
March 24, 2025
AmCham members empowering future leaders
At AmCham Slovakia, we firmly believe that the key to enhancing our
country’s competitiveness lies in empowering the next generation—the
future torchbearers who will shape our economic landscape and quality of
life.
March 21, 2025
Transaction tax: application challenges
The American Chamber of Commerce in Slovakia (AmCham Slovakia) supports the Slovak government’s efforts to consolidate the state budget, recognizing the need to improve public finances and enhance the competitiveness of the Slovak economy.
March 18, 2025
Directory of Members & Who is Who Almanac 2025
AmCham Slovakia will soon publish the 23rd edition of its annual
“Directory of Members” yearbook that will again include "Who is Who
Almanac" - interviews with top leaders of our member companies.
March 12, 2025
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№1 in Public Procurement for the 13th time!
Law firm RUŽIČKA AND PARTNERS successfully defended its top position in the Public Procurement category of the prestigious Law Firm of the Year 2025 awards. The 13th consecutive victory in this category represents a remarkable achievement in the history of the contest.
April 16, 2025
CMS advises on groundbreaking Slovak Republics first retail government bonds
CMS is pleased to announce that the firm has acted as a legal adviser
for the Debt and Liquidity Management Agency (ARDAL), a government
agency responsible for the operation of government debt and liquidity in
the Slovak Republic, on the historic first issuance of retail
government bonds in Slovakia.
April 08, 2025
Global Workforce Trend 2025 / Accelerating Adaptability
The labor market in 2025 will continue to evolve dynamically under the
influence of digitalization, demographic shifts, and changing employee
expectations. ManpowerGroup has identified 16 key trends shaping the
workplace, employee priorities, and employer-employee relationships.
April 04, 2025
CMS European M&A Study 2025 - Buyers take the lead in a shifting market
CMS, with one of the largest corporate/M&A legal practices in Europe, has released the 17th edition of its European M&A Study, offering exclusive insights into the evolving deal landscape.
March 25, 2025
Health is in our hands how outsourcing of Sii testing services improves the work of the healthcare sector
The rising demand for medical services is pushing the healthcare
industry to adopt agile and secure IT solutions, with testing playing a
critical role in ensuring software quality and patient safety.
March 24, 2025
ESG and Employees: Why Your Company May Be Further Ahead Than You Think.
How to turn routine HR activities into a strategic ESG advantage
March 19, 2025
August 23, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - August 2023
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June 20, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - June 2023
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May 18, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - May 2023
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April 19, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - April 2023
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March 15, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - March 2023
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February 23, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - February 2023
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Policy process
Work in Committees and Task Forces
Voluntary participation, no entitlement for compensation.Voluntary participation, no entitlement for compensation.
Chairperson – elected by members of the Committee, approved by the Board
Two (2) Vice Chairs – assists with coordination, in the absence of the Chair takes over the leadership
Chairperson – elected by members of the Committee, approved by the Board
Two (2) Vice Chairs – assists with coordination, in the absence of the Chair takes over the leadership
- Meetings – should be on a regular basis, preferably once a quarter
- Agenda – prepared by C. Coordinator a few working days in advance
- Minutes – Actions and Decisions – sent to C. members within 7 working days after the meeting
Every advocacy initiative should be accompanied by an Advocacy Plan, available at the members only website area, containing:
- Advocacy Tool – Position Papers, Policy Briefs, Press Releases
- Target Audience – Government, Parliament, Stakeholders
- Timeframe – adapted to the AmCham rules and procedures, legislative process or other processes of concern
- Possible Coalitions – Foreign Chambers of Commerce in SR, business alliances, organizations or federations
- Leadership and Issue – Ownership - Chairs, Vice-Chairs, Spokespersons
Standard approval procedure
In case an urgent Position of AmCham needs to be released – two working days. The fast-track procedure has been amended on the Board Meeting in Oct. 2007.
- First stage - pre-draft of a Position Statement, written by a member or committee coordinator is circulated among AmCham members that have expressed interest in the given topic. Comments to be submitted within 5 working days.
- Second stage - members’ suggestions incorporated and an appropriate wording of the position formulated. The second stage shall not exceed 3 working days.
- Third (final) stage - final draft circulated among members and AmCham Board Members for their review. Conflicting requirements to be resolved by the coordinator. The final stage must not last more than 5 working days. Not responding within this timeframe is considered as an approval.
In case an urgent Position of AmCham needs to be released – two working days. The fast-track procedure has been amended on the Board Meeting in Oct. 2007.
- First phase (24 hours – one working day): AmCham consults the proposed Statement (and enclosed Advocacy Plan / Strategy if applicable) with Members of the Board Policy / Advocacy Standing Committee; potential comments and subsequent approval of at least three Members of the Policy Standing Committee and at least one Member of the AmCham Executive Committee are needed within a 24-hour period. In addition, an Executive Sponsor from within the Board must be identified for each initiative.
- Second phase (48 hours – two working days): AmCham sends the draft of the Position Statement in the version approved by the Policy Standing Committee to the full Board. This stage should not last more than two working days. Not responding within this timeframe is considered as approval. Unless a member involved in the process is not happy with the final version, the position paper can be released.
Election Process
A Committee coordinator (member of AmCham policy team) is responsible for conducting a transparent and smooth process of nominations, digital voting via email/Google sheets and announcement of the results.
Committee Election Process:
- A leadership of each committee will be voted by members of a respective committee after two calendar years.
- Only committee members are allowed to run for the elections and have a right to vote.
- Each company would have 1 vote (filling out 1 election ballot giving their preferential vote to 1 chair and 1 vice-chair).
- Chairs and vicechairs are allowed to run for reelection without any limit on the number of terms.
- The Board reserves the right to dismiss a chair and/or vicechair of a committee in case of serious breach of ethical principles and/or lack of professional competency and/ or capacity to lead the committee.
Testimonials
The Business Academic Committee is one of the most active groups at Amcham and our members have contributed many ideas that have turned into actions and concrete results with a very high success rate. We have a constant dialogue with the Ministry of Education and influence decisions that have an effect on all Amcham members. We provide forums where the best and brightest students from our Universities can find their match in the Business world. We bring Deans and Professors in the same room with CEOs to exchange ideas and foster communication. We have success stories that speak for themselves: students turned into interns, interns turned into new hires and on their path to be our future leaders.
—Martin Kardoš, CSI Leasing
Sustainable Digital Shift
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