Presidential Election in Slovakia

SOURCE npr.org
Peter Pellegrini, a close ally of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico with pro-Russian policies, wins the presidential runoff in Slovakia, succeeding Zuzana Čaputová. Pellegrini pledges to be a president for all citizens and cements Fico's power. Critics fear a shift away from pro-Western stance towards Hungary's direction under Viktor Orbán.

Key Points

  • Pellegrini wins the presidential runoff in Slovakia with 53.26% of the vote
  • Pellegrini is a close ally of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico with pro-Russian policies
  • Critics worry about the government's direction under Fico's leadership

Pros

  • Pellegrini promises to be a president for all Slovak citizens
  • Pellegrini's win cements Fico's grip on power

Cons

  • Critics fear a potential shift away from Slovakia's pro-Western stance towards Hungary's direction