Slovak exports are traditionally associated with automobiles, electronic equipment or engineering products, but there are also areas that hide great export potential. Many of these can be found in the energy sector. It is not only energy products such as electricity, but also technological and professional know-how that Slovakia can export to global markets. A key factor for success in energy markets is a balanced energy mix. As a country with a historical emphasis on nuclear energy, Slovakia can exploit its potential and become a leader in low-carbon energy technologies. Combined with renewables, we can provide the world with comprehensive solutions that are both environmentally friendly and economically viable.
So we have a huge opportunity in front of us in terms of export targets. We can export our expertise in the construction and operation of nuclear power plants not only to the markets of Eastern and Central Europe, but also to global markets looking for clean and stable power generation solutions.
This knowledge becomes an invaluable asset that increases our value in foreign markets. The construction and commissioning of the new nuclear unit at Mochovce is proof that Slovakia has a strong potential to become a global exporter of nuclear technology knowledge.
If we look at countries like Poland, which is currently investing in nuclear and wind farms to diversify its energy base and reduce its dependence on coal, Slovakia can play a key role in the transition to greener forms of energy.
With our expertise in nuclear and renewables, we can offer the Polish market not only the technology, but also the installation and operating systems themselves. However, the wider context of the Green Deal also needs to be considered. This ambitious European Union project, which aims to decarbonise the economy, brings both challenges and opportunities. Care must be taken to ensure that the transition to clean energy does not jeopardise the economic competitiveness of countries.
Slovakia can use this agenda as an impetus to further develop its export potential, especially in the field of nuclear technologies, which can be considered as an important tool for achieving climate goals. At the same time, it is essential that we do not lose industrial competitiveness, which requires an effective transition to clean energy without jeopardising economic growth.