OECD Development Co‑operation Peer Reviews: Slovak Republic 2025

Annex B. Progress against OECD legal instruments under the responsibility of the DAC

Recommendations adopted by the Development Assistance Committee

DAC Recommendation on the Terms and Conditions of Aid

In 2023, as in previous years, the average grant element of Slovak official development assistance (ODA) commitments was 100%, both overall and to least-developed countries (LDCs). On this basis, the Slovak Republic meets the grant element requirements of Paragraphs 2 and 8 of the Recommendation on the Terms and Conditions of Aid [OECD/LEGAL/5006].

However, the Slovak Republic’s ODA commitments (rather than disbursements) reached 0.18% of gross national income (GNI) in 2022, dropping to 0.15% in 2023, below the DAC average country effort of 0.30% in 2022 and 0.31% in 2023. On this basis, the Slovak Republic does not meet the volume requirement of Paragraph 3 of the Recommendation.

DAC Recommendation on Untying Official Development Assistance

The Slovak Republic is not yet aligned with the DAC Recommendation on Untying Official Development Assistance [OECD/LEGAL/5015]. On average, over the five-year period from 2018-22, the share of de jure untied ODA provided to countries covered by the Recommendation stood at 8%, noting that the average volume of bilateral ODA commitments covered by the Recommendation over this period was USD 2.3 million. In 2023, the share of de jure untied ODA provided to countries covered by the Recommendation increased to 23.8%, compared to 12.1% in 2022. In 2023, Slovak tied aid covered by the Recommendation (USD 2 million) was comprised entirely of exceptional donations of COVID-19 vaccines.1

In general, except for COVID-19 vaccines, Slovak ODA is not provided through procurement-related modalities. Tied aid provided by SAIDC is mainly comprised of project-type grants for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and universities.

Regarding adherence to the transparency provision of the Recommendation, as the Slovak Republic does not deliver its ODA through procurement-related modalities, it does not have any ex ante notification (of procurement opportunities) or ex post contract awards to report.

DAC Recommendation on the Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus

Since 2022, in response to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the Slovak Republic has increased its share of humanitarian assistance. In 2023, humanitarian assistance amounted to USD 3.4 million (8.9% of bilateral ODA), a little less than half of what it provided in 2022. However, the Slovak Republic has increased its ODA to peace-seeking sectors2. A sizeable portion of this went to Ukraine and was linked both to humanitarian assistance and post-conflict return and resumption of economic activities. These activities supported a joint planning and programming initiative to reach collective outcomes incorporating humanitarian, development and peace actions, as outlined in the DAC Recommendation on the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus [OECD/LEGAL/5019].

The Slovak Republic’s ability to support local partners directly in crisis situations is good practice and a strength when implementing across the HDP nexus. The Slovak Republic supports local authorities and civil society organisations (CSOs) via micro-grants (up to EUR 10 000) administered by Slovak embassies in partner countries, as well as through financial contributions, made by decision of the Minister of Foreign and European Affairs. The MFEA and other central administration bodies can also provide financial contributions to ODA recipients, financial institutions and international organisations (MFEA, 2025[1]). SAIDC’s small size enables it to adapt as it is not constrained by dedicated humanitarian and development windows or budgets. Nevertheless, providing more predictable, flexible and multi-year programming, which is key to fulfilling this recommendation, will require SAIDC to adopt more forward budgeting and planning.

The Slovak Republic held the post of the Chair of the Organization for Security and Co‑operation in Europe (OSCE) in 2019, subsequently assuming the role of Special Representative of the OSCE Presidency and Project Co‑ordinator for Ukraine in 2023‑24. It also leads the Group of Friends of Security Sector and Governance Reform in the OSCE. The Slovak Republic was Vice-Chair in the UN Human Rights Council in 2020.

The Slovak Republic’s participation, through Eximbanka, in implementing the Ukraine Facility on behalf of the European Union, will be a good test case to see how it prioritises prevention and peacebuilding, forms partnerships and works to strengthen national and local capacity in conflict-affected contexts.

DAC Recommendation on Ending Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment in Development Co‑operation and Humanitarian Assistance

The Slovak Republic does not have dedicated reporting protocols or support mechanisms for victims of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) in the context of development co‑operation, as suggested by the DAC Recommendation on Ending Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment in Development Co-operation and Humanitarian Assistance [OECD/LEGAL/5020]. However, human trafficking, sexual violence and sexual abuse in general are offenses in the Slovak Republic’s Criminal Code. According to Act No. 365/2004 Coll. Antidiscrimination Act and Amendments to Some Laws (the Anti-Discrimination Act), sexual harassment is one form of discrimination. However, there are no specific regulations addressing SEAH in development co‑operation.

The Code of Ethics for Civil Servantsapplies to all civil servants, obliging them to act with dignity and respect in interpersonal relations (Government of the Slovak Republic, 2019[2]). However, it does not explicitly address SEAH or provide specific standards or regulations on the subject. The 2019 SAIDC Code of Ethicsestablishes requirements for integrity and rules of conduct for SAIDC employees in the performance of their duties and interactions with applicants, grant recipients, institutional representatives and colleagues (SAIDC, 2019[3]). It requires SAIDC employees to collaborate with colleagues and other coworkers honestly, fairly and in accordance with principles of proper conduct, regardless of race, religion, gender, age or origin, and to represent and promote a high standard of interpersonal relationships, fostering collaboration and positive workplace relations. Making this code of ethics available in the languages of its partner countries would be a next step.

Applicants for SAIDC grants are required to provide a declaration of honour including the following commitment: “During the implementation of eligible activities for the target group, no discrimination will occur based on gender, sex, age, race, ethnicity, creed or religion, sexual orientation, disability, or affiliation with any disadvantaged group. Furthermore, no group of persons will be subjected to disadvantaged conditions, taking into account the specific needs of the target group (e.g. in terms of accessibility for persons with disabilities)” (Slov-Lex, 2022[4]). This declaration includes gender among the forms of discrimination, but there is no explicit mention of SEAH.

No formal policies are in place that focus on cultural change or leadership specifically related to SEAH, though there are ongoing discussions about addressing SEAH within future contracts and international partnerships. SAIDC is considering including clauses in contracts with implementing partners that explicitly address SEAH prevention, reporting and response. This may also include the possibility of penalties and sanctions in case of misconduct, with potential measures ranging from warnings to contract termination or other appropriate sanctions.

There are no specific reporting and response procedures for SEAH violations. General guidelines exist for employees on when and to whom to report suspicions of violations of the Code of Ethics. Since April 2021, an advisor for the ethical behaviour of civil servants has been active within the MFEA. Training for all civil servants at the MFEA does not include SEAH explicitly but encompasses the obligation to act with dignity and respect in interpersonal relations. SAIDC has not yet implemented formal training programmes and capacity-building programmes or awareness-raising initiatives specifically focused on prevention of SEAH.

While the Slovak Republic has yet to develop internal policies and professional conduct standards to support organisational change and leadership on SEAH in the provision of international aid, its implementing partners are already doing so. For example, partnerships with the UNHCR to support refugees from Ukraine required implementing partners to uphold the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policies in place in international organisations (UNHCR, 2022[5]). International co‑ordination on SEAH primarily occurs through mechanisms such as the OECD DAC Reference Group for the Recommendation on Ending SEAH, the OECD DAC Network on Gender Equality or the EU Member States Gender Expert Group.

Finally, the Slovak Republic does not have any specific mechanism for monitoring, evaluation and reporting on SEAH prevention and response in development co‑operation and humanitarian assistance.

DAC Recommendation on Enabling Civil Society in Development Co‑operation and Humanitarian Assistance

The Slovak Republic has taken several important steps to strengthen its partnership with civil society organisations (CSOs) within its development co‑operation framework. The new Medium-Term Strategy for Development Cooperation of the Slovak Republic for 2025‑2030 reflects alignment with the DAC Recommendation on Enabling Civil Society in Development Co‑operation and Humanitarian Assistance [OECD/LEGAL/5021], reaffirming the role of CSOs as key actors. Mechanisms such as strategic partnerships, micro grants managed by embassies for local CSOs and support for capacity building (especially through platforms like Ambrela) have helped institutionalise CSO involvement in both implementation and policy making. New efforts also emphasise localisation, human rights, gender equality and global citizenship education, while strategic documents such as Country Strategy Papers prioritise good governance and building civil society. These are all welcome initiatives for open civic space in the Slovak Republic.

However, notable challenges and gaps persist. Budgetary constraints, particularly post-2024 public finance consolidation, have led to cuts in funding, fewer project approvals, layoffs among CSOs, and significant delays in project approval and implementation, undermining responsiveness to local needs. Administrative burdens, although reducing, remain heavy, and there is a lack of strategic documentation specifically dedicated to CSO co‑operation. Furthermore, SAIDC does not actively support or assess CSO transparency, accountability or human rights mechanisms with standardised tools, leading to inconsistencies. Limited SAIDC involvement during project implementation and insufficient oversight mechanisms for equitable partnerships further weaken the effectiveness and sustainability of civil society support in partner countries.

One of the success stories from recent years concerns two calls for proposals, published in 2020, which focused on the COVID-19 pandemic response. These calls for proposals were published, closed and processed much more quickly than other standard calls for proposals that focused on development interventions. The aim of these calls was to provide targeted aid to the most vulnerable communities in partner countries, delivered in the shortest timeframe possible. Eligible applicants were CSOs from the Slovak Republic along with local CSOs in partner countries. This experience, and a consideration of the advantages and disadvantages of a streamlined, simplified procedure and its impact on delivery, offer valuable learning opportunities.

DAC Recommendation on Gender Equality and the Empowerment of All Women and Girls in Development Co‑operation and Humanitarian Assistance

The Slovak Republic consistently promotes gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls as a core element of its foreign policy, development co‑operation and humanitarian efforts, in line with the DAC Recommendation on Gender Equality and the Empowerment of All Women and Girls in Development Co‑operation and Humanitarian Assistance [OECD/LEGAL/5022]. Through active engagement in international forums such as the UN Human Rights Council and targeted embassy initiatives, the Slovak Republic supports initiatives combatting gender-based violence, promoting women's roles in peace and security, and protecting women journalists. The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs (MFEA) has institutionalised gender equality as a key policy priority, organising numerous events and projects worldwide to raise awareness and support the empowerment of women, especially in conflict-affected and vulnerable communities.

The Slovak Republic has adopted comprehensive national strategies and action plans to promote gender equality and combat violence against women. SAIDC signed a Diversity Charterin 2018 and the MFEA became a signatory in May 2022 (Nadacia Pontis, 2017[6]). Within the MFEA and its diplomatic service, measures such as the appointment of a Coordinator for Women’s Status and initiatives such as “Women in Diplomacy” enhance workplace diversity and inclusivity. Ongoing efforts include awareness campaigns, training sessions, and partnerships with civil society and international networks to maintain momentum toward achieving gender equality both at home and abroad. The Slovak Republic’s National Action Plan for the Prevention and Elimination of Violence against Women for the years 2022–2027 (Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family, 2021[7]) complements the National Strategy for Gender Equality and Equal Opportunities in the Slovak Republic for 2021‑2027and the Action Plan for Gender Equality for 2021‑2027 (Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family, 2021[8]; 2021[9]).

Equality between women and men is one of two cross-cutting themes in the Slovak Republic’s 2025-30 medium-term strategy. More explicitly, this theme emphasises:

“eliminating all forms of discrimination against women and girls, as well as all forms of violence against women and girls, including harmful practices and customs (such as early or forced marriage or female genital mutilation); ensuring equal opportunities in public life. Emphasis is placed on promoting education; improving access to quality health care for all girls, women, boys and men, taking into account their specific needs; reducing maternal, neonatal and under-five mortality. In the context of women’s economic empowerment, the goal is to develop and implement interventions that promote equal opportunities in the workplace, equal access to opportunities and resources, and women’s participation in business” (MFEA, 2025[10]).

The Slovak Republic has designed dedicated projects to improve opportunities for women and girls, especially in marginalised groups. These include projects in Kenya to enhance maternal health in West Pokot County, to promote women’s economic empowerment through the plastics circular economy, and to support refugee girls and young women through education. The Slovak Republic provides psycho-social support for women and children affected by conflict-related violence and other crimes in Ukraine.

An interim evaluation, undertaken in 2021, of the Slovak Republic’s 2019-23 medium-term strategy found that integrating gender equality and other cross-cutting themes into projects was insufficient, prompting the development of handbooks to improve guidance (MFEA, 2021[11]). In 2020, SAIDC issued handbooks on integrating both cross-cutting themes into projects and issues additional guidance on cross-cutting themes each year. Accelerating gender equality as a programme objective is perhaps more challenging because projects take the form of technical co‑operation or small-scale project grants. This is an opportunity for the Slovak Republic to facilitate policy dialogue with international, national and local civil society partners on how best to promote gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls in development co‑operation and humanitarian assistance and establish or strengthen their relevant systems. Doing so will help raise awareness in the Slovak Republic and with local partners that gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls is underpinned by more than numerical representation of the number of men and women targeted but also includes addressing deeper systemic issues.

Notwithstanding its efforts, the Slovak Republic’s support for gender equality in development co‑operation and humanitarian contexts is below the DAC average. In the period 2022-23, the Slovak Republic committed 15.6% of screened bilateral allocable ODA to gender equality and women’s empowerment,3 compared to 20.2% in 2020-21, and a 2022-23 DAC average of 46%. This is the equivalent of USD 5.2 million of screened bilateral allocable ODA in support of gender equality, on average, per year. The share of screened bilateral allocable ODA committed to gender equality and women’s empowerment as a principal objective was 1.2% in 2022-23, considerably lower than the DAC average of 3.9%. The Slovak Republic includes gender equality objectives in 15.5% of ODA for humanitarian aid, below the 2022-23 DAC average of 19.1%.

The Slovak Republic is working to strengthen its monitoring and evaluation mechanisms through gender-sensitive indicators and evaluations to ensure meaningful outcomes, although collecting comprehensive and disaggregated data on gender is more challenging. In the design of calls for proposals, initiatives that promote gender equality are incentivised through a scoring system for grant applications.

Recommendations adopted by the OECD Council under DAC’s responsibility (joint with other OECD committees)

Recommendation on Policy Coherence for Sustainable Development

The Slovak Republic has demonstrated strong political commitment to the 2030 Agenda, embedding policy coherence for sustainable development (PCSD) into its development co‑operation strategies, as promoted by the Recommendation on Policy Coherence for Sustainable Development [OECD/LEGAL/0381]. Leadership structures have evolved, with responsibilities recently shifting to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, and efforts have been made to integrate sustainability across national and international policies. However, challenges remain in achieving full policy coherence, as there is no systematic framework to assess the transboundary effects of domestic policies, and co‑ordination across ministries, while formalised, lacks dedicated mechanisms for addressing international impacts.

Despite the adoption of the “Vision and Strategy of Development of the Slovak Republic until 2030” and participatory approaches to priority setting, the mainstreaming of SDG-aligned national priorities into sectoral strategies has been uneven (Ministry of Investment, Regional Development and Informatisation, 2020[12]). Strategic foresight is not yet systematically applied in development co‑operation planning, and while monitoring systems exist, they largely focus on domestic outcomes without analysing cross-border consequences. Three government councils (for the 2030 Agenda, the EU Green Deal and the Recovery and Resilience Plan) were merged in January 2025 into a unified Government Council for Sustainable Development and Financing to strengthen coherence, but gaps in practical implementation and enforcement across sectors persist.

Stakeholder engagement is a clear strength, with the Slovak Republic involving civil society, municipalities and international actors in development co‑operation discussions. Nonetheless, while the Slovak Republic has invested in public awareness initiatives and external evaluations, PCSD itself has not been a primary focus of evaluations, and there is still no unified framework for systematically assessing the external impacts of Slovak public policies.

As the Slovak Republic looks to involve its private sector in development co‑operation, it should work to include sustainability concerns into its business practices. For example, integrating sustainability criteria into public procurement would be a strong signal of the importance the Slovak Republic places on responsible business conduct. Global education and awareness building across Slovak society led by and benefiting the private sector would lead to stronger demand for policy coherence for sustainable development.

Recommendation for Development Co‑operation Actors on Managing the Risk of Corruption

In line with the Recommendation for Development Co‑operation Actors on Managing the Risk of Corruption [OECD/LEGAL/0431], both the MFEA and SAIDC have developed a Code of Ethics, establishing requirements for integrity and rules of conduct for civil servants and employees. The MFEA provides training for diplomats on anti-corruption measures, reporting misconduct and protecting whistleblowers – a practice that could be expanded to SAIDC staff and implementing partners. The advisor for ethical behaviour within the MFEA, active since April 2021, promotes an ethical culture and assesses compliance with the Code of Ethics. To effectively fulfil their role, it will be important to ensure that staff providing such advisory services are trained and prepared to discuss sensitive matters.

The MFEA’s 2019 Anti-Corruption Programme identifies project grants for development co‑operation as a risk area for corruption and outlines measures to mitigate these risks. In 2022, the MFEA revised guidance on the provision of project grants, mandating impartial evaluation by SAIDC, the selection commission, Slovak embassies and external experts. While maintaining impartiality in project grants is key, it constitutes only part of broader corruption risk management. Development actors are encouraged to map corruption risks across project cycles (e.g. from project design and selection to implementation and monitoring) as well as across modalities (e.g. including concessional loans and procurements, once these become operational). Specific guidance on corruption risk management in development co‑operation is still lacking. SAIDC publishes annual action plans for combating corruption, identifying potential corruption areas and measures to prevent corrupt behaviour.

Applications for SAIDC grants must include a risk analysis and proposed mitigation measures. However, the recommendation encourages ODA providers to conduct their own diagnostics – such as political economy analyses and risk assessments – to identify corruption risks and develop mitigation strategies, rather than placing the full responsibility for risk assessment on local partners applying for grants. Local partners may not always have the capacity to undertake such diagnostics effectively. For a lasting anti-corruption impact, providers should therefore invest in building local capacity through training, technical support and the development of meaningful partnerships.

In terms of due diligence, SAIDC grant agreements require adherence to the OECD Convention on Combating Bribery and, as such, include anti-corruption clauses. In addition, applicants must register in the Register of Public Sector Partners to enhance transparency. Each grant agreement includes monitoring provisions through reports and on-site missions – although, in practice, the latter do not happen systematically due to capacity constraints (see section entitled Institutional arrangements and management systems). Beyond ex ante monitoring, it is key to continually monitor projects and course correct as needed.

SAIDC grants are audited externally and internally to ensure compliance with financial regulations and project documentation. In 2023, building on existing internal regulations, the MFEA adopted a directive to protect whistleblowers which outlined procedures for reporting anti-social activities while ensuring confidentiality. SAIDC provides an online form where any individual can report suspicions of criminal offenses related to its activities, and it requires grant beneficiaries to report conflicts of interest. Violations can also be reported to the Whistleblower Protection Office, which safeguards whistleblowers' rights. Tracking the volume of complaints, who these are processed by and if follow-up action was taken, will be an important next step.

Violations of anti-corruption in SAIDC grants lead to contract termination or other remedial actions. Corruption is prosecuted as a criminal offence under Slovak law, with specific penalties outlined in the Criminal Code. Civil servants and SAIDC employees who violate Codes of Ethics may face disciplinary action.

Following recent legislative developments, the European Commission expressed concerns regarding the effectiveness of the anti-corruption framework, including the dismantling of the Special Prosecutor’s Office, amendments to the public procurement framework and attempts to amend the whistleblower protection framework and for a criminal law reform (European Commission, 2024[13]). This is a worrying development to the overall anti-corruption ecosystem and points towards the weakening of oversight and accountability institutions.

Recommendation on Environmental Assessment of Development Assistance Projects and Programmes

In line with the Recommendation on Environmental Assessment of Development Assistance Projects and Programmes [OECD/LEGAL/0458], SAIDC requires that all project grant applications address the themes of environmental and climate change impacts as well as gender. According to SAIDC’s methodological guidance on cross-cutting themes in humanitarian and development grants, published in March 2025 (SAIDC, 2025[14]), applicants must assess whether their project poses any environmental risks or offers opportunities for improvement in relation to environmental sustainability or climate resilience.

Where environmental risks are identified, applicants must classify them as either low or high. Low risks involve minor, localised and temporary impacts that are easily preventable or mitigated. High risks entail significant or irreversible harm to people or the environment, including impacts on sensitive ecosystems, Indigenous peoples’ rights and resources, large-scale displacement, high greenhouse gas emissions, or increased risk of social conflict. For projects assessed as low risk, applicants must provide a clear explanation of how the identified risks will be addressed or eliminated. For high-risk projects, as part of the grant application submission, applicants are required to provide an environmental impact assessment or strategic environmental assessment, in accordance with the applicable standards of the country where the project will be implemented.

OECD DAC Declarations

OECD DAC Declaration on a new approach to align development co‑operation with the goals of the Paris Agreement on Climate Change

In line with the OECD DAC Declaration on a new approach to align development co‑operation with the goals of the Paris Agreement on Climate Change [OECD/LEGAL/0466], environmental and climate change is considered a cross-cutting theme that should be mainstreamed across all development co‑operation efforts. The 2025‑30 medium-term strategy commits Slovak development co‑operation to not harm the environment and announces that it will actively contribute to global efforts to combat climate change and its impacts, focusing on promoting low-carbon energy, sustainable agriculture, conservation and sustainable use of natural resources and biodiversity conservation. The new GREEN programme will provide dedicated resources for activities addressing climate change, environmental protection or the circular economy (consolidating the three calls for proposals for programme countries in 2025). The Slovak Republic also contributes to multilateral organisations pursuing objectives of the Paris Agreement, such as the Green Climate Fund. The Slovak Republic has adopted the Paris Agreement and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. In 2023, a draft law attempted to enshrine carbon neutrality in national legislation, establishing binding greenhouse gas emission reduction targets as well as monitoring and enforcement mechanisms.

In 2022-23, the Slovak Republic committed 7.9% of its total bilateral allocable ODA (USD 2.6 million) in support of the environment and the Rio Conventions, down from 12% in 2020-21. The DAC average was 39.1% in 2022-23. In addition, 2% of screened bilateral allocable ODA focused on environmental issues as a principal objective, compared with the DAC average of 9.5%. Overall, 6% of total bilateral allocable ODA (USD 2.1 million) focused on climate change, up from 4.6% in 2020-21 (the DAC average was 34.9%). The Slovak Republic had a greater focus on mitigation (4.7%) than on adaptation (3.6%) in 2022-23, and 2% of screened bilateral allocable ODA (USD 0.6 million) focused on biodiversity, down from 2.7% in 2020-21, compared to the DAC average of 7.5%.

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Notes

← 1.  In-kind donations of COVID-19 vaccines are not reported as tied by all donors.

← 2.  The OECD Fragility Framework tracks ODA to peace-seeking sectors using the following Creditor Reporting System sector codes: 15110: Public sector policy and administrative management; 15111: Public finance management (PFM); 15112: Decentralisation and support to subnational government; 15113: anti-corruption organisations and institutions; 15130: Legal and judicial development; 15150: Democratic participation and civil society; 15152: Legislatures and political parties; 15153: Media and free flow of information; 15160: Human rights; 15170: Women's rights organisations and movements and government institutions; 15180: Ending violence against women and girls; 15190: Facilitation of orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility; 15210: Security system management and reform; 15220: Civilian peace-building, conflict prevention and resolution; 15230: Participation in international peacekeeping operations; 15240: Reintegration and SALW control; 15250: Removal of landmines and explosive remnants of war; and 15261: Child soldiers (prevention and demobilisation). See https://web-archive.oecd.org/temp/2024-06-19/57753-dacandcrscodelists.htm for a full list of purpose codes.

← 3.  The Slovak Republic screens all bilateral allocable ODA activities against the DAC gender equality policy marker.