Tomáš Taraba has announced the creation of a new political party, Taraba – Rozvoj Slovenska, and has launched a nationwide signature campaign for its official registration. The former environment minister and his team plan to visit 2,700 towns and municipalities across Slovakia. He is being joined by former members of Hlas-SD and Republika. <Cite refs={[“turn748078view0″,”turn748078search2”]}/>
Taraba presented his plans in a video posted on social media. The announcement was made at the foot of Devin Castle, rather than at a traditional press conference where journalists could ask questions.
According to Taraba, the new party aims to focus on economic growth, strengthening regions, and reducing political infighting. For official registration, the party needs at least 10,000 valid signatures from citizens, after which it must meet legal requirements and apply for registration with the Ministry of the Interior. <Cite refs={[“turn748078search1″,”turn748078search2”]}/>
Taraba’s Platform
The former minister emphasized in his statement that Slovakia, in his view, needs economic development and sustained economic growth. This, he said, should enable the state to finance public services and investment.
He mentioned the construction of hospitals and highways, quality education, and environmental protection as priorities. His program also includes building stronger regions and transferring more responsibility and decision-making power to local governments.
Taraba criticized constant party conflicts and stated that politics should focus more on meeting the needs of citizens. He also expressed his commitment to protecting Slovakia’s traditional values and cultural identity. These are the priorities he introduced in his initial announcement, with further details expected in future program statements. <Cite refs={[“turn748078search1″,”turn748078search3”]}/>
Who Has Joined Taraba’s New Political Project
Taraba also introduced his core team. Among them is Peter Slyško, a former MP and member of Hlas-SD, and Marek Géci, who previously worked with Republika.
The team also includes Juraj Moravčík, former director of the Slovak Environment Agency. According to media reports, the project involves Peter Molda, former director of Vodohospodárska výstavba, and Michal Lavrík, whom Taraba described as an expert in public administration. <Cite refs={[“turn748078search2″,”turn748078search3”]}/>
Taraba and Slyško had previously made it clear that they do not intend to obstruct the current government’s functioning. How the new party will work with the current coalition and what its role will be in Slovak politics remains to be seen as the project develops.
Engagement Across Slovak Towns and Villages
The drive for signatures will include visits to approximately 2,700 cities and municipalities. Taraba aims to connect with residents and local government representatives and to gather support for the party’s registration.
The announcement does not mean the party is officially registered yet. It must first collect the required number of valid signatures and then complete the legal registration process.
Taraba previously led the party Život – Národná strana and won a parliamentary seat on the Slovak National Party (SNS) ticket in the last election. He served as environment minister as a nominee from SNS, leaving the post after a parliamentary vote of no confidence and subsequent dismissal by the president. <Cite refs={[“turn748078search2″,”turn748078search3”]}/>
This new political venture marks another step in his political career. Its future will depend not only on successfully collecting enough signatures but also on the detailed program, the composition of the team, and the party’s ability to attract voters.
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This article was translated from the original Slovak version with the assistance of AI.
