- Prime Minister Robert Fico denies plans to increase VAT for fiscal consolidation.
- Fico responded to claims by the opposition party Progressive Slovakia.
- Fico dismissed accusations related to foreign influence and VAT increase.
- Progressive Slovakia alleged Fico is diverting attention from a planned VAT hike.
- The Finance Ministry will not comment on consolidation measures until finalized.
Source: tasr.sk
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