Slovak Prime Minister Confirms Presidental Candidacy

People ♦ Published: December 18, 2013; 17:42 ♦ (Vindobona)

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who also serves as head of ruling left-winged Smer Party, announced his candidacy for the presidential office next year.

Slovak Prime Minister Confirms Presidental Candidacy / Picture: © Wikipedia / Dr J. Herbert

“I am a social democrat. I am offering my candidacy and understand it as a service for Slovakia and its people, aiming to protect its internal stability," Fico, announced during a meeting of politicians and diplomats.

Rumors about a candidacy of the 49-year-old have been circling for months. However, Fico has so far refused to confirm these reports. Experts predict high chances…