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Slovakia Identified as EU VAT Fraud Hotspot

1/20/2026

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  • Key Information: The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) says Slovakia is a VAT fraud hub, with one in three cases linked to the country.
  • During a visit, Laura Codruta Kovesi, head of the EPPO, stated Slovakia is a transit point for criminal money, affecting EU finances.
  • Justice Minister Boris Susko acknowledged the issue but did not address Kovesi's claims.