Tomáš Valášek

Slovak diplomat and former ambassador

Tomáš Valášek - Slovak diplomat and former ambassador
Born

June 21st, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Slovakia

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Served as Slovakia's Ambassador to NATO from 2013 to 2018. Played a significant role in Slovakia's integration into Western institutions. Worked on defense and security issues, advocating for transatlantic cooperation. Contributed to various discussions on European security and military cooperation during his tenure.

Served as Slovakia's Ambassador to NATO

Advocated for Slovak defense policies

Engaged in European security discussions

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