Tomáš Valášek
Slovak diplomat and former ambassador
Born
June 21st, 1972
52 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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