The Slovak government is promoting investments from the United Arab Emirates targeting ports, irrigation systems,H and spas. However, these deals are raising significant concerns due to the absence of public competitive bidding. Critics argue that skipping tenders preventsPي prevents the state from securing the most favorable terms. In the agricultural sector, farmers suggest that privatizing irrigation systems directly to them would be more beneficial than a single large foreign investor. There are worries that this approach prioritizes foreign capital over domesticM local interests. The government continues to champion these deals as a boost to the economy. Nevertheless, the lack of transparency remains a central point of contention.