Slovakia’s current government, led by Robert Fico’s Smer party, has decided to uphold a defence cooperation agreement with the United States, despite years of vehement criticism and promises to alter it. Previously, Smer labelled the deal as “treacherous” and even campaigned for a referendum to revoke it. However, after returning to power, the party has opted to leave the agreement unchanged, marking a significant policy shift. This decision contrasts sharply with pre-election rhetoric and raises questions about the government’s current priorities. Experts suggest the move reflects pragmatic considerations regarding national security and Slovakia’s international commitments. The about-face represents a notable U-turn for a party that actively opposed the deal while in opposition. It underscores the complexities of governing and the potential for policy reversals.