Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Chinese autonomous vehicle developer WeRide to discuss potential collaboration and investment. The meeting was facilitated by DiusAi, a company led by businessman Patrik Tkáč, where Fico’s son, Michal Fico, is employed. DiusAi focuses on artificial intelligence, including technologies relevant to self-driving cars. The Prime Minister’s office has not disclosed specific details of the discussions regarding potential projects or financial commitments. Critics are raising questions about potential conflicts of interest given the familial connection and the government’s promotion of the sector. Michal Fico also holds a position within the Smer party’s agency, further fueling scrutiny. The government maintains that the discussions are aimed at fostering technological advancement in Slovakia.