2010 Slovak parliamentary election

The 2010 Slovak parliamentary election, held on June 12, 2010, determined Slovakia's legislative leadership. The center-left Direction – Social Democracy (Smer-SD), led by Robert Fico, won the most seats, enabling Fico to form a government. Several other parties, including the Slovak Christian and Democratic Union (KDH) and Freedom and Solidarity (SaS), gained seats, reflecting a diverse political landscape. The election was driven by issues like economic recovery and corruption. Voter turnout was around 58%, and the result set the stage for policy directions in areas such as social welfare and economic reforms.