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The Republic of Slovenia expresses its grave concern regarding Israel’s recent decisions and measures in the occupied West Bank, which risk further entrenching an unlawful situation on occupied Palestinian territory.

Dear citizens, dear compatriots at home and abroad, few nations in the world can boast such a strong commitment to culture as the Slovenes.

On the sidelines of the visit of foreign ministers from the Middle East and the Gulf to Slovenia, a panel discussion entitled 'From the Board of Peace to Broader Peace in the Middle East' took place as part of the Bled Strategic Forum. All participants emphasised that nobody wants a new war in the region and that everyone is making significant diplomatic efforts to achieve peace.

Prime Minister Robert Golob met with a group of the most powerful Arabic ministers of foreign affairs, who came to Slovenia to show their support for the Slovenian government’s policy regarding the Palestinian question. Talks focused on the current situation in Palestine and the strong mutual desire to further enhance bilateral relations.

With its visit to the Koroška region, the Government continued its series of regional visits. In the morning, it held its 190th regular session in Dravograd, after which members of the Government continued with separate field programmes. In the afternoon, a consultation with mayors and representatives of the business sector was organised in Slovenj Gradec, aimed at reviewing key development challenges and coordinating further steps.

The Slovenian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs fully supports Franc Jožef Smrtnik, a member of the Carinthian State Parliament (Landtag), who was reprimanded during yesterday's session for using three Slovene phrases in his six-minute address.

On the basis of the Aviation Act, a Public Tender for Enhanced Air Connectivity of Slovenia was published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Slovenia and the Official Journal of the European Union on 6. 2. 2026. In accordance with the Act, the tender documentation is publicly published, however, the English translation is merely an information aid for foreign air carriers when preparing applications for aid.

The application for aid and Annexes must be submitted in Slovene language.

First submission deadline is 6. 3. 2026 at 23:59:59.
Second submission deadline is 31. 8. 2026 at 23:59:59.

Ahead of the Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, the Government GOVSI Podcast discussed the expectations of the Slovenian Olympic team, the importance of fan support, and the role of the Slovenian House in promoting Slovenia. The guests of the episode were Blaž Perko, Head of the Slovenian Olympic Team, and Matic Švab, Managing Director of the Slovenian Olympic Committee.

As part of the Slovenian government visit to the Koroška region, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon visited the First Primary School Slovenj Gradec, one of the first schools in Slovenia to join the UNESCO Associated Schools Network.

State Secretary Neva Grašič held political consultations with Thomas Byrne, Minister of State with responsibility for European Affairs and Defence at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exchanging views on current European and global issues, particularly in light of Ireland’s preparations for the Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the second half of 2026.

At today’s session, the Government adopted the Programme of Development Incentive Measures in the Fields of Economic, Environmental, Social and Cultural Development and Human Resources Development. It was briefed on information related to the preparation of starting points for drafting legislative bases that will regulate the use of social networks and similar online services, and it proclaimed 5 March as the National Reading Day.

As part of a government visit to the Koroška region, the Prime Minister visited Dravograd and Ravne na Koroškem, where he met with the management and the staff of the General Hospital Slovenj Gradec.

Prime Minister Robert Golob hosted a working breakfast for members of the European Commission and leaders of political groups in the European Parliament, who are currently visiting Slovenia.

The 36th Alpe-Adria Fair – the region’s largest tourism event – opened on 4 February. In her address, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon emphasised that tourism today is about much more than just travel. It is a form of soft power, promoting dialogue, trust and stability. Tourism provides an important platform for developing international cooperation and partnerships and for fostering mutual understanding.

Prime Minister Robert Golob attended the Dual-Use Slovenia 2026 conference. Prime Minister Golob began by recalling that Europe has had to face serious challenges in the last five years: first the pandemic, then the war in Ukraine, natural disasters, and finally the trade war.

July 31st 2026 the Consulate General will be offering consular hours in Tower, Minnesota.

April 11th and April 12th 2026 the Consulate General will be offering consular hours in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

As part of the Latin America and Caribbean Days (LAC Days) conference, the Ministry of Finance, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), organised the fourth seminar entitled 'Business Opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean'.

On January 30, 2026, Ambassador Iztok Mirošič attended an NBA basketball game in which Luka Dončić played for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.

The Archivalia of the Month section features the Archivalia of the month of February, which is is dedicated to the world of espionage at the end of the First World War. We present the case of Anton Kravanja from Soča, a man who—even at first glance—appeared exceedingly suspicious.
The text was prepared by Jernej Komac.