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The Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in Copenhagen marked the Day of Independence and Unity of the Republic of Slovenia, together with the approaching Christmas and New Year holidays, in a festive and cordial atmosphere that reflected both national pride and the spirit of the season.

Slovenia has been ranked third on Lonely Planet's list of destinations to visit this December.

The European Parliament has endorsed a resolution expressing support for the Slovenian-led My Voice, My Choice European Citizens' Initiative that seeks to ensure safe and accessible abortion care across the EU.

Prime Minister Robert Golob is attending the December meeting of the European Council in Brussels. The summit will focus on the discussion regarding financial support for Ukraine for 2026 and 2027 in the context of intensive diplomatic efforts for a lasting and just peace in Ukraine, which has been the subject of intense debate at the highest levels in recent weeks.

The 2nd European Science Diplomacy Conference is being held under the Danish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Peter Japelj, Director-General of the Directorate for Economic, Cultural and Science Diplomacy at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, participated in the opening panel entitled European science diplomacy in a rapidly changing world.

On 17 December this year, the Government of the Republic of Slovenia, as the founder and sole shareholder of the company Slovenska tiskovna agencija, d. o. o. (Slovenian Press Agency), concluded a contract for the provision of public service by the Slovenian Press Agency (STA). The contract was signed at the premises of the Government Communication Office (UKOM) by the Office's Director Petra Bezjak Cirman, who was authorised to sign and implement the contract under the authority of the Government, and the STA Director Mojca Prelesnik.

On the Independence and Unity Day, President Dr. Nataša Pirc Musar awarded the Archives of the Republic of Slovenia the Golden Order for Merits. The national archives received the decoration for its exceptional importance in preserving cultural heritage and managing the archival public service. The award is a confirmation of our mission and belongs to all generations of archivists who care for our national memory.

At today's session, the Government adopted the Decree laying down more detailed rules and criteria for granting state aid to the media and set out the text of the proposed Resolution on the National Healthcare Plan in Slovenia 2026–2035. It also gave its consent to the promotion of Brigadier Boštjan Močnik to the rank of General.

At its meeting on 17 December 2025, the Government of the Republic of Slovenia issued an Ordinance amending the Ordinance on the temporary reintroduction of border controls at the internal borders of the Republic of Slovenia with the Republic of Croatia and the Republic of Hungary.

Today, the Government took note of the Information on the Implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP), which will be submitted to the National Assembly of the Republic of Slovenia. The Government also discussed the Report on the Implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan before submitting the fifth payment request.

Prime Minister Robert Golob and his wife Tina Gaber Golob hosted a pre-Christmas charity reception. Ministers of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia were invited to the reception together with their spouses or partners.

Prime Minister Golob today hosted Evangelical Bishop Aleksander Erniša and his predecessor Leon Novak.

On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia, the Director of the Government Communication Office, Petra Bezjak Cirman, attended a press conference of the Olympic Committee of Slovenia, where she presented the Slovenia House that will be open in Cortina d’Ampezzo during the Olympic Winter Games.

State Secretary Neva Grašič participated in the General Affairs Council meeting in Brussels, which focused on the draft European Council conclusions, the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034 and conclusions on EU enlargement. The three EU institutions approved the joint declaration on EU legislative priorities for 2026, and ministers were briefed on progress on legislative simplification and on the roadmap for the 2026 European Semester.

Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon led the Slovenian delegation at the Diplomatic Conference for the Adoption of the Convention Establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine. This Council of Europe Open Convention establishes an international reparation mechanism for damage, loss or injury arising from the internationally wrongful acts of the Russian Federation in or against Ukraine.

Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon participated in the meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, where EU ministers discussed Russia’s aggression against Ukraine in all its dimensions. Topics included efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace, continued support for Ukraine and maintaining pressure on Russia. Ministers also exchanged views on developments in the Middle East and on EU-China relations.

The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) support for the project Purchase of audio recording equipment. The project will result in the complete replacement of outdated audio recording equipment in medium and small courtrooms in Slovenian courts with new, modern technology.

The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) support for the project Restoration of cultural heritage for the interpretation of Natura 2000 – the Grad Castle (EŠD 159).

The Council of the European Union, meeting in the composition of Finance Ministers, today approved the fourth amendment to Slovenia's Recovery and Resilience Plan. A total of EUR 2.14 billion from the Recovery and Resilience Facility is now available for its implementation, of which EUR 526 million in loans (previously EUR 613 million) and an unchanged amount of grants worth EUR 1.61 billion.

The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) support for two key healthcare system projects. The total amount of support for both investments, implemented by the Ministry of Health, stands at nearly EUR six million. The projects will improve the quality, accessibility, and safety of healthcare in the Koroška region and Maribor.