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The Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia will be closed on 25 and 26 December 2026 in observance of Christmas Day and Independence Day.

For the 26th year in a row, cultural institutions across Slovenia commemorate the anniversary of the birth of the poet France Prešeren, who was born on 3 December 1800, by opening their doors wide and welcoming visitors to free cultural and artistic events – from exhibitions, guided tours, workshops and theatre performances to film screenings and discussions.

On 30 November, the shared birthday of both artists, the Cukrarna Gallery in Ljubljana opened the exhibition ART VITAL – 12 Years of Ulay / Marina Abramović.

Prime Minister Robert Golob and President of the Republic of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar met today for their regular working discussion, during which they exchanged views on key domestic and international developments.

On the occasion of International Volunteer Day, marked on 5 December, Prime Minister Robert Golob attended the 15th Slovenian Volunteering Congress today, where he also addressed the attendees.

The Ministry hosted the fourth session of the Slovenian-Brazilian Joint Commission for Economic Cooperation, the key mechanism for strengthening economic ties between the two countries. Priority areas of discussion included science, artificial intelligence and digitalisation, space technologies, sustainable fuels, the EU-Mercosur Agreement, trade relations, security and defence.

Today, Prime Minister Robert Golob attended a reception for representatives of organisations of people with disabilities at Brdo pri Kranju, where he also delivered the keynote speech.

In November, under Sierra Leone’s presidency, the adoption of the resolution on Gaza resonated most strongly in the Security Council. The resolution welcomes the adoption of a comprehensive plan to end the war and establish a Peace Committee, and authorises the latter to establish an international stabilisation force in Gaza.

The Archivalia of the Month section features the Archivalia of the month of December, which which discusses the first "democratic" elections for the constituent assembly in "New Yugoslavia" on November 11, 1945. Voter turnout in Slovenia was approximately 92%, and around 85% of voters officially cast their ballot for the People's Front, or in favor of the republic.reality.

Slovenia begins its second one-month Presidency of the UN Security Council for the 2024–2025 term, which will be marked by three signature events: a visit by the Security Council to Syria and Lebanon, an open debate on Leadership for Peace and a meeting on Afghanistan held on Human Rights Day. As expected, the Council will also focus on Palestine and Ukraine.

On November 11, 1945, the first »democratic« election to the constituent assembly was held in the new Yugoslavia. This month’s archivalia illustrates why the election result was known in advance and how a carefully orchestrated atmosphere dominated the election day. Voter turnout in Slovenia was around 92 percent, with roughly 85 percent voting for the People's Front, that is, for the republic.

On International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, Slovenia reaffirms its steadfast support for the Palestinian people, who have endured immeasurable suffering for decades through the loss of loved ones and homes, forced displacement, and the denial of fundamental rights, including the right to self-determination and independence.

Prime Minister Robert Golob met with the German Federal Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, in Berlin. This was Prime Minister Golob's first official visit to Berlin since Friedrich Merz's appointment as Federal Chancellor in May this year.

On the Day of the Mediterranean, 28 November, 43 representatives of the Union for the Mediterranean met in Barcelona to discuss the implementation of the priorities of the new vision, which focuses on people. The EU and 10 countries from Southern Europe have ratified the Pact for the Mediterranean. Minister Fajon highlighted: "Only a shared vision among Mediterranean countries and cooperation in a turbulent geopolitical world can bring peace, dignity and prosperity for all."

The Government visited the Podravje region. At its regular session held during the visit, it endorsed several important legislative and financial measures – ranging from strategic investments at the University of Maribor to amendments to cohesion policy, housing and healthcare measures, and a new regulatory framework for the wine sector. Separate programmes of members of the Government followed, and the day concluded with a consultation with mayors and business representatives on the key challenges facing the region.

As part of the Government visit to Podravje, Prime Minister Robert Golob attended the laying of the foundation stone for the Centre of Excellence for Photonic, Micro and Nano Electronic Technologies. This centre is one of the first and most significant projects to be implemented under the INNOVUM programme, a broader initiative of the University of Maribor. The Prime Minister also addressed the audience.

Slovenian government has approved the second amendment to Slovenia's EU Cohesion Policy Programme 2021-2027 at today’s regional session in the Podravje region. The amended document provides for alignment with the EU’s new development and strategic priorities as well as national needs. It also aims to boost spending and allows for a sharper focus on areas with the greatest impact.

Members of the Monitoring Committee of Slovenia's EU Cohesion Policy Programme 2021-2027 today met at the fifth regular meeting and approved the second amendment to the Programme. The amended document that the government has approved as part of its visit to the Podravje region provides for strategic alignment with the EU’s new and emerging priorities and national needs.

At today’s session, the Government adopted draft acts on the gradual closure of the Velenje Coal Mine, on additional emergency measures in the field of healthcare, on wine, and the draft amendment to the Act on the Financing and Promotion of the Construction of Public Rental Housing. The Government approved the second amendment to the European Cohesion Policy Programme 2021–2027 and signed an agreement with the Municipality of Maribor.

State Secretary Neva Grašič met with non-resident ambassadors to Slovenia in the Austrian capital, Vienna. In her address, she highlighted the most prominent achievements of Slovenian foreign policy in 2025: Slovenia's first MED9 presidency and its non-permanent membership of the UN Security Council, which ends with Slovenia’s presidency of the Council in December.