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Today marks International Criminal Justice Day. The international criminal justice system contributes to the independent and impartial establishment of facts, ensuring accountability and respect for international law and delivering justice for victims. Its effective operation helps to prevent crimes and foster lasting peace and reconciliation.

Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj are Alpine twins that have a very different character. One is lively and bustling, the other quiet and serene. A new dedicated bike route connecting the two popular destinations now makes it easier to explore both by bike.

At today’s session, the Government adopted the text of the draft Act on Specialised Authorities for Dealing with Corruption-Related Criminal Offences and Organised Crime and approved the starting points for the preparation of a revised state budget for 2026. It also launched the process of preparing budget documents for the next two years.

Prime Minister Janez Janša visited Kyiv to mark Ukraine Statehood Day, attending a central ceremony and the Ukraine–Southeast Europe Summit. The visit reaffirmed Slovenia's ongoing support for the Ukrainian people in their struggle for freedom, sovereignty, and justice.

A ceremonial presentation of diplomas to the participants of consular, diplomatic and higher diplomatic exams took place at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, along with a presentation of Dr Božo Cerar’s new book, Small States in a World of Tectonic Change: 21st-Century Diplomacy in the Case of Slovenia, followed by a lecture by the author on the challenges of modern foreign affairs.

Slovenia’s landscapes recently came to life in Denmark through an immersive culinary event designed to showcase the country not through images, but through flavour, atmosphere, and memory. Bringing together four groups of guests - including diplomats, journalists, tourism professionals, and key partners - the experience invited attendees to explore Slovenia in a way that was both personal and multisensory.

State Secretary Tamara Weingerl Požar attended the General Affairs Council meeting in Brussels. Ministers and state secretaries responsible for European affairs were briefed on the plans of the Irish Presidency for further discussions on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034. They also discussed the EU’s simplification agenda and adopted conclusions on the evaluation of the annual rule of law dialogue.

On Tuesday, 14 July, the Chief of the General Staff of the Slovenian Armed Forces, Major General Boštjan Močnik, met with the Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), General Alexus G. Grynkewich. The meeting at the General Staff headquarters formed part of General Grynkewich's official visit to Slovenia.

Speaking at the regular monthly meeting of EU foreign affairs ministers in Brussels, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tone Kajzer said that due to Russia's escalating activities in several areas – ranging from military attacks and hybrid and information operations to culture and sports – greater pressure should be exerted on Russia, including through the adoption of new sanctions.

The members of the Coalition of the Willing convened in Paris today to confirm their continued support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty and territorial integrity. Following the meeting, Prime Minister Janez Janša stressed that the meeting had demonstrated a growing readiness to support Ukraine.

Yesterday evening, the Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Tone Kajzer, met the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic, Antonio Tajani. The ministers highlighted the close neighbourly relations between the two countries and discussed EU enlargement, the situation in the Western Balkans, support for Ukraine and other current European and international issues.

Thirty-one years have passed since the Srebrenica genocide, one of the darkest chapters in shared European history. On the occasion of this anniversary, we pay deep respects to the memory of the more than eight thousand Bosniak men and boys, who were murdered in Srebrenica in July 1995. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, the survivors and all who are still searching for the missing.

Slovenian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tone Kajzer chose Berlin for his first bilateral visit abroad, where he met with his German counterpart, Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. The ministers confirmed the excellent relations between Slovenia and Germany and reaffirmed their shared commitment to a strong Europe, the transatlantic partnership and Ukraine, as well as their support for EU enlargement to include the Western Balkan countries.

Today, Prime Minister Janez Janša chaired the session of the Government Council for Slovenians Abroad, which was devoted to discussing the key issues of the situation of Slovenian communities abroad and adopted a number of important decisions to strengthen their cooperation with the homeland.

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for a park along the Pekrski potok stream - phase one. The European Regional Development Fund will contribute just over €2.5 million to the project.

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the construction of a bicycle path along the Pečke-Slovenska Bistrica local road 440101.

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the arrangement of the Podutik wetland forest and pond. European Regional Development Fund contribution to the project stands at €560 thousand.

Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tone Kajzer welcomed the eight-member delegation from the United States Congress that came to Slovenia as part of its visit to Europe. Before arriving in Ljubljana, the delegation participated in the Annual Session of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Parliamentary Assembly in The Hague.

At today’s session, the Government confirmed Slovenia’s participation in the specialised world exhibition Expo 2027 Belgrade and established the Strategic Council for the Economy.

After the NATO summit, Prime Minister Janez Janša described it as one of the most successful meetings in recent years. He said that it had delivered unified answers to key security challenges and reaffirmed the commitment of Member States to strengthening collective defence further.