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On the eve of German Unity Day, Tone Kajzer, Slovenia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, welcomed Dr Johann Wadephul, Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, to Ljubljana. This visit followed their meeting in Berlin in July and aimed to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Slovenia and Germany.

World Animal Day, observed on 4 October, is dedicated to improving animal welfare worldwide. Slovenia is committed to continuously improving the way we treat animals and raising awareness that animals kept by humans should not be merely as means of production or property. As sentient beings they deserve our care, attention and respect.

Slovenia's Foreign Minister Tone Kajzer is hosting his German counterpart, Johann Wadephul, in Ljubljana today.

As part of the 31st Professional Meeting of the Veterinary Chamber of Slovenia, held in Zreče on 1 October 2026, representatives of the Administration of the Republic of Slovenia for Food Safety, Veterinary Sector and Plant Protection presented key considerations for the revision of the Veterinary Practice Act (VPA).

In Trogir, State Secretary Tamara Weingerl Požar attended the MED9 meeting of ministers and state secretaries responsible for European affairs. The meeting was also attended by the European Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Ms Dubravka Šuica.

In the latest episode of the GOVSI Podcast, Minister of Demography, Family and Social Affairs Mateja Ribič discusses changes to long-term care, workforce challenges and care at home. She emphasises that the goal is a system that works in practice, enabling people to receive the care they need when they need it.

The implementation of the measures and projects under the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP), supported by the European Union through the Recovery and Resilience Facility – NextGenerationEU, has been completed. The measures to support the sustainable development of tourism are presented below.

Take part in the top sporting spectacle on Slovenia’s roads, where the best European cyclists – including cyclists from the Pro Tour world series – will compete for European titles. A great opportunity to discover and experience green Slovenia.

Stéphane Séjourné, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy, visited Slovenia today.

The 3rd Congress of the Managers’ Association has begun in Portorož, this year under the central theme New Leadership Intelligence for a Competitive Slovenia. Prime Minister Janez Janša addressed the business community, focusing on the future direction of Slovenia’s development, the role of a resilient economy and the need for decisive action to remove bureaucratic barriers.

State Secretary Denis Zobarič attended the Justice and Home Affairs Council in Luxembourg. The main topics of the meeting were the overall state of the Schengen area, improving cooperation with third countries on return and readmission, and reinforcing the EU's migration situational awareness and its capacity to monitor developments and provide early warnings, including during crisis situations.

At today's session, the Government began considering the budget documents for 2027 and 2028 and took note of a report on payments under the European cohesion policy programme. The Government withdrew as a co-founder of the Public Institute for the Development of Contemporary Dance and approved proposed acts on consumer protection in relation to loans, online purchases, green claims and repairs.

In the Archival Item of the Month feature for October, we present the period of the oil crisis between 1979 and 1985, which had a significant impact on everyday life in Slovenia. Due to fuel shortages, the authorities introduced a number of restrictive measures, including the odd-even driving system and fuel ration coupons. Through selected archival records, visitors can explore how the population and the economy adapted to the energy crisis of the time.

Presenting the draft revised budget, Prime Minister Janez Janša emphasised that it provides funding to ensure the smooth functioning of the state, and for public services and key investments, while also enabling the faster absorption of EU funds.

At the invitation of Montenegrin Foreign Minister Ervin Ibrahimović, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tone Kajzer took part in a Meeting of Foreign Ministers of the Berlin Process in Pržno, Montenegro. “The Western Balkan countries should continue their reforms and strengthen regional cooperation, while the EU should recognise their progress on this path. The responsibility lies with both sides,” he underlined.

Dear Slovenians,

Today, we mark the International Day of Older Persons. I believe many warm words will be spoken on this occasion, but ultimately, it is actions that truly matter.

Dear students,

A new academic year is beginning. For some of you, it marks a new start; for others, it is a continuation of the path you have already chosen. For everyone, however, it is an opportunity to gain new knowledge, meet new people and take another step forward on your personal and professional journey.

On 1 October, the world marks the International Day of Older Persons. The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs regularly emphasises the importance of respecting, caring for and implementing the human rights of older persons, as well as ensuring their full and equal participation in society. For over a decade, Slovenia has been campaigning at the UN for the development of legally binding international standards to implement the rights of older persons.

This month's archivalia is a reminder that oil crises are by no means a modern-day phenomenon. They have occured regularly in the past, often as a result of political or military conflicts in the Middle East. The story we present here takes us back to the 1980s and brings together archival documents and material held by the National Museum of Contemporary History of Slovenia.

Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia Janez Janša and President of the Republic of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar met today for a working meeting.