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The Interreg Programme Slovenia-Croatia marked the 2026 edition of the Interreg Cooperation Day in Zavrč, bringing together around 140 participants, including 70 children from both Slovenia and Croatia. The event opened with welcome remarks from Dr Monika Kirbiš Rojs, Minister for Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development, Suzana Lep Šimenko, Minister for Relations between the Republic of Slovenia and the Autochthonous Slovenian National Community in Neighbouring Countries, and between the Republic of Slovenia and Slovenians, and Nataša Mikuš Žigman, Minister for Regional Development and EU Funds from the Republic of Croatia.

Franci Matoz, the Minister of the Interior and Public Administration, attended a trilateral meeting in Pordenone with Matteo Piantedosi, the Italian Minister of the Interior, and Dr Davor Božinović, the Croatian Deputy Prime Minister of Croatia and Minister of the Interior.

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for two projects: hydraulic improvements to the water supply system and construction of water supply pipelines for the drinking water supply in the municipalities of Mirna Peč, Žužemberk and Dolenjske Toplice, and hydraulic improvements to the Lower Savinja Valley water supply system. The projects will receive a total of more than €6.6 million in EU funding.

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for a project aimed at improving the conservation status of species and habitat types in Natura 2000 areas within the Triglav National Park. The project will receive over €1.5 million from the European Regional Development Fund.

State Secretary Dr Božo Predalič attended a high-level conference in Brussels on reducing administrative burden. At the conference, he presented Slovenia’s approach to reducing bureaucracy. Representatives of the participating countries signed a declaration forming an alliance, committing to closer cooperation in creating a simpler, more effective regulation.

In cooperation with the European Commission, the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs hosted a meeting of the EU Ministries of Foreign Affairs Science Diplomacy and Advice Network (EMFASDAN). Representatives from EU Member States, the European Commission, UNESCO and other partners discussed the further development of science diplomacy, exchanging national experiences and best practices.

On September 20, we marked the 110th anniversary of the Slovenian Church in New York. In 1916, Slovenian immigrants established a Slovenian parish in a building on St. Mark’s Place. It soon became an important religious, cultural, and social center. For many Slovenians, it was their first point of support upon arriving in their new surroundings, while also providing the community with opportunities to maintain religious and cultural life in the Slovenian language.

Ambassador Iztok Mirošič and Minister for Slovenians Abroad Suzana Lep Šimenko concluded their visit to the United States with visits to Slovenian communities in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on September 18, followed by New York on September 19 and 20.

The Embassy of Slovenia proudly participated in the Speak Dating Event 2026, organised in celebration of the upcoming European Day of Languages.

As Slovenia prepares for the next development period and the 2028-2034 Multiannual Financial Framework, stakeholders are invited to help shape measures that will strengthen support for the country’s economic and technological transformation in the coming decade.

State Secretary Dr Stanislav Raščan hosted Lydia Mihalik, Director of the Ohio Department of Development, for a working lunch during her visit to Slovenia. They discussed opportunities to further strengthen economic and technological cooperation between Slovenia and Ohio, as well as ways to foster links between businesses, research institutions and innovation ecosystems.

Today, Prime Minster Janez Janša met with General Director of the Tour de France Christian Prudhommme.

On 15 – 17 September 2026, the Slovenian delegation participated in the informal meeting of chief veterinary officers (CVOs) of the EU Member States in Kilkenny, Ireland. Held under the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the meeting focused on current challenges in animal health and welfare, biosecurity and preparedness for cross-border risks.

Minister Tone Kajzer, accompanied by Defence Minister Valentin Hajdinjak, met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy immediately upon arriving at the Kyiv railway station, and later held meetings with Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Deputy Prime Minister Vsevolod Chentsov.

... is the slogan of this year’s European Mobility Week. It emphasises the importance of and need for access to sustainable transport for everyone, regardless of income, location, gender or abilities.

In the latest episode of the GOVSI Podcast, Head of Call Centre 114 Matjaž Florjanc Lukan presented the work of the centre, which over the past three years has become an important information point for anyone seeking reliable information about procedures, public services and rights related to the state.

The Prime Minister today met with a delegation of the World Jewish Congress.

The 11th Mediterranean Coast and Macro-Regional Strategies Week, which took place in Izola between 15 and 17 September 2026, brought together nearly 200 representatives from 17 European countries. The three-day discussions showed that Europe can address common challenges effectively only through stronger cooperation, coordinated investment and concrete cross-border projects.

At today’s session, the Government discussed a number of important issues relating to Slovenia’s development and security. Among other things, it adopted a proposal for the Act on the Public Fund for Advanced Treatment of Rare Diseases and measures to ease the pressure on retail fuel prices.

Prime Minister Janez Janša attended the official opening of the 58th International Trade and Business Fair (MOS) in Celje today. In his speech at the opening ceremony, he emphasised that, to accelerate development, Slovenia needs a more competitive and predictable business environment, a more efficient public sector and an education system that better responds to the needs of modern society and the economy.