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State Secretary Tamara Weingerl Požar hosted Zoran Dimitrovski, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of North Macedonia, for political consultations. They welcomed the political dialogue and excellent relations between their two countries, and exchanged views on current bilateral, multilateral and regional issues.

For the first time, Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar is hosting a meeting of the Arraiolos Group, an informal forum of European presidents with non-executive powers. Twelve European presidents are visiting Slovenia to discuss the future of Europe at a time of increasingly complex global challenges.

The latest episode of the GOVSI podcast features Blaž Cvar, President of the Chamber of Craft and Small Business of Slovenia. In conversation with host Martin Nahtigal, he discusses the challenges facing small businesses, the importance of the development bill and the future of skilled trades.

The interministerial Working Group for the Preparation of the National and Regional Partnership Plan (VFO2), chaired by Minister Kirbiš Rojs, convened for the first time today. Its mission is to ensure the timely, professional and coordinated preparation of the National and Regional Partnership Plan (NRPP) under the forthcoming Multiannual Financial Framework 2028-2034.

At today's session, the Government adopted measures to support the agricultural sector and improve the functioning of the judiciary, drew up a draft budget and included three major projects in the Development Programmes Plan.

Ahead of the European Council meeting in Brussels, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia, Janez Janša, stressed that discussions among EU leaders would focus primarily on energy prices, negotiations on the European Union's next multiannual financial framework and the current situation in Ukraine. He highlighted the importance of ensuring that energy prices remain stable for households, safeguarding cohesion and agricultural funding, and continuing European support for Ukraine.

Minister for Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development Dr Monika Kirbiš Rojs participated in the European Week of Regions and Cities 2026, an annual event on regional and urban development held in Brussels since 2003. This year's event, which brings together EU institutions, local communities and experts, was held under the theme Strong Regions, Strong Europe.

Prime Minister Janez Janša today attended a business breakfast organised by the American Chamber of Commerce in Slovenia (AmCham Slovenia) titled 35 Years of Slovenia: What Is Our Ambition?

In the latest episode of the GOVSI Podcast, Minister of Infrastructure and Energy Jernej Vrtovec discussed energy prices ahead of the heating season, the future of nuclear energy, major infrastructure projects and the modernisation of transport connections. He emphasised the importance of reliable energy supplies, faster investment implementation and more efficient spatial planning procedures.

State Secretary Tamara Weingerl Požar participated in the regular EU General Affairs Council meeting in Luxembourg. The main focus was on the debate concerning the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034, based on the revised negotiating box presented by the Irish Presidency, as well as on preparations for the October European Council.

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia, Janez Janša, visited the Ministry of Defence today, where he was welcomed by the Minister of Defence, Valentin Hajdinjak.

Denis Zobarič, State Secretary at the Ministry of the Interior and Public Administration, has attended an informal meeting of EU ministers responsible for telecommunications in Limerick, Ireland. Discussions focused on the proposed Digital Networks Act, the transition from copper to fibre-optic networks, ensuring competition in the telecommunications market, and the strategic importance of satellite communications for Europe’s connectivity, security and resilience.

Speaking at the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting in Luxembourg, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tone Kajzer stated that the world is currently facing an extremely challenging and unpredictable geopolitical situation.

In Dublin, State Secretary Dr Stanislav Raščan attended an informal meeting of EU ministers responsible for development cooperation. The ministers discussed the future of development cooperation, which is shifting from traditional aid towards equal international partnerships, and the Humanitarian Reset, which will set out the policy guidelines for urgently reforming the global humanitarian system.

Tone Kajzer, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, accompanied by his spouse, hosted a group of foreign ambassadors accredited to Slovenia on a diplomatic excursion to the Koroška region. The visit aimed to showcase the region’s natural, cultural and economic diversity and to foster direct links between Koroška's business community and international partners.

Slovenian veteran cyclist Primož Roglič has won the elite men's time trial title at the 2026 UEC Road European Championships. His victory on home soil marks Slovenia's first win in this event at the top European level.

In an interview with Planet TV, Prime Minister Janez Janša reflected on his first four months in office, addressing upcoming referendums, reforms to social policy, healthcare and the public sector, as well as measures to boost Slovenia's economic competitiveness and strengthen anti-corruption efforts.

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Green heart of Radenci. The European Regional Fund contribution exceeds €1.3 million.

The Ministry of Local Self-Government, Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for drinking water supply in the Drava River basin, specifically in the Ormož area, for 2021-2027. The Cohesion Fund contribution exceeds €2.4 million.

Minister of the Interior and Public Administration Franci Matoz held a video conference with the European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration Magnus Brunner. The discussion focused on the implementation of the Pact on Migration and Asylum, the new solidarity cycle and the functioning of the Schengen area.