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A significant number of measures under the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP), implemented in Slovenia with support from the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) under NextGenerationEU, have already been successfully completed. Today’s edition of the Together towards the goal series presents the results of the reform and investments aimed at strengthening preparedness and resilience to climate-driven disasters.

During the Government's visit to the Osrednjeslovenska region (Central Slovenia), Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon visited Jožef Stefan Institute's Reactor Centre and its TRIGA (Training, Research, Isotopes, General Atomic) reactor. The visit underscores Slovenia's commitment to the responsible development of nuclear science, the strengthening of international collaboration and the advancement of science and economic diplomacy.

At the meeting of the General Affairs Council, held on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, ministers and state secretaries responsible for European affairs started preparations for the European Council meeting in March. An exchange of views was held with the European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection, Michael McGrath, to mark today's launch of the Centre for Democratic Resilience.

Prime Minister Robert Golob began the Government’s visit to the Osrednjeslovenska region at the Grosuplje Care Home. Together with the Minister of a Solidarity-Based Future, Simon Maljevac, he met with the residents and the management of the home, which is marking its 42nd anniversary today.

Russia’s brutal aggression against Ukraine began four years ago and constitutes a gross violation of international law and the UN Charter. “Slovenia condemns this aggression in the strongest and most unequivocal terms and stands by the people of Ukraine. We are committed to achieving a just and lasting peace, advocate respect for international law and demand accountability for the crimes committed,” emphasised Minister Fajon.

Foreign Ministers of 20 countries condemn in the strongest terms a series of recent Israeli decisions that introduce sweeping extensions to unlawful Israeli control over the West Bank.

On arrival at the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels, Minister Tanja Fajon joined her counterparts in expressing support for Ukraine as it enters its fifth year of military aggression. Ministers wore sunflower brooches as a symbol of hope, peace, resistance and Ukrainian national identity. “The war in Ukraine must end,” Minister Fajon said.

Prime Minister Robert Golob today visited the affected areas to assess the situation on the ground following the severe weather event and heavy snowfall that hit the north-east of the country. He also attended a meeting of the coordination group in Maribor.

The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Implementation of further vocational and professional development and training programmes in 2025-2029. The European Social Fund Plus will contribute 13.4 million euros to this large-scale project, which totals 20 million euros.

The National Election Commission (NEC) is intensively preparing for the parliamentary elections to be held on 22 March 2026. To ensure the smooth conduct of the elections, approximately 20,000 people will be engaged at nearly 3000 polling stations across Slovenia, making this the largest civic operation in the country.

The Slovenian team has achieved outstanding success. With four medals: two gold, one silver and one bronze Slovenia has once again demonstrated that it ranks among the most successful countries.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon hosted Swiss Federal Councillor and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ignazio Cassis in Ljubljana. Taking place in an exceptionally friendly atmosphere, the visit confirms the excellent relations between Slovenia and Switzerland, as well as their shared commitment to promoting economic and political cooperation further.

Today, Prime Minister Robert Golob visited Ljubhospic, which marks its tenth anniversary this year. He toured the house and met with its leadership.

The Government led by Robert Golob stabilised the country following a period of crisis marked by recovery from the pandemic, the energy crisis and rising living costs, and delivered extensive structural changes in healthcare, social security, housing, education, the green transition and regional development. Over the course of its term, the Government fulfilled a substantial part of the key commitments set out in the coalition agreement.

As part of the government field visit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon visited the Posavje region, where she met with the managerial staff of Kopitarna Sevnica and Stilles companies. Darko Gorišek, Director of the Posavje Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Krško, also participated in the visit and emphasised the importance of cooperation with the Ministry in supporting the export activities of companies in the region.

Prime Minister Robert Golob today, as part of his government visit to Posavje, also visited the Krško Nuclear Power Plant, where he met with management.

At its session today, the Government approved a proposal for the fifth amendment to the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP). It tasked the Office of the Republic of Slovenia for Recovery and Resilience with submitting the amendment to the European Commission in Brussels, together with the relevant supporting documentation.

Prime Minister Robert Golob, along with Minister of Health Valentina Prevolnik Rupel and Minister of Defence Borut Sajovic, met with management and employees of the Brežice General Hospital as part of a government regional visit to Posavje.

At today’s session, the Government adopted a decision to initiate the preparation of a National Spatial Plan for Krško Nuclear Power Plant – JEK2, approved a programme of development incentives for border problem areas, and took note of the preliminary report by the President of the Expert Council for the Evaluation of the Act Determining Emergency Measures to Ensure Public Security on the implementation of that Act.

The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project “Integration of Migrant Children, Pupils and Students into the Slovenian Education System”. The project, with a total value of EUR 7 million, will receive EUR 2.8 million from the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+).