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  • Call for tenders for enhanced air connectivity of Slovenia - 9th deadline

    On the basis of the Act on Aid to Ensure Enhanced Air Connectivity (hereinafter reffered as: the Act), a Public Tender for Enhanced Air Connectivity of Slovenia was published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Slovenia and the Official Journal of the European Union on 5. 9. 2025. In accordance with the first paragraph of Article 10 of the Act, the tender documentation is publicly published, however, the English translation is merely an information aid for foreign air carriers when preparing applications for aid.

    The application for aid and Annexes must be submitted in Slovene language. Submission deadline is 25. 10. 2025 at 23:59:59.

  • 166th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    At today's session, the Government adopted the proposed new amendments to the Nature Conservation Act and the proposal for the Co-Financing for Hosting the 2029 European Men's Basketball Championship in Ljubljana Act. The Government also repealed the 2003 decision allowing Israeli security officers to be armed at the Ljubljana international airport.

  • State Secretary Grašič confirms support for the fight against impunity and for the ICC

    State Secretary Neva Grašič met with Osvaldo Zavala Giler, Registrar of the International Criminal Court (ICC), on the margins of the Bled Strategic Forum. She reaffirmed Slovenia's commitment to the global fight against impunity for the most serious crimes, and to upholding the rule of law, as well as the independence and impartiality of judicial institutions, with the ICC at their centre.

  • Prime Minister Dr. Golob received the U.S. Ambassador to NATO

    Prime Minister Dr. Robert Golob met today with U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew G. Whitaker. At the outset, the Prime Minister highlighted the excellent and friendly relations between Slovenia and the United States, which are also reflected in their joint efforts for peace and stability in the Western Balkans.

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    Prime Minister Robert Golob: Today's discussions as preparation for the European Council meeting and the MED9 Summit

    Prime Minister Robert Golob hosted European Council President António Costa at Strmol Castle today. The working visit took place at a critical time as the European Union faces complex strategic challenges.

  • Slovenia and ICRC strengthen cooperation in the field of humanitarian aid with new agreement

    On the margins of the Bled Strategic Forum, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister Tanja Fajon and President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Mirjana Špoljarić signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) reaffirming and further strengthening the longstanding partnership between Slovenia and the ICRC in the field of humanitarian action and the promotion of international humanitarian law.

  • Slovenia increases support for UNRWA

    On the sidelines of the Bled Strategic Forum, Ms. Tanja Fajon, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia, and Mr. Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), signed a €4 million agreement to support the Agency’s work over the next four years (2025 – 2028), including €1 million per year in fully flexible funding.

  • EU funding for children with deafblindness

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the call for proposals Establishment of a support system for deafblind learners, also referred to as call for proposals Children with deafblindness.

  • Prime Minister Golob: It is important to let those who have earned it advance

    Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob today attended the opening of the Bled Strategic Forum, which this year is running under the slogan "A Runaway World". This year's edition focuses on how to strengthen effective governance, strategic sovereignty and trust in an increasingly polarised world in times of geopolitical uncertainty.

  • Minister Fajon at 20th Bled Strategic Forum: Diplomacy must serve people, not power

    With her address, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon opened the 20th edition of the Bled Strategic Forum international conference entitled "A Runaway World". “In a world that often seems to be spinning out of control, principled leadership matters. Slovenia is an excellent proof that even a small country can lead – with courage, conscience and a commitment to justice, human dignity and international law," stated Minister Fajon.

  • Political consultations with Uzbekistan: Slovenia seeks to strengthen diplomatic presence in Central Asia

    State Secretary Dr Melita Gabrič held political consultations in Bled with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Muzaffarbek Madrakhimov. These consultations followed the successful visit of Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, who came to Slovenia in May this year with a large economic delegation.

  • High-level women's forum on decency in politics: an exemplary model for youth and the strengthening of political trust

    Shortly before the start of this year's 20th anniversary edition of the Bled Strategic Forum international conference, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon hosted a high-level women's forum comprising foreign ministers, senior representatives of international organisations and members of national parliaments and the European Parliament. Their discussions focused on decency in politics, a highly relevant matter in the current climate of rising authoritarianism.

  • Highlights of Slovenia's activity in the UN Security Council in August 2025

    In August, Panama held the presidency of the UN Security Council. The situation in the Middle East dominated the Council’s work this month, particularly the further deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Gaza, which has led to famine being declared. Due to Iran's non-compliance with its obligations under the nuclear agreement, France, Germany and the United Kingdom demanded that UN sanctions be reimposed.

  • Archivalia of the month September 2025

    The Archivalia of the Month section features the Archivalia of the month of September, which presents the interesting life story of oncologist Majda Mačkovšek Peršič, from the concentration camp to the Oncology Institute, prepared by Anja Paulič

  • Young people at Young BSF had many questions for Minister Fajon

    Before the official start of the Bled Strategic Forum 2025, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon engaged in dialogue with the participants of the 14th annual Young Bled Strategic Forum (Young BSF). They discussed how values can be a driving force in global politics. Minister Fajon emphasised that, in politics, it is important to maintain strong principles and uphold them.

  • Minister Fajon at Informal Meeting of EU Foreign Affairs Ministers: The EU must take action against the Israeli government

    At the Informal Meeting of EU Ministers for Foreign Affairs in Copenhagen, under the Danish EU Presidency, ministers addressed the decision of the United States to deny visas to the Palestinian delegation to the UN General Assembly in September. Minister Fajon urged her EU counterparts to take measures against Israel, either by consensus or, if necessary, by qualified majority.

  • Joint Statement on the situation in Palestine

    The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Norway, Slovenia and Spain strongly condemn the most recent Israeli offensive launched in the Strip and the announcement to establish a permanent presence in Gaza City.

  • Informal meeting of European Union defence ministers in Copenhagen concludes

    As part of the Danish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, an informal meeting of European Union defence ministers was held in Copenhagen on 28 and 29 August 2025, attended by Minister of Defense Borut Sajovic.

  • Inauguration of Super 8 in Nova Gorica

    Minister Jevšek attended the grand opening of Super 8 in Nova Gorica, a building located at the junction between the urban areas of Gorizia in Italy and Nova Gorica in Slovenia. With the revitalization of the area along the railway tracks, the two countries are developing what is to be the first European conurbation. ''I am sure this place will become a vibrant cultural venue and a fun and lively meeting place for people from all walks of life'', said Minister Jevšek in his opening remarks.

  • Consultation of Slovenian Diplomats: Slovenia is proving to be a principled and credible partner on the global stage

    Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon opened the 29th Consultation of Slovenian Diplomats attended by the heads of Slovenian diplomatic and consular missions abroad. Slovenian diplomats were addressed by Prime Minister Robert Golob. Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Andrii Sybiha, also participated as a special guest via video link.

  • Slovenian and North Macedonian interior ministers agree to strengthen police cooperation

    Minister of the Interior Boštjan Poklukar met with his Macedonian counterpart Panče Toškovski in Ohrid.

  • Prime Minister Golob: "We are paving the way where large countries do not dare or do not wish to"

    Prime Minister Robert Golob attended the annual consultation of Slovenian diplomacy held on 28 and 29 August 2025.

  • 165th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    At today's session, the Government adopted plans to implement the financial instrument for two financial engineering measures and increased Slovenia's contribution to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to help alleviate global humanitarian crises. The Government also adopted the Decree on the National Spatial Plan for the connecting road – Maribor Western Bypass, which will improve traffic flow in the city.

  • Over €25 million in EU funding for medical equipment in hospitals

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Medical equipment for hospitals.

  • Painting by Venetian renaissance painter Vittore Carpaccio returned to Slovenia

    Following intense diplomatic efforts, the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs is delighted to see the return of Venetian renaissance painter Vittore Carpaccio’s painting depicting Madonna with Child and Saints to the monastery church of St. Francis in Piran.

  • Prime Minister Robert Golob receives the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the State of Palestine, Varsen Aghabekian Shahin

    The meeting between Prime Minister Robert Golob and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the State of Palestine, Varsen Aghabekian Shahin, focused mainly on presenting the current situation in Gaza and the West Bank.

  • Minister Fajon on first visit of the Palestinian Foreign Minister: Let peace speak in Gaza instead of weapons

    Minister Tanja Fajon hosted the Palestinian Authority's State Minister for Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Varsen Aghabekian Shahin during her first official visit since Slovenia recognised Palestine. The two ministers used this opportunity to sign a Memorandum of Understanding on the development of relations between the two countries, which enables the establishment of a formal framework for a systematic dialogue and regular political and practical cooperation.

  • Ambassador Tina Vodnik Presented Her Letters of Credence to President Javier Milei

    Ambassador Tina Vodnik presented her letters of credence to the President of the Argentine Republic, Javier Gerardo Milei at the Casa Rosada Presidential Palace.

  • Minister Fajon stands with young people for peace: You open space for new ideas and the future

    Under the honorary patronage of Minister Tanja Fajon, a youth dialogue was held in Brdo pri Kranju within the framework of the international project SIT DOWN – Peace Child in Concert. More than 170 young artists, representatives of 19 nationalities, including those from crisis areas such as Palestine and Ukraine, held a discussion with Minister Fajon and other participants on global challenges, also featured in the musical Peace Child.

  • €13 million in EU funding for a laboratory in the Savinjsko-Šaleška region

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Laboratory for biomass bio-refining research in the Savinjsko-Šaleška region (Velenje).

  • Bled Strategic Forum 2025: A Runaway World

    The 26th episode of the GOVSI government podcast features Zoran Potič in conversation with Peter Grk, long-time Secretary General of the Bled Strategic Forum and seasoned diplomat, who has been shaping the forum for over a decade. The episode offers insight into the evolution of the Bled Strategic Forum, its strategic purpose, and the key messages of this year’s anniversary edition.

  • Contracts signed for projects Old Power Plant - Centre of the Future and Velenje Technological Park - TecHub

    Minister for Cohesion and Regional Development Dr Aleksander Jevšek and Mayor of Urban Municipality of Velenje Peter Dermol signed contracts for the projects Old Power Plant - Centre of the Future and Velenje Technological Park – TecHub. The two projects are an important and concrete step towards the restructuring of the Savinjsko-Šaleška (SAŠA) coal region and will be part of the driving force behind the region’s development.

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    164th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    At today's session, the government focused on the implementation of the advertising campaign 'Public Information and Alarm System – SI ALARM', which aims to improve the protection of people and property in the event of natural and other disasters. The Government also adopted the proposal for the Act on the Implementation of the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act.

  • EU funding for quality long-term care

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Quality and competency assessment in long-term care – Quality long-term care.

  • When the load becomes too heavy: Health risks of manual handling of loads

    Ročno premeščanje bremen pomeni katerokoli od dejavnosti, ki jih izvaja eden ali več delavcev: dvigovanje, držanje, odlaganje, potiskanje, vlečenje, prenašanje ali premikanje bremena. Breme je lahko živo (oseba ali žival) ali neživo (predmet). Te dejavnosti pogosto potekajo v ergonomskih pogojih, ki lahko pomenijo nevarnost za zdravje delavcev, predvsem v smislu razvoja kostno-mišičnih obolenj.

  • On World Humanitarian Day, we pay tribute to all those who help others in the most difficult of circumstances

    World Humanitarian Day on 19 August draws attention to the noble work carried out by humanitarian workers around the world. Every day, they help people affected by armed conflicts, natural disasters and other humanitarian crises, often in extremely dangerous and unpredictable situations.

  • Slovenia stands with young people for peace: music as a language of peace

    These days, Brdo pri Kranju is playing host to 200 artists from 19 countries, all united by a love of music, creativity and a desire for peace. Among them are young people from crisis areas whose visit has been made possible by the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, including 11 female singers from Bosnia and Herzegovina, 14 Ukrainian musicians and 20 members of a Palestinian choir.

  • Over €32 million in EU funding for the Karavanke Tunnel

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Renovation of the first tube of the Karavanke Tunnel.

  • Message by Prime Minister Robert Golob on the Day of the Unification of Prekmurje Slovenians with the Mother Nation

    Dear citizens, dear people of Prekmurje, dear Slovenians at home and abroad, when a wave of joy swept across the Mura River on 17 August 1919, a long period of separation came to an end. Prekmurje returned home, into the embrace of its people.

  • Cooperation in the European Project EURODETACHEMENT

    In 2024, the Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia joined the international European project EURODETACHEMENT – ED6 for the first time. The project was coordinated by the French National Institute for Labour, Employment and Vocational Training (Institut National du Travail, de l'Emploi et de la Formation Professionnelle – INTEFP) and funded by the European Commission.

  • EU funding for the Slovenj Gradec Community Health Centre extension

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Slovenj Gradec Community Health Centre Extension.

  • Joint statement on behalf of 29 partners on aid to Gaza and restrictions facing NGOs

    The humanitarian suffering in Gaza has reached unimaginable levels. Famine is unfolding before our eyes. Urgent action is needed now to halt and reverse starvation. Humanitarian space must be protected, and aid should never be politicised.

  • Slovenia stands with young people for peace: the international musical ‘Peace Child’ combines art and diplomacy

    The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia is proud to support the international project ‘SIT DOWN – Peace Child in Concert’, which marks the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and the end of World War II this year. The project is being carried out under the honorary patronage of Tanja Fajon, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia.

  • Embassy relocation to new premises

    The Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia operates at the new address: Block C-36, Anand Niketan, 110021 New Delhi, India.

  • State Secretary Gabrič at an informal video conference of foreign affairs ministers

    State Secretary Melita Gabrič participated in an extraordinary informal meeting of EU foreign ministers, which took place via video link. The agenda of the meeting, which was convened by High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas in light of the announced meeting between the US and Russian presidents and the alarming developments in the Middle East, included Russia's aggression against Ukraine and the situation in Gaza.

  • A New Heatwave is Approaching

    Meteorologists are forecasting a new heatwave that will affect Slovenia in the coming days. High temperatures can pose a serious health risk, especially for those working outdoors. The Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia stresses that under such conditions it is essential to ensure adequate protection for workers and to adapt the work process accordingly.

  • EU funding for cultural projects

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the call for proposals Connected with culture.

  • Joint Statement on Gaza

    The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia and Spain strongly condemn the recent announcement by the Government of Israel of the intensification of the occupation and the military offensive, including in Gaza city. This decision will only deepen the humanitarian crisis and further endanger the remaining hostages’ lives. This operation will lead to an unacceptable high toll of deaths and the forced displacement of nearly one million Palestinian civilians.

  • EU funding for supporting deinstitutionalisation

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the call for proposals Co-financing of multidisciplinary teams to support deinstitutionalisation.

  • Prime Minister Golob: Slovenia to provide additional humanitarian aid to the Palestinian civilian population

    At the initiative of Prime Minister Robert Golob, the Government today approved a decision to provide additional humanitarian aid to the Palestinian civilian population. The security and humanitarian situation in Gaza is becoming increasingly untenable and continues to deteriorate rapidly.

  • 346th correspondence session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    At today's correspondence session, the Government adopted guidelines for the adoption of economic measures in relation to the situation in the occupied Palestinian territory and instructed two ministries to take all necessary steps to prepare a proposal for measures. It also provided additional material assistance to the Palestinian civilian population affected by the armed conflict between Israel and Hamas.

  • EU funding for the construction of the Prapretno solar power plant

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Construction of the Prapretno 2 and 3 solar power plants with battery storage.

  • Eleven development and humanitarian projects and two strategic partnerships selected

    The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs has selected eleven development and humanitarian projects in the Western Balkans, the Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa, as well as two strategic partnerships aimed at raising public awareness of development cooperation and humanitarian aid and at promoting global learning. These activities will be implemented by Slovenian non-governmental organisations (NGOs) during the 2025–2028 period.

  • €45 million in EU funding for the third development axis – construction of a new expressway in Koroška region

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Third development axis – Velenje North-Slovenj Gradec: lot B – Škalsko Lake and lot H – Konovo.

  • EU funding for advocacy in the field of deinstitutionalisation

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the call for proposals Co-financing of the Centre for Deinstitutionalisation Advocacy. The call will receive €1.24 million from the European Regional Development Fund.

  • The 2023 floods were not just a natural disaster, they were a turning point

    The floods that hit Slovenia in August 2023 had numerous consequences, ranging from major material damage to entirely personal losses. The worst natural disaster in the history of independent Slovenia affected almost two-thirds of the country's territory.

  • Slovenia and Chad establish diplomatic relations

    Following the signature of the Joint Communiqué by H.E. Samuel Žbogar, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Slovenia to the United Nations and H.E. Mouctar Abakar, Ambassador, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Chad to the United Nations on 1st August 2025 in New York, the Government of the Republic of Slovenia and the Government of the Republic of Chad have decided to establish Diplomatic Relations between the two countries with effect from the date of signature of the aforementioned Joint Communiqué.

  • EU funding for the project Smart human resource management in state administration

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Smart human resource management in state administration. The project will receive €1.2 million from the European Social Fund Plus.

  • Highlights of Slovenia’s activities in the UN Security Council in July 2025

    In July, the UN Security Council presidency was held by Pakistan. The Council's work this month was dominated by the situation in the Middle East, particularly the further deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Gaza and inter-ethnic clashes in Syria, in which Israel also intervened militarily.

  • EU funding for the project Enhancing the competencies of all employees in the prison system

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Enhancing the competencies of all employees in the prison system. The European Social Fund Plus contribution stands at €994,200.

  • Archivalia of the month August 2025

    The Archivalia of the Month section features the Archivalia of the month of August entitled »Indecent Dance 'Boogie-Woogie'«: on the Unlawful Prohibition of Performing Jazz and Popular Music, by Izak Špajzer.

  • The Republic of Slovenia is the first European country to prohibit the importing, exporting and transit of weapons to and from Israel

    At the initiative of Prime Minister Robert Golob, the Government today confirmed the decision prohibiting the exporting and transit of military weapons and equipment from or through the Republic of Slovenia to Israel, and importing from Israel to Slovenia.

  • Minister Fajon at the conference on the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act: "Double standards are unacceptable"

    Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon took part in a conference in Helsinki to mark the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act entitled Helsinki +50; Respecting the Legacy, Preparing for the Future. She participated in a panel discussion on the topic of “How can states and civil society jointly address threats to peace, human rights and democracy?”

  • The Government instructs the Ministry of Defence to strictly enforce controls on arms trade with Israel

    At today's correspondence session, the Government took note of the Information on the Issuance of Permits for the Export and Transit of Military Weapons and Equipment to Israel, which states that, due to the armed conflicts (a reason specified in indent three of paragraph three of Article 77 of the Defence Act), the Ministry of Defence has not issued any permits for the export of military weapons and equipment to Israel since October 2023.

  • EU funding for the project Digital publishing development

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Digital publishing development, which aims to promote the digital transformation of the Slovenian publishing sector. The European Regional Development Fund will contribute €1.46 million to the project.

  • Minister Fajon: A two-state solution is the only way to achieve peace in the Middle East

    Speaking at the UN high-level conference on the peaceful resolution of the Palestinian question and the implementation of the two-state solution at the UN headquarters in New York, Tanja Fajon, Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, emphasised the need for immediate action. “The only way to achieve peace in the Middle East is to implement the two-state solution: Israel and Palestine.”

  • Prime Minister Golob: Sincere congratulations to the exceptional Slovenian cyclists!

    Prime Minster Robert Golob attended the celebratory reception in Paris marking the conclusion of the Tour de France.

  • Slovenia expects an explanation regarding the actions of Austrian authorities at the Peršman Museum

    The Government of the Republic of Slovenia is greatly concerned about the incident that took place yesterday, on 27 July 2025, at the Peršman Museum, one of the most important memorial sites for Carinthian Slovenians. As the scene of one of the most horrific crimes of the Nazi regime against the Slovenian population in Carinthia, any intervention in this place is particularly sensitive.

  • Submission of a letter of intent for the organisation of the race start of the Tour de France in Slovenia

    Today, ahead of the final stage of the race in Mantes-la-Ville, Prime Minister Robert Golob presented Tour de France Director Christian Prudhomme with a letter of intent to organise the Grand Départ of the 2029 Tour de France in Slovenia.

  • Resumption of consular operations of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in Tehran

    We inform that the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in Tehran will resume with the provision of consular services on 3 August 2025.

  • Ambassador Mirošič presented the letter of credence from the President of the Republic of Slovenia in Panama

    On July 23, 2025 a ceremonial event took place at the Presidential Palace in Panama City, where Ambassador Mirošič presented the letter of credence from the President of the Republic of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar to the President of Panama José Raúl Mulino.

  • EU funding for the project EPK GO!2025 – EPIC

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project EPK GO!2025 – EPIC, which is implemented by the Urban Municipality of Nova Gorica. The project will receive €2.5 million from the European Regional Development Fund.

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    163th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    At the session, the Government adopted a proposal for the Employee Ownership Cooperative Act, which enables a stable and systemically sustainable model of transferring ownership to employees, bringing positive effects for employers, employees and the economy. It also issued new amendments to the Decree on the compulsory health insurance service programme, the capacities required for its implementation and the amount of funding for services for 2025.

  • EU interior ministers discuss joint responses to the changing security environment

    Minister of the Interior Boštjan Poklukar attended an informal meeting of the EU Justice and Home Affairs Council in Copenhagen.

  • Prime Minister Golob meets with representatives of the Slovenian Federation of Pensioners' Associations

    At the initiative of Prime Minister Robert Golob, a second meeting with representatives of the Slovenian Federation of Pensioners' Associations was held at the Prime Minister's Office.

  • Four years of the Recovery and Resilience Plan

    The Council of the European Union approved the national recovery and resilience plans at the end of July 2021. The ministries responsible for implementing the reforms and investments in the plan have successfully carried out numerous activities to achieve this. Significant progress has been made this year on the most visible reform measures. The investments under the plan are being implemented by stakeholders in all Slovenian regions.

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    Prime Minister Golob: "The key thing is to ensure Europe's long-term security and competitiveness"

    Prime Minister Robert Golob met today with European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos.

  • Joint statement on behalf of international partners on the Occupied Palestinian Territories

    We, the signatories listed below, come together with a simple, urgent message: the war in Gaza must end now.

  • Slovenian Development Days on key role of business in development cooperation

    The 13th Slovenian Development Days will take place on 14–17 October under the title “Business in Support of Global Solidarity”. Today’s global challenges, including the consequences of armed conflicts, climate change and the energy crisis, call for innovative and comprehensive approaches. In this context, cooperation between the public sector, the business community and NGOs is vital to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

  • Prime Minister Robert Golob: "Only together can we build the biggest projects"

    Prime Minister Robert Golob today attended the ceremonial opening of the renovated Vevče Swimming Pool in Dobrunje near Ljubljana and also addressed those gathered. The Vevče Swimming Pool will be a modern sports and recreational centre designed for active leisure time for all generations.

  • Prime Minister Golob: "Slovenia dares and deserves to dream the biggest dreams"

    The Government of the Republic of Slovenia yesterday adopted a decision on signing a letter of intent to organise the Tour de France Grand Départ event in Slovenia. This is an expression of Slovenia’s initiative to host one of the biggest and most watched sporting events in the world.

  • The EU's proposal for the Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028–2034 provides a satisfactory basis for further negotiations

    On 16 July 2025, the European Commission published a proposal for the Multiannual Financial Framework for the period 2028–2034, amounting to 1.26% of the EU27's GNI, or €1,985 billion. The proposal forms the basis for the start of complex negotiations among Member States

  • EU funding for modernising the social protection system

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Modernising the social protection system and child and family care to improve the efficiency, accessibility and quality of services for the inclusion of target groups. The Social Fund Plus contribution stands at €18 million.

  • 162nd Regular Session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    At today’s session, the Government of the Republic of Slovenia adopted the Starting Points for the Adoption of Measures against Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israeli Minister of National Security, and Bezalel Smotrich, Israeli Minister of Finance and Defense. It also approved the proposal for the Tax on Gains from the Disposal of Crypto Assets Act, the proposal for an amendment to the Tax on Gains from the Disposal of Derivative Financial Instruments Act, an amendment to the Corporate Income Tax Act, and a draft amendment to the Act on the Elimination of the Consequences of Natural Disasters.

  • 17 July, Day of International Criminal Justice

    On 17 July 1998, the Rome Statute, the founding treaty of the International Criminal Court (ICC), was adopted. The ICC became operational on 1 July 2002 and now plays a central role in the global fight against impunity for the most serious crimes: genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and the crime of aggression.

  • EU funding for the expansion of district heating and cooling systems using renewable energy sources

    The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the call for proposals for the co-financing of the construction and restructuring of district heating and cooling systems based on renewable energy sources (RES) for the period 2025-2029. The Cohesion Fund will contribute €43.5 million for the call for proposals.

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    A major success for Slovenian diplomacy in NATO in the field of defence, security and resilience

    Despite the uncertain international situation, Slovenia is proving its reliability as a NATO partner.

  • Prime Minister Golob: "The people of these regions deserve the third development axis"

    Prime Minister Robert Golob today attended a ceremony to mark the start of the construction of the Velunja section of the northern part of the third development axis. The section is the most challenging part of the future expressway to the Koroška region, both in terms of construction and financing.

  • Celebration of Statehood Day in Athens

    The Slovenian Embassy in Greece celebrated Statehood Day on Thursday, 29 May 2025, in the garden of the Byzantine and Christian Museum in the center of Athens with a traditional national reception.

  • Minister Fajon meets new German Federal Foreign Minister in Berlin

    Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon paid a working visit to Berlin today, where she was hosted by German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul. The visit was aimed at further strengthening political and economic cooperation between the two countries and exchanging views on topical European and foreign policy issues.

  • EU consultations with the Netherlands

    Deputy Director-General for European Affairs Jure Vršnak hosted the Director-General for European Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, Heleen Bakker, for EU consultations in Ljubljana. During her visit, Director-General Bakker also paid a courtesy call on State Secretary Marko Štucin.

  • Revision of the Regulation on Safeguarding Employees in Extreme Heat Conditions

    The Regulation amending the Regulation on the requirements for ensuring the safety and health of workers at outdoor workplaces has been published.

  • Publication of the thirteenth issue of the Diplomatic Bulletin

    Wrapping up the second year of the Diplomatic Bulletin, the July issue addresses topical matters, including the behind-the-scenes preparations for the 20th Bled Strategic Forum international conference. It also provides information on the successful 2025 Africa Day international conference, the Fourth national conference on artificial intelligence and this year's Economic Diplomacy Consultation.

  • Slovenia’s Candidacy for UNESCO World Heritage Committee Presented in Paris

    In March of this year, the Government adopted a decision endorsing Slovenia’s candidacy for membership in the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for the 2025–2027 term. Slovenia presented its candidacy in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in Paris, which is also accredited as Slovenia’s Permanent Delegation to UNESCO, during the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.

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    Due to an ambiguous and misleading referendum question, the Svoboda political party puts forward a decision abrogating the National Assembly decision calling for a consultative referendum

    Wishing to engage in an open and responsible dialogue, Prime Minister Robert Golob called a meeting of parliamentary party presidents on Slovenia’s membership in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the issue of holding a referendum on increasing Slovenia’s defence expenditure.

  • Slovenia remains Ukraine's trustworthy partner in reconstruction and development

    On 10 and 11 July, Rome hosted the Ukraine recovery Conference (URC 2025), the main international event taking place every year to coordinate help and support to Ukraine. The Slovenian delegation at the Conference was led by Ambassador Edvin Skrt, Director-General of the Directorate for International Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid from the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs.

  • Statement by the Prime Minister on the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide

    Today, we commemorate Srebrenica with solemn respect and sorrow. It is a place that has become a symbol of one of the darkest chapters in modern European history. The genocide that took place there three decades ago left an indelible mark on humanity's conscience and reminds us that peace, truth and compassion must never be taken for granted.

  • On the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, we call for peace and respect for the victims

    Today, we are observing the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica. It is a day when we remember the 8,372 victims, and when the wounds of the mothers of Srebrenica and other survivors who lost their loved ones —husbands, sons and brothers — are reopened. Our thoughts are with them in their grief and deep sorrow.

  • Celebration of the World Bee Day in Greece

    The Slovenian Embassy in Athens joined the celebration of the World Bee Day, this year with several parallel activities across Greece.

  • 161st regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    At today's session, the Government has approved the draft of the new Business Register of Slovenia Act and took note of the measures, projects and activities undertaken in response to the August 2023 floods and landslides.