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Upcoming Consular Hours in Chicago, Illinois
October 18th and October 20th 2025 the Consulate General will be offering consular hours in the Chicago, Illinois area.
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Closure of the archives and the archival reading room
The Archives of the Republic of Slovenia will be closed to visitors and users of archival records on October 8 and 9, 2025, due to a two-day professional event.
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Prime Minister Golob speaks out about plans to start paying Christmas bonuses and easing the tax burden on sole traders
As part of the Government's regional visit, Prime Minister Robert Golob also met with businessmen and mayors from Dolenjska and Bela Krajina.
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State Secretary Grašič at the General Affairs Council in Brussels
State Secretary Neva Grašič took part in the General Affairs Council meeting, at which ministers responsible for European affairs discussed the agenda for the October European Council, a letter of intent on legislative programming, the annual rule of law dialogue and the developments in the rule of law situation in selected candidate countries.
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Prime Minister at the opening of the Julija nursing hospital: This is a hospital of dignity
As part of his visit to the South-East region of Slovenia, Prime Minister Robert Golob today attended the ceremonial opening of the Julija nursing hospital at the Novo mesto General Hospital.
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Over €1 million in EU funding for the Ormož Technology Park
The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the project Construction of the Ormož Technology Park, phase two.
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Upcoming Consular Hours in Duluth, Minnesota
October 4th 2025 the Consulate General will be offering consular hours in Duluth, Minnesota.
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Gradual introduction of the new Entry/Exit System (EES) at the external Schengen border
On 12 October 2025, Slovenia and other EU countries will start implementing the Entry/Exit System (EES) at the external Schengen border, in accordance with Regulations (EU) 2017/2226 and 2025/1534.
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Message on the occasion of the Return of Primorska to the Motherland Day
Dear citizens, dear people of Primorska, dear fellow Slovenians at home and abroad, 15 September is a day that the Slovenian people hold dear in their hearts. For us people of Primorska this is a day of celebration of joy and remembrance.
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Prime Minister Robert Golob meets with Foreign Minister of the People's Republic of China Wang Yi
Prime Minister Robert Golob met with the Foreign Minister of the People's Republic of China, Wang Yi.
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Slovenia and China seek to strengthen trade and friendly relations
Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon hosted Wang Yi, Director of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, on an official visit. Their discussions focused on opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation, the importance of multilateralism and collaboration within the UN Security Council.
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Minister Poklukar attends the Salzburg Forum in Czechia
Minister of the Interior Boštjan Poklukar participated in a meeting of interior ministers of the Salzburg Forum in Czechia.
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State Secretary Levičar with representatives of Westinghouse
On 11 September 2025, State Secretary Danijel Levičar attended the international conference Nuclear Energy for New Europe, which took place in Bled.
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Housing policy with new momentum: €100 million annually for public rental housing
Slovenia is facing a severe housing crises: young people are living longer at their parents’ homes, housing prices and rents are soaring, and public rental housing is scarce. The Ministry for a Solidary Future has systematically addressed housing policy. As State Secretary in the GOVSI podcast, the government is investing €100 million each year in the construction of new public rental apartments.
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At the meeting of Central 5 foreign ministers, Minister Fajon emphasises importance of dialogue and EU unity
In Tomašóv, Minister Tanja Fajon attended a meeting of the informal Central 5 group, comprising the foreign ministers of Slovenia, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia. “The C5 format is a valuable framework for exchanging views on the most pressing issues in our region and for strengthening ties between countries that share a common Central European identity,” said Fajon.
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167th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia
At today’s session, the Government adopted the draft amendment to the Act Regulating Relations of the Republic of Slovenia with Slovenians Abroad, which lays down measures to strengthen the economic base of Slovenians in neighbouring countries. It also approved the draft amendment to the Act on Cooperation in Criminal Matters with the Member States of the European Union, took note of the Autumn Forecast of Economic Trends 2025, and adopted a decision to prohibit entry into the Republic of Slovenia to Milorad Dodik.
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Prime Minister Golob receives Italian President Sergio Mattarella
Prime Minister Robert Golob met with the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella.
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Carinthia and Slovenia intensify cooperation on key issues for the future
The Slovenia–Carinthia Joint Committee, chaired by the Governor of Carinthia, Peter Kaiser, and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia, Tanja Fajon, met in Celovec/Klagenfurt: “We are not only neighbours but also partners in our shared region in the heart of Europe”.
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Response to the President of the European Commission's first address in this term
In her State of the Union address, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reviewed the political objectives achieved and presented the main priorities and initiatives for the coming year.
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Minister Fajon at the Peršman Homestead: Call for a swift and thorough investigation into police intervention
Ahead of the session of the Slovenia-Carinthia Joint Committee in Celovec/Klagenfurt, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon visited the Peršman Homestead, a central site of remembrance for the Slovenian national minority in Austrian Carinthia. The Homestead was the scene of a major police intervention at the end of July this year against participants in a student educational camp.
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Prime Minister Golob: "This is one of the largest projects of this Government and our duty to society"
Prime Minister Robert Golob called a consultation meeting of key long-term care stakeholders to discuss the implementation of long-term care. The meeting was also attended by the Minister of a Solidarity-Based Future, Simon Maljevac, and the Minister of Labour, Family, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities, Luka Mesec.
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Prime Minister Golob receives NEA Director-General William D. Magwood
Prime Minister Robert Golob met with the Director-General of the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA), William D. Magwood, IV.
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The Labour Inspectorate has carried out several inspections at the employer Bobnar, and the proceedings are still ongoing
The Labour Inspectorate of the Republic of Slovenia has carried out several inspections at the employer Bobnar, and the proceedings are not yet concluded.
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European Mobility Week: Together for fair and accessible mobility
This year marks Slovenia's 24th consecutive year of participation in the largest European initiative promoting sustainable mobility. This year's theme "Mobility for Everyone" highlights the importance of equal access to sustainable transport options.
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Launch of the 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council
Today marks the start of the 60th regular session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Together with several other countries, Slovenia will propose a resolution on the human rights of older persons, aimed at extending the mandate of the Independent Expert on the enjoyment of all human rights by older persons.
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Latin American and Caribbean Days 2025 – autumn cultural events open with a Peruvian film
As part of the Latin American and Caribbean Days (LAC Days) 2025, the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs continues to hold a series of cultural events organised in cooperation with the embassies of Latin American and Caribbean countries and Slovenian cultural institutions.
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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.
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Event Between Mountains and Data: How do we live in Slovenia and how do we live in Zasavje?
Minister Dr. Aleksander Jevšek addressed the participants at an event Between Mountains and Data: How do we live in Slovenia and how do we live in Zasavje? held at Dewesoft in Trbovlje. He emphasised that Cohesion Policy funds from the Just Transition Fund, which is expected to provide approximately €75 million, represent an important stimulus for the development of the Zasavje region.
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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.
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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.
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Slovenian Days in Cleveland 2025
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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.
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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.
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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.
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First panel of the 3rd Slovenian Humanitarian Forum on multilateral action in crises
The first panel of the 3rd Slovenian Humanitarian Forum, which was held as part of the Bled Strategic Forum and focused on multilateral action in times of crisis, conveyed a clear message: The withdrawal of countries from international organisations, coupled with reduced funding in the face of mounting crises, poses a serious threat to multilateralism and the effectiveness of humanitarian response.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Italy and Latvia join For Forest Group +
Mateja Čalušić, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Food, is hosting a meeting in Maribor of representatives of the member states of the extended Forest Group +, which is chaired by Slovenia this year. At the meeting, Italy and Latvia formally joined the group consisting of the founding members – Austria, Finland, Sweden, Slovenia – and France by officially signing the guidelines.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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€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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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EU funding for cultural projects
The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the call for proposals Connected with culture.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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€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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?”
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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.
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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.
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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.”
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.