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Slovenia makes progress again in the Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI)
The latest DESI report, DESI 2022, shows that Slovenia has made progress again and is now ranked 11th, which is its highest ranking ever.
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European Parliament approves new rules for digital platforms
The Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA) aim to set new rules for the use of the internet to make it safer for users, fairer for businesses, more legally predictable and more accountable for intermediary platforms. They increase the accountability of digital platforms for services and products, thereby improving the functioning of the internal market for digital services, creating a level playing field and legal certainty for smaller businesses, and protecting the rights and interests of all European citizens. The principle “that what is illegal in the real world is illegal online” is upheld, with particular attention to the protection of freedom of expression.
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Meeting between Minister Dr Emilija Stojmenova Duh and Human Rights Ombudsman Mr Peter Svetina
The Minister for Digital Transformation, Dr Emilija Stojmenova Duh, met with the Human Rights Ombudsman, Peter Svetina. The Ombudsman presented the “Annual Report of Human Rights for 2021”, while the Minister presented the relevant digitalisation topics, such as electronic communications and information society.
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Presentation of the 2022 Economic Survey of Slovenia
The presentation of the 2022 Economic Survey of Slovenia, prepared by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), took place on Monday at Brdo pri Kranju. The Economic Survey provides a comprehensive picture of the macroeconomic situation in Slovenia, with special attention paid to the topical issue of the digitalisation of society and the economy.
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Roaming in the EU without extra charges extended until 2032
As of today, a new and improved Roaming Regulation is in force. The regulation extends the scheme 'roaming like at home' until 2032. This scheme allows travellers in the European Union and the European Economic Area to make calls, write messages and browse the web during their stay abroad without extra costs.
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European Digital Innovation Hubs committee selected for co-financing two consortia from Slovenia
The European Commission has completed its review of applications submitted for co-financing of the European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs). Organizations across the European Union sent their applications, following a national pre-selection process.
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Minister for Digitalisation met with the Director of the National Library of Slovenia
The Minister for Digital Transformation, Dr Emilija Stojmenova Duh, met with the Director of the National and University Library (NUK), Mr. Vili Leban.
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Minister Dr Emilija Stojmenova Duh attended the Digital Assembly 2022
The French presidency of the Council of the European Union rounded up their activities in the digital sector with Digital Assembly. An event that took place in Toulouse on June 21st and 22nd, 2022, was focused around the theme "Looking to the Digital Future". The event explored issues related to EU sovereignty and autonomy. Minister Dr. Emilija Stojmenova Duh attended the event and actively participated at the panel “Investing in Immersive Technologies in Europe”.
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Ministers responsible for telecommunications on the importance of the digital sector for a sustainable transition
Ministers responsible for telecommunications held a debate on the digital and green transition at a meeting of the Telecommunications Council on June 3 2022. Ambassador Tamara Weingerl Požar represented Slovenia at this meeting.
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Dr Emilija Stojmenova Duh takes over as the new Minister for Digitalization
On June 2nd, a handover ceremony took place at the Government Office for Digital Transformation. Former minister Mr Mark Andijanič congratulated the new minister, dr. Emilija Stojmenova Duh, who thanked her predecessor for his work and emphasized that her new team will continue the good effort.
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Minister Andrijanič: Support for SMEs crucial for Europe’s success
At this year’s Amazon Academy event, Minister Mark Boris Andrijanič stressed the importance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for Europe’s success, since they create many jobs and bring great added value to the economy.
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Strengthening the digitalisation of Central and Eastern Europe will boost competitiveness and economic development
At the first ministerial conference on digital transformation, representatives of the Three Seas initiative countries agreed on the need to chart an ambitious path for economic development and competitiveness. They are convinced that this will only be possible through increased investment in digitalisation and closer cooperation in the region.
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Minister Andrijanič in the Pomurje region: "Ingenuity and success of the Pomurje’s talents will have a bright future"
Accompanied by the representatives of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia, Minister Mark Boris Andrijanič visited the Pomurje region. As part of his visit, the Minister met with secondary school students of computer science and the management of the Murska Sobota Secondary Vocational and Technical School. He became acquainted with the activities of the Pomurje Technology Park and examined the production of the high-tech VIRS company.
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Minister Andrijanič: South-East Slovenia is one of Europe's high-tech industry hubs
The Minister of Digital Transformation, Mark Boris Andrijanič, was part of the Government delegation that visited the region of South-East Slovenia today. During his visit, the Minister visited Yaskawa Europe Robotics, met with representatives of the Bela krajina business incubator and concluded his working visit at the Faculty of Information Studies in Novo mesto.
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Minister Andrijanič and University of Ljubljana Rector Gregor Majdič united: "We have a lot of talent in Slovenia, and we must keep it at home at all costs."
The Minister of Digital Transformation, Mark Boris Andrijanič, today met with the Rector of the University of Ljubljana, Prof. Dr. Gregor Majdič. They discussed the challenges and advantages of the Slovenian study process, particularly in the field of science and technical skills.
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Minister Mark Boris Andrijanič meets with Minister Tamara Srzentić of Montenegro: We need to pursue ambitious goals to attract IT experts
Today, 4 November 2021, the Minister of Digital Transformation, Mark Boris Andrijanič, met with the Montenegrin Minister of Public Administration, Digitalisation and Media, Tamara Srzentić.
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Minister Andrijanič praises Slovenian Chamber of Commerce and Industry projects that follow the vision of the green and digital transformation
The minister visited the Chamber of Commerce and Industry today, where he was briefed by its management on its green and digital projects.
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Minister Andrijanič: Our priorities include not only digital transformation but also strengthening transatlantic relations
On Thursday, 28 October 2021, Minister Mark Boris Andrijanič delivered an opening keynote address via audio-video link at the 9th AmCham EU Transatlantic Conference, entitled "The Power of Data: Fuelling Europe's Digital Decade".
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State Secretary Peter Geršak at the meeting of the digitally most advanced European countries: “We have to ensure unlimited access to digital infrastructure”
Today, the State Secretary Peter Geršak attended the meeting of the ministers of the D9+ countries in Luxembourg. In his speech he highlighted the need to reduce the digital gap between the EU Member States.
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Minister Andrijanič meets with European Commissioners
The Minister for Digital Transformation, Mark Boris Andrijanič, paid a working visit to Brussels from 25 to 27 October, during which he also met with representatives of the European Commission and the European Parliament. During his visit to Brussels, Minister Andrijanič presented the tasks of the Office of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia for Digital Transformation and exchanged views on the opportunities in digital transformation for the advancement of the economy and the reduction of the digital divide in society.