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Prime Minister Robert Golob will host the MED9 leaders and invited high-level guests, including the King Abdullah II of Jordan and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, on 20 October 2025 on the Slovenian coast. 

The summit discussions will focus on exchanging views on current European topics and challenges in the region, with particular emphasis on strengthening the competitiveness of the economy and addressing the situation in the Middle East, especially the intolerable conditions in Gaza. A joint declaration by the MED9 leaders is also expected to be adopted at the meeting.

In 2025, the Republic of Slovenia assumed the presidency of the MED9, an informal group of like-minded Mediterranean EU Member States (Cyprus, France, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Malta, Slovenia, Spain and Portugal) established to promote closer cooperation and coordination on current matters in the European Union and the Mediterranean.

During its presidency, Slovenia is enhancing MED9’s influence in EU foreign policy and advocating for the enlargement to the Western Balkans. Economic resilience is being strengthened through green transition initiatives, energy connectivity and climate-related solutions. Youth empowerment is also being promoted. Furthermore, a key focus is on strengthening partnerships with the EU’s Southern Neighbourhood and supporting the initiatives of the Union for the Mediterranean.

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    State Secretary Grašič: MED9 countries' unified voice carries greater weight in EU decision-making

    9. 10. 2025

    State Secretary Neva Grašič hosted a meeting of the MED9 group’s State Secretaries for EU Affairs in Portorož. The participants discussed current foreign policy issues, competitiveness and the EU budget. The MED9 group, which brings together nine Mediterranean EU member states, has been chaired by Slovenia for the first time this year. With nine voices being stronger than one, this is an important forum for coordination and the exchange of views.
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    173rd regular ression of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    9. 10. 2025

    At today’s session, the Government adopted the Decree on the Organisation, Equipment and Training of Protection, Rescue and Relief Forces, took note of the draft budgetary plan of the general government sector for 2026, and appointed Damjan Petrič as Director General of the Police.
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    172nd regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

    7. 10. 2025

    At today's session, the Government began consideration of the proposed Act on the gradual closure of the Velenje Coal Mine and the starting points for the drafting of a proposed Act on the economic development restructuring of the Savinja-Šalek region. It also took note of information on measures and investments in watercourses, which have amounted to nearly EUR 1 billion over the past two years.
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    Statement by Prime Minister Robert Golob on the second anniversary of 7 October 2023

    7. 10. 2025

    Hamas terrorist attack on October 7, 2023, in which more than 1,000 Israelis were killed, was a crime that should not be minimized or underestimated.
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    Minister Fajon visits the Gulf: Lessons from wars in former Yugoslavia could be applied to post-war Gaza

    6. 10. 2025

    At the 2nd High-Level Forum and the 29th EU-GCC Joint Council and Ministerial Meeting, Minister Tanja Fajon underlined that, in the current geopolitical climate, it is now more important than ever for the two regions to strengthen their connection and cooperation. Recalling the lessons of the past, she referenced the wars and suffering in the former Yugoslavia, as well as the international frameworks established in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo.
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    Fitch upgrades Slovenia's credit rating

    4. 10. 2025

    The Fitch credit rating agency yesterday upgraded Slovenia's credit rating from A to A+ with a stable outlook. Following the improved outlook in the spring, this latest upgrade further confirms confidence in Slovenia.
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    Ptuj is the Best Cultural Heritage Town in Europe for 2026

    9. 10. 2025

    Atop the prestigious list of the Best Cultural Heritage Towns in Europe for 2026 stands Ptuj, a small town in Slovenia with more than 2,000 years of history, known for its hilltop castle, renowned wine traditions and a vibrant calendar of cultural and sporting events.
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