Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs
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The 19th Bled Strategic Forum is coming to an end, having exceeded all expectations with its challenging and complex discussions. The event brought together over 180 speakers from 48 countries and 2500 participants. This turnout proves that the Bled Strategic Forum has become an established platform for the presentation of views, constructive debate, confrontation of different positions and even exchange of opposing opinions.
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The 19th Bled Strategic Forum was preceded by the Young BSF, where young people discussed with Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon the divided world, in which we live in, the conflicts that have become part of everyday life, the importance of being heard, listening and working together. The young people asked her a number of specific questions about Slovenia's foreign policy, thoughts and plans.
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Today, Slovenia begins its first presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in the 2024–2025 term. On assuming the mandate, Slovenia will present its monthly Programme of Work (PoW), priorities and signature events to the Member States of the Security Council, the wider UN membership, NGOs and the general public.
News
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State Secretary Marko Štucin attends GLOBSEC Forum in Prague
On 30–31 August 2024, State Secretary Marko Štucin attended the GLOBSEC Forum in Prague, where he participated in a panel discussion entitled The Road Ahead: Key Priorities for the EU’s New Leadership, and held two bilateral meetings.
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Minister Fajon: Slovenia and Algeria, as non-permanent members of the Security Council, are united in their efforts for peace
Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon hosted Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf on an official visit, reaffirming the excellent relations between the two countries, further strengthened by the opening of embassies in their respective capitals. Today, they will officially inaugurate the Algerian Embassy in Ljubljana. The two ministers focused on the enhanced cooperation between their two countries.
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Minister Tanja Fajon signs an Action Plan with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan
Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon received Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan for an official visit. Their talks focused on cooperation between Slovenia and Türkiye, and in this context, they signed an Action Plan. They also discussed current global issues and agreed that both countries will continue to work for peace in the Middle East.
Events
12th Slovenian Development Days: For a World Without Hunger
The 12th Slovenian Development Days will be held from 15 to 22 October 2024 under the title For a World Without Hunger.