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EU funding for digital transformation of the economy
SLOVENIA, February 14 - The Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport launched a call for EU funds for a comprehensive digital transformation of business operations or the digital transformation of individual corporate business functions as part...

Finance ministers approve the second amendment to Slovenia's Recovery and Resilience Plan
SLOVENIA, December 10 - On 20 November 2024, the European Commission issued a positive assessment of the proposal for the second amendment to the RRP, and today the amendment was finally approved by the Council of the European Union. On 18 October...

Slovenia receives the entire EU Solidarity Fund aid
SLOVENIA, December 10 - Dr Aleksander Jevšek, Minister for Cohesion and Regional Development, whose team headed the application process for the assistance from the EU Solidarity Fund, expressed gratitude to everyone involved in the preparation of...

Prime Minister receives representatives of the Slovenian Federation of Pensioners’ Organisations
SLOVENIA, February 14 - They discussed key issues related to pensioners, focusing on measures to improve their social and economic situation, and the upcoming pension reform. The meeting was also attended by the Minister of Labour, Family, Social...

141st regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia
SLOVENIA, February 13 - The draft amendment to the Organisation and Financing of Education Act regulates areas that ensure the development and higher quality of education in Slovenia. The main change in the draft amendment approved by the...

Minister Fajon to companies in the Goriška region: "You can always count on economic diplomacy"
SLOVENIA, February 11 - Minister Fajon thanked the Northern Primorska Chamber of Commerce and Industry for hosting the event in the month of the launch of the European Capital of Culture GO! 2025 Nova Gorica-Gorizia, where for the first time two...

Slovenia enters festive season
SLOVENIA, December 5 - The capital Ljubljana turned on its signature universe-themed decorations as the night fell on 29 November. Sparkling with 50 kilometres of lights and 850 light sculptures, this year's festive illumination celebrates the joy...

TheRealLuxury Champions Sustainability in High-End Fashion with a Circular Economy Approach
Ljubljana, Slovenia – TheRealLuxury, a premier platform for new, pre-owned, and limited-edition designer pieces, is redefining high-end shopping by championing sustainability and promoting a circular economy in luxury fashion. By offering...

Slovenian applicants at the forefront of tapping the potential of the centralised European innovation instrument
SLOVENIA, December 2 - The I3 instrument, funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), supports inter-regional innovation projects at critical stages of commercialisation and dissemination. It aims to help projects overcome regulatory...

State Secretary Štucin holds first political consultations between Slovenia and the Philippines
SLOVENIA, February 5 - The two delegations discussed bilateral cooperation in a number of areas, including cooperation between the EU and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), EU-Philippines cooperation and multilateral issues such...

140th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia
SLOVENIA, February 6 - The Government discussed the starting points for drafting the proposal for an act on salaries and other remunerations to public employees for work abroad The Government discussed the starting points for drafting the proposal...

Highlights of Slovenia's activity in the UN Security Council in January 2025
SLOVENIA, February 3 - Minister Fajon participated in the Security Council’s open debate following the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. In her address, she urged the warring parties in the Middle East to respect the agreements and...

Members advance Bosnia and Herzegovina’s WTO accession negotiations closer to conclusion
The Chair of the Working Party, Ambassador Anita Pipan of Slovenia, said the meeting was an opportunity to “inject fresh momentum into Bosnia and Herzegovina's accession process, which is now in its 26th year and is technically advanced.”...

139th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia
SLOVENIA, January 30 - The Government took note of and discussed the information about the activities of the Ministry of Defence relating to the project of combat vehicles to build the medium forces of the Slovenian Army, agreeing that the...

Prime Minister Golob: "Our commitment is 2% of GDP this year and 3% of GDP by 2030”
SLOVENIA, June 26 - In his media statement before the start of the meeting, the Prime Minister first expressed gratitude to everyone who worked overnight to extinguish the fire in the Begunje area of Gorenjska. "I would like to thank all the...

EU funding for strengthening cooperatives, social economy, and social entrepreneurship
SLOVENIA, January 30 - The call for proposals is expected to be published on 7 February 2025. It aims to encourage social economy organisations to deliver services generating social impact in line with the principles and business models of social...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26
Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...

A prosperous year for Slovenian tourism in 2024: optimistic outlook despite challenges
SLOVENIA, January 27 - In 2025, the Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport remains committed to its trajectory of promoting balanced tourism growth under the "A Little Bit More, A Lot Better" approach, prioritising higher quality and added...

World Handball Championship in Zagreb brings attention to the role of the Slovenian minority in Croatia
SLOVENIA, January 21 - The Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia and Minister for Slovenians Abroad, Matej Arčon, and the State Secretary at the Government Office for Slovenians Abroad, Vesna Humar, are on a two-day visit to Zagreb....

The role of sport in regional integration and economic development discussed in Zagreb
SLOVENIA, January 23 - Sport brings people together Speaking at the Forum, Minister Han said: "Sport brings people together. It does not divide us into left or right, but unites all of us who love our country. It is a cornerstone of a healthy and...