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Slovenian flag flown in front of CERN
Government of Slovenia
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July 3, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 3 - Slovenia became the 25th full member of CERN on 21 June 2025. As full membership is a great honour, CERN marks the entry of each new member with a ceremony in which the national flag is flown. Among others, the ceremony was...
Prime Minister Golob meets with the members of the Slovenian Bishops Conference
Government of Slovenia
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July 4, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 4 - The meeting was chaired by Andrej Saje, the Bishop of Novo mesto and President of the SBC. At the core of the meeting was the issue of the relationship between the State and the Church, and topics pertaining to the position of...
EU funding for the development of innovative businesses in the cultural and creative sectors
Government of Slovenia
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July 4, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 4 - The Ministry of Cohesion and Regional Development has approved EU funding for the call for proposals Promoting cultural and creative industries – Centre for Creativity 2025. The call comes with a total budget of €2,028,124.37;...
EU funding for entrepreneurial skills of young people and women in the period 2025-2029
Government of Slovenia
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July 4, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 4 - The call will advance youth and women entrepreneurship by building entrepreneurial skills, competences, innovation, and creativity for women and young people up to 29 years of age. As part of the call, the following activities...
Lent Festival – Slovenia's largest open-air summer festival
Government of Slovenia
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July 4, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 4 - For over 30 years, the festival has offered a rich and diverse cultural programme, bringing together artists from around the world and providing unforgettable experiences for local and international visitors alike. Where all...
160th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia
Government of Slovenia
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July 3, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 3 - Amendments to the Companies Act to reduce the regulatory burden on companies The Government adopted the draft Act Amending the Companies Act and submitted it to the National Assembly for consideration under the urgent...
Prime Minister Robert Golob: "The raising of the Slovenian flag is a moment of deep national pride"
Government of Slovenia
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July 3, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 3 - The ceremony took place in the presence of the Slovenian delegation, CERN leadership, invited guests and the community of Slovenian scientists working at CERN. On 21 June 2025, Slovenia officially became the 25th full member of...
Highlights of Slovenia's activities in the UN Security Council in June 2025
Government of Slovenia
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July 1, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 1 - As one of the ten elected members, Slovenia presented a draft resolution in response to the humanitarian situation in Gaza. This resolution, which called for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages and humanitarian...
EU funding for the Competent Slovenia project to improve access to adult education
Government of Slovenia
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July 2, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 2 - The Competent Slovenia project will provide adults in Slovenia with free non-formal education and training, helping them integrate more successfully into society and the modern workplace. The main objective of the project is to...
Focal group set up for comprehensive treatment of children and adolescents displaying dangerous behaviour
Government of Slovenia
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June 30, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 30 - Its aim is to ensure a coordinated, systematic and professional response by the state to the increase in dangerous, in particular violent, behaviour among children and adolescents. The Focal group is a response to numerous...
New impetus for Slovenian-Bavarian cooperation on the 50th anniversary of the Mixed Commission
Government of Slovenia
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June 30, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 30 - "The Year of Slovenian-Bavarian Cooperation, which marks the 50th anniversary of the Permanent Slovenian-Bavarian Mixed Commission, is an opportunity for a new impetus. Bavaria has been a valuable supporter of Slovenia since...
Slovenia submits fourth payment request for funds from the Recovery and Resilience Facility
Government of Slovenia
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June 24, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 24 - After the Government took note of the Report on the Implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP) last Thursday, the coordinating body - the Recovery and Resilience Office – today submitted the payment request to...
Slovenia officially becomes 25th member of CERN
Government of Slovenia
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June 23, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 23 - "Slovenia’s full membership in CERN is an exceptional recognition of our science and researchers. Furthermore, it reaffirms and strengthens Slovenia’s reputation as a nation building its future on knowledge and science. Indeed,...
Statement by the Prime Minister on the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide
Government of Slovenia
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July 11, 2025
SLOVENIA, July 11 - Srebrenica is more than just the name of a place. It is the name of a pain that still echoes in the silence of graves, in the tears of mothers, wives and children. It is the cry of the thousands who were never given the chance...
Slovenia launches international workshop to open discussion on intellectual property valuation
Government of Slovenia
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June 18, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 18 - The event is organized by the Slovenian Intellectual Property Office (SIPO), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO). It is the first workshop of this kind in...
Statement by Prime Minister Golob on Slovenia's full membership in CERN
Government of Slovenia
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June 23, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 23 - Today is a historical day for Slovenia. By becoming a full member of the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN), we are joining one of the most prestigious scientific institutions in the world. We are becoming part...
Slovenia Earns 9 Michelin Stars This Year: Hiša Franko Retains Three Stars, Milka Receives Two; A New Green Star for Hotel Plesnik; Three New Special Awards Introduced
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 12, 2025
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Slovenian gastronomy has once again achieved exceptional success, which reflects the Slovenian Tourist Board’s continued efforts to promote the country as a world-class gastronomic...
Slovenia Earns 9 Michelin Stars This Year: Hiša Franko Retains Three Stars, Milka Receives Two; A New Green Star for Hotel Plesnik; Three New Special Awards Introduced
Government of Slovenia
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June 13, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 13 - The prestigious Michelin Guide, the most influential brand in the culinary world, has for the sixth consecutive year highlighted the best Slovenian restaurants, reaffirming the outstanding quality, sustainability, and diversity...
Slovenia's activities and plans for future action at the economic diplomacy consultations
Government of Slovenia
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June 12, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 12 - The consultations are aimed at addressing issues encountered by economic advisers in their day-to-day work and at presenting plans for future activities. Economic advisers at Slovenia’s diplomatic and consular missions cover...
GOVSI Podcast: Minister Logaj on Reforms and the Future of Education System
Government of Slovenia
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June 20, 2025
SLOVENIA, June 20 - In the 24th episode of the GOVSI government podcast, Minister of Education Dr. Vinko Logaj joined host Petra Bezjak Cirman to discuss the latest legislative reforms in the Slovenian education system. He highlighted the value of...