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Prime Minister Golob: Sincere congratulations to the exceptional Slovenian cyclists!
SLOVENIA, July 28 - In his address, he first paid tribute to the Slovenian cyclists. “It is an incredible honour to be here with you after Tadej Pogačar’s exceptional victory in the Tour de France yesterday. Today, we are celebrating this...

Submission of a letter of intent for the organisation of the race start of the Tour de France in Slovenia
SLOVENIA, July 27 - In a statement to the media after the talks, the Prime Minister explained the significance of this letter. "We are particularly proud to have submitted a letter of intent today, expressing our desire to host the opening stage...

Ambassador Mirošič presented the letter of credence from the President of the Republic of Slovenia in Panama
SLOVENIA, July 25 - During Ambassador's visit to Panama, ambassador Mirošič also held several working meetings, including with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Javier Eduardo Martínez-Acha Vásquez and the Minister of Culture Maruja Herrero. The...

Novica brez naslova
SLOVENIA, August 22 - Grk je uvodoma poudaril, da se je zunanja politika v zadnjih letih »vrnila skozi velika vrata« v vsakdanje življenje Evropejcev – bodisi skozi posledice vojn, geopolitičnih preobratov ali podnebnih kriz. BSF v takem kontekstu...

When the load becomes too heavy: Health risks of manual handling of loads
SLOVENIA, August 20 - The share of workers in EU Member States reporting that they carry or move heavy loads has been decreasing in recent years. How manual handling of loads can affect workers’ health Manual handling of loads may cause:...

On World Humanitarian Day, we pay tribute to all those who help others in the most difficult of circumstances
SLOVENIA, August 19 - Humanitarian workers offer hope and the prospect of survival to over 305 million people in 72 countries. According to the United Nations, more than 380 humanitarian workers were killed in 2024, and 265 have already lost their...

US alters view on 2008 Russia-Georgia conflict
(MENAFN) For the first time, the United States has refused to join a condemnation of Russia for its actions during the 2008 war with Georgia. After a closed-door UN Security Council session on Monday, Denmark, France, Greece, the UK, and Slovenia...

US refuses condemnation of Russia for 2008 war with Georgia
(MENAFN) For the first time, the United States has declined to join a condemnation of Russia for its 2008 war with Georgia. After a closed session of the UN Security Council on Monday, Denmark, France, Greece, the UK, and Slovenia released a...

Cooperation in the European Project EURODETACHEMENT
SLOVENIA, August 14 - This initiative brings together public and non-governmental organisations from various countries with the aim of improving the protection of workers’ rights when working abroad. As part of the project, the Labour Inspectorate...

EU funding for the Slovenj Gradec Community Health Centre extension
SLOVENIA, August 14 - As part of this EU-co-financed project, the urban municipality of Slovenj Gradec will add an extension to the Slovenj Gradec Community Health Centre. The extension with a total gross floor area of 1,966 square meters will...

Global Tissue Engineering and Regeneration Market Set to Surge at 12.8% CAGR Through 2030
Boston, Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to the latest study from BCC Research, the “Tissue Engineering and Regeneration: Technologies and Global Markets” is estimated to increase from $5.4 billion in 2025 to $9.8 billion by the end of...

Joint statement on behalf of 29 partners on aid to Gaza and restrictions facing NGOs
SLOVENIA, August 12 - However, due to restrictive new registration requirements, essential international NGOs may be forced to leave the OPTs imminently which would worsen the humanitarian situation still further. We call on the government of...

Embassy relocation to new premises
SLOVENIA, August 12 - From July 30, 2025 onwards, the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in New Delhi will operate at the new address: Block C-36, Anand Niketan, 110021 New Delhi, India. The renovation of the Embassy premises was co-financed by...

State Secretary Gabrič at an informal video conference of foreign affairs ministers
SLOVENIA, August 11 - State Secretary Melita Gabrič participated in an extraordinary informal meeting of EU foreign ministers, which took place via video link. The agenda of the meeting, which was convened by High Representative for Foreign...

EU funding for cultural projects
SLOVENIA, August 11 - The call for proposals will come in two strands; strand 1 will encompass projects and strand 2 will include a project office. Projects in cultural and creative sectors will be supported under strand 1. The activities under...

A New Heatwave is Approaching
SLOVENIA, August 11 - Heat in the Workplace – The Risks Are Real Working in high temperatures can cause heat stroke, exhaustion, dehydration, reduced concentration and other health problems. Particularly at risk are older workers, pregnant women,...

Joint Statement on Gaza
SLOVENIA, August 10 - We firmly reject any demographic or territorial changes in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. Actions in this regard constitute a flagrant violation of international law and international humanitarian law. The...

EU funding for supporting deinstitutionalisation
SLOVENIA, August 7 - As part of the call for proposals, co-financing will be provided for the work of multidisciplinary teams that will play a crucial role in supporting individuals transitioning from institutional care to community-based living....

UEFA Chief Defends Israel’s Participation in European Games
(MENAFN) UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin has acknowledged the contentious issue surrounding Israeli clubs and national teams participating in European competitions during the ongoing Gaza conflict, calling it “a legitimate question.” However, he...

Eleven development and humanitarian projects and two strategic partnerships selected
SLOVENIA, August 5 - Acting on the proposal of the Commission for the management of the public call for proposals for the implementation of development cooperation and humanitarian aid projects and for pilot strategic partnerships in the field of...