Event Archive for 2003
24 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to hold its regular weekly session.
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to hold its regular weekly session.
23 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana, Cankarjev dom, Gallus hall, 8 PM
Main ceremony on the occasion of Independence Day, 26 December.
The main ceremony to mark the occasion is to be held at the Cankarjev dom arts centre at 8 PM with Prime Minister Anton Rop as the keynote speaker.
Main ceremony on the occasion of Independence Day, 26 December.
The main ceremony to mark the occasion is to be held at the Cankarjev dom arts centre at 8 PM with Prime Minister Anton Rop as the keynote speaker.
22 Dec 2003 — Brussels
Meeting of EU environment ministers
Minister of the Environment, Spatial Planing and Energy Janez Kopac is to attend a meeting of EU environment ministers. The Slovenian delegation is to present at the session the activities of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative, which is currently presided by Slovenia.
Meeting of EU environment ministers
Minister of the Environment, Spatial Planing and Energy Janez Kopac is to attend a meeting of EU environment ministers. The Slovenian delegation is to present at the session the activities of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative, which is currently presided by Slovenia.
19 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Deputy Minister of the Chinese Development and Reform Commission, Zhu Zhixiang, is to pay an official visit accompanied by a delegation
Reforms, formation and implementation of strategies for macroeconomic development are to top the agenda at talks with Economics Minister Tea Petrin. A joint press statement is scheduled for 11:45 AM.
Deputy Minister of the Chinese Development and Reform Commission, Zhu Zhixiang, is to pay an official visit accompanied by a delegation
Reforms, formation and implementation of strategies for macroeconomic development are to top the agenda at talks with Economics Minister Tea Petrin. A joint press statement is scheduled for 11:45 AM.
18 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to discuss changes to the act on the Slovenian Chamber of Agriculture and Forestry and a draft decree on the 2004-2008 financing of institutions providing higher education.
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to discuss changes to the act on the Slovenian Chamber of Agriculture and Forestry and a draft decree on the 2004-2008 financing of institutions providing higher education.
18 Dec 2003 — Moscow
Russia and Slovenia Agree on the Payment of Clearing Debt
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to wrap up a two-day visit to Russia. He is also to attend bilateral talks on the payment of the clearing debt of the former Soviet Union to Slovenia.
Russia and Slovenia Agree on the Payment of Clearing Debt
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to wrap up a two-day visit to Russia. He is also to attend bilateral talks on the payment of the clearing debt of the former Soviet Union to Slovenia.
17 Dec 2003 — Paris
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to conclude a two-day visit to France
He is to discuss the next EU financial plan for 2007-2013, the economic growth and the common foreign and security policy with French officials, including European Affairs Minister Noelle Lenoir.
Visit of Dr Janez Potočnik, Minister of European Affairs, to France
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to conclude a two-day visit to France
He is to discuss the next EU financial plan for 2007-2013, the economic growth and the common foreign and security policy with French officials, including European Affairs Minister Noelle Lenoir.
Visit of Dr Janez Potočnik, Minister of European Affairs, to France
17 Dec 2003 — Brussels
EU council for agriculture and forestry
Agriculture Minister Franci But is to attend a session of the EU council for agriculture and forestry.
EU council for agriculture and forestry
Agriculture Minister Franci But is to attend a session of the EU council for agriculture and forestry.
17 Dec 2003 — Moscow
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to begin a two-day return visit to Russia
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to begin a two-day return visit to Russia, to discuss with his Russian counterpart Alexei Kudrov ways of increasing tradeAlso on Wednesday, Slovenia's high representative for succession issues Rudolf Gabrovec is to meet with Russian Deputy Finance Minister Sergey Kolotukhin as Slovenia and Russia launch two-day talks on the repayment of the Soviet clearing debt.
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to begin a two-day return visit to Russia
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to begin a two-day return visit to Russia, to discuss with his Russian counterpart Alexei Kudrov ways of increasing tradeAlso on Wednesday, Slovenia's high representative for succession issues Rudolf Gabrovec is to meet with Russian Deputy Finance Minister Sergey Kolotukhin as Slovenia and Russia launch two-day talks on the repayment of the Soviet clearing debt.
17 Dec 2003 at 10am — Ljubljana (Stegne 5, Viba studio)
First national conference "Let's Establish Cooperation"
At 10 AM a national conference on the cooperation between the government and NGos, entitled "Let's Establish Cooperation", is to take place in an attempt to improve the conditions of the cooperation.
More information about the conference
First national conference "Let's Establish Cooperation"
At 10 AM a national conference on the cooperation between the government and NGos, entitled "Let's Establish Cooperation", is to take place in an attempt to improve the conditions of the cooperation.
More information about the conference
16 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Government debating tax reform today
The government is to hold a session at 3.30 PM to discuss the tax reform. A press conference is scheduled for 6 PM.
Government debating tax reform today
The government is to hold a session at 3.30 PM to discuss the tax reform. A press conference is scheduled for 6 PM.
16 Dec 2003 — Paris
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to start a two-day visit to France
He is to discuss the next EU financial plan for 2007-2013, the economic growth and the common foreign and security policy with French officials.
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to start a two-day visit to France
He is to discuss the next EU financial plan for 2007-2013, the economic growth and the common foreign and security policy with French officials.
16 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Conference with partners from the European Social Fund
The Labour Ministry is to hold a conference with partners from the European Social Fund as part of preparations to draw money from the European structural funds. Starting at 8.30 AM, the conference is to be addressed by Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski and attended by Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac and EU ambassador to Slovenia Erwan Fouere.
Conference with partners from the European Social Fund
The Labour Ministry is to hold a conference with partners from the European Social Fund as part of preparations to draw money from the European structural funds. Starting at 8.30 AM, the conference is to be addressed by Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski and attended by Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac and EU ambassador to Slovenia Erwan Fouere.
15 Dec 2003 — Brussels
Session of the EU energy council
Slovenian Minister for the Environment, Spatial Planning and Energy Janez Kopac is due to take part in a session of the EU energy council.
Session of the EU energy council
Slovenian Minister for the Environment, Spatial Planning and Energy Janez Kopac is due to take part in a session of the EU energy council.
15 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Parliament begins last session this year, Prime Minister Anton is to answer questions of the oposition
The National Assembly is to convene for its last regular session this year.
Parliament begins last session this year, Prime Minister Anton is to answer questions of the oposition
The National Assembly is to convene for its last regular session this year.
11 Dec - 13 Dec 2003 — Brussels
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to attend EU summit
Prime Minister Anton Rop, the Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Finance Minister Dušan Mramor will take part in the Brussels summit on Friday and Sunday.
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to attend EU summit
Prime Minister Anton Rop, the Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Finance Minister Dušan Mramor will take part in the Brussels summit on Friday and Sunday.
11 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to convene for its regular weekly session. One of the main items on the agenda is the Single Programming Document for the period between 2004 and 2006, which was drafted by the Government Office for Structural Policy and Regional Development.
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to convene for its regular weekly session. One of the main items on the agenda is the Single Programming Document for the period between 2004 and 2006, which was drafted by the Government Office for Structural Policy and Regional Development.
11 Dec 2003 — Milan, Geneva
Slovenian Ministers abroad
-The ministerial part of the 9th conference of signatories of the UN Convention on Climate Change is to wrap up. Slovenia is represented by Minister of the Environment, Energy and Spatial Planning Janez Kopac. - Minister of the Information Society Pavel Gantar is to address the plenary session of the World Summit on the Information Society.
Slovenian Ministers abroad
-The ministerial part of the 9th conference of signatories of the UN Convention on Climate Change is to wrap up. Slovenia is represented by Minister of the Environment, Energy and Spatial Planning Janez Kopac. - Minister of the Information Society Pavel Gantar is to address the plenary session of the World Summit on the Information Society.
10 Dec 2003 — Brussels, Geneva, Milan
Slovenian Ministers abroad
- European Affairs Minister Janez Potocnik is to meet with Jaime Garcia Lombardero, who is in charge of Slovenia and Hungary at the European Commission Enlargement Directorate-General. - Information Society Minister Pavel Gantar is to attend the first part of the World Summit on the Information Society between 10 and 12 December. - Environment Minister Janez Kopac is to attend a two-day ministerial meeting taking place as part of the 9th conference of the countries signatories of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Slovenian Ministers abroad
- European Affairs Minister Janez Potocnik is to meet with Jaime Garcia Lombardero, who is in charge of Slovenia and Hungary at the European Commission Enlargement Directorate-General. - Information Society Minister Pavel Gantar is to attend the first part of the World Summit on the Information Society between 10 and 12 December. - Environment Minister Janez Kopac is to attend a two-day ministerial meeting taking place as part of the 9th conference of the countries signatories of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.
10 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Slovenian Forum on the Future of the EU
The Slovenian Forum on the Future of the EU is to hold its 11th session to discuss the progress of the EU intergovernmental conference. The session is to be attended by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and chair of the parliamentary commission for European affairs Alojz Peterle. At 2 PM.
Slovenian Forum on the Future of the EU
The Slovenian Forum on the Future of the EU is to hold its 11th session to discuss the progress of the EU intergovernmental conference. The session is to be attended by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and chair of the parliamentary commission for European affairs Alojz Peterle. At 2 PM.
9 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
PM Rop to Inform National Assembly about Progress of IGC
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to inform the parliament about the progress of the intergovernmental conference (IGC) on the EU constitution treaty at an extraordinary session on Tuesday.
PM Rop to Inform National Assembly about Progress of IGC
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to inform the parliament about the progress of the intergovernmental conference (IGC) on the EU constitution treaty at an extraordinary session on Tuesday.
9 Dec 2003 — Brussels
Ministers in Brussels
-Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to meet European Commissioner for Enlargement Guenter Verheugen at 8.30 AM. Also on his agenda will be a meeting with Daniel Jacob, who heads the personel and administration department at the European Commission, at 1 PM. -Foreign ministers of the EU and the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, are to discuss foreign affairs. - Economics Minister Tea Petrin is to attend a conference on the challenges to European competitiveness organised by the European Commission.
Ministers in Brussels
-Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to meet European Commissioner for Enlargement Guenter Verheugen at 8.30 AM. Also on his agenda will be a meeting with Daniel Jacob, who heads the personel and administration department at the European Commission, at 1 PM. -Foreign ministers of the EU and the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, are to discuss foreign affairs. - Economics Minister Tea Petrin is to attend a conference on the challenges to European competitiveness organised by the European Commission.
9 Dec 2003 — Rome
PM Rop to Discuss IGC with Berlusconi
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to meet with his Italian counterpart Silvio Berlusconi, who is currently presiding over the EU, in Rome on Tuesday evening. Topping the agenda of the meeting, which is taking place only days before the EU summit in Brussels, will be the progress of the intergovernmental conference on the EU reform.
PM Rop to Discuss IGC with Berlusconi
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to meet with his Italian counterpart Silvio Berlusconi, who is currently presiding over the EU, in Rome on Tuesday evening. Topping the agenda of the meeting, which is taking place only days before the EU summit in Brussels, will be the progress of the intergovernmental conference on the EU reform.
8 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
European language certificates ceremony
The Slovenian Centre for Mobility and European Educational and Training Programmes (CMEPIUS) is to present European language certificates at 11 AM. The ceremony is to see addresses by Education Minister Slavko Gaber and EU Ambassador to Slovenia Erwan Fouere.
European language certificates ceremony
The Slovenian Centre for Mobility and European Educational and Training Programmes (CMEPIUS) is to present European language certificates at 11 AM. The ceremony is to see addresses by Education Minister Slavko Gaber and EU Ambassador to Slovenia Erwan Fouere.
8 Dec 2003 — Brussels
Last round of intergovernmental talks on the constitutional treaty ahead of the EU summit in Brussels
EU foreign ministers and their counterparts from the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, are to meet for the last round of intergovernmental talks on the constitutional treaty ahead of the EU summit in Brussels. Europe Minister Janez Potocnik will join Rupel in debates on other decisions to be taken at the summit.
Last round of intergovernmental talks on the constitutional treaty ahead of the EU summit in Brussels
EU foreign ministers and their counterparts from the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, are to meet for the last round of intergovernmental talks on the constitutional treaty ahead of the EU summit in Brussels. Europe Minister Janez Potocnik will join Rupel in debates on other decisions to be taken at the summit.
8 Dec 2003 — Brussels
Health Minister Dusan Keber in Brussels
Health Minister Dusan Keber is to attend a final meeting of the process titled "High Level Reflection Process on Patient Mobility" and future health care development in the EU at the invitation of European Commissioner David Byrne.
Health Minister Dusan Keber in Brussels
Health Minister Dusan Keber is to attend a final meeting of the process titled "High Level Reflection Process on Patient Mobility" and future health care development in the EU at the invitation of European Commissioner David Byrne.
4 Dec 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
At its weekly session, the government is to discuss a bill on the employment of the disabled, changes to the social security act, and the 2004 national employment action plan.
Weekly cabinet session
At its weekly session, the government is to discuss a bill on the employment of the disabled, changes to the social security act, and the 2004 national employment action plan.
4 Dec - 5 Dec 2003 — Brussels
NATO Semi-annual Meeting of Foreign Ministers
Foreign ministers from NATO members states are to meet for a two-day semi-annual meeting, to be joined by their counterparts from the seven invitees, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel
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NATO Semi-annual Meeting of Foreign Ministers
Foreign ministers from NATO members states are to meet for a two-day semi-annual meeting, to be joined by their counterparts from the seven invitees, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel
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3 Dec - 6 Dec 2003 — China
PM Rop on First Official Visit to China
Prime Minister Anton Rop is on his first official visit to China. He is accompanied by a delegation of government and business officials, who will have a chance to meet and improve cooperation with their Chinese partners at business conferences in Beijing and Shanghai.
PM Rop on First Official Visit to China
Prime Minister Anton Rop is on his first official visit to China. He is accompanied by a delegation of government and business officials, who will have a chance to meet and improve cooperation with their Chinese partners at business conferences in Beijing and Shanghai.
2 Dec 2003 — Brussels
PM Rop to Meet Prodi Today
The final preparations for adopting the obligations of EU membership will be on the agenda as Prime Minister Anton Rop holds talks with European Commission President Romano Prodi in Brussels.
Prime Minister meets President of the European Commission
PM Rop to Meet Prodi Today
The final preparations for adopting the obligations of EU membership will be on the agenda as Prime Minister Anton Rop holds talks with European Commission President Romano Prodi in Brussels.
Prime Minister meets President of the European Commission
2 Dec - 3 Dec 2003 — Naples, Italy
EUROMED Meeting
Foreign ministers of the EU and the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, are to begin a two-day meeting with their counterparts from the Mediterranean countries.
EUROMED Meeting
Foreign ministers of the EU and the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, are to begin a two-day meeting with their counterparts from the Mediterranean countries.
1 Dec - 2 Dec 2003 — Brussels
Grizold Heads to Brussels for NATO Meeting
Defence Ministers from NATO and their counterparts from upcoming member states, including Slovenia's Anton Grizold, are to hold their regular half-yearly meeting in Brussels on Monday. The meeting will focus on the establishment of a new command structure and current campaigns, especially in Afghanistan and the Balkans.
Grizold Heads to Brussels for NATO Meeting
Defence Ministers from NATO and their counterparts from upcoming member states, including Slovenia's Anton Grizold, are to hold their regular half-yearly meeting in Brussels on Monday. The meeting will focus on the establishment of a new command structure and current campaigns, especially in Afghanistan and the Balkans.
1 Dec - 2 Dec 2003 — Maastricht
Slovenia to Assume Position in OSCE Troika
The 11th ministerial meeting of the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) that will take place in Maastricht on Monday and Tuesday is to be attended by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel. The conference will focus on strategy in combating threats to security and stability in the 21st century, foremost terrorism, while attention will also be paid to human trafficking. Slovenia is to assume a position in the OSCE's leading troika in the run up to its 2005 presidency of the organisation.
Slovenia to Assume Position in OSCE Troika
The 11th ministerial meeting of the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) that will take place in Maastricht on Monday and Tuesday is to be attended by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel. The conference will focus on strategy in combating threats to security and stability in the 21st century, foremost terrorism, while attention will also be paid to human trafficking. Slovenia is to assume a position in the OSCE's leading troika in the run up to its 2005 presidency of the organisation.
1 Dec 2003 — Brussels
EU council on employment, social policies, health and consumers
A two-day session of the EU council on employment, social policies, health and consumers will begin. Slovenian Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs Vlado Dimovski is to be in attendance on the first day. The second day of the session will be attended by Slovenian Health Minister Dusan Keber.
EU council on employment, social policies, health and consumers
A two-day session of the EU council on employment, social policies, health and consumers will begin. Slovenian Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs Vlado Dimovski is to be in attendance on the first day. The second day of the session will be attended by Slovenian Health Minister Dusan Keber.
28 Nov - 29 Nov 2003 — Naples
EU Presidency Seeks Compromises on Reform in Naples
The foreign ministers of the EU member states and the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, will try to make a breakthrough in the intergovernmental talks on the constitutional treaty at a two-day meeting.
EU Presidency Seeks Compromises on Reform in Naples
The foreign ministers of the EU member states and the acceding countries, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel, will try to make a breakthrough in the intergovernmental talks on the constitutional treaty at a two-day meeting.
28 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Director for Western Balkans at the Directorate General for External Relations of the European Commissionin Slovenia
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to hold talks with Reinhard Priebe, Director for Western Balkans at the Directorate General for External Relations of the European Commission. The guest is also to be received by Foreign Ministry State Secretary Samuel Zbogar and the chair of the parliamentary foreign policy committee Jelko Kacin.
Director for Western Balkans at the Directorate General for External Relations of the European Commissionin Slovenia
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to hold talks with Reinhard Priebe, Director for Western Balkans at the Directorate General for External Relations of the European Commission. The guest is also to be received by Foreign Ministry State Secretary Samuel Zbogar and the chair of the parliamentary foreign policy committee Jelko Kacin.
28 Nov 2003 — Brussels
Ministers in Brussels
Justice and interior ministers of the current and future EU members, as well as the Western Balkans, are to hold a meeting dedicated to the fight on organised crime and illegal migrations. Slovenian Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is due to attend. - Education ministers of the current and future EU members are to hold an informal meeting. Slovenia is to be represented by Minister of Education, Science and Sports Slavko Gaber
Ministers in Brussels
Justice and interior ministers of the current and future EU members, as well as the Western Balkans, are to hold a meeting dedicated to the fight on organised crime and illegal migrations. Slovenian Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is due to attend. - Education ministers of the current and future EU members are to hold an informal meeting. Slovenia is to be represented by Minister of Education, Science and Sports Slavko Gaber
27 Nov 2003 — Brussels
Ministers in Brussels
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak are to attend a two-day session of justice and interior ministers of the EU member states and the acceding countries. - A two-day session of ministers from the EU and the acceding countries in charge of competition, which is also attended by Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin, is to wrap up.
Ministers in Brussels
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak are to attend a two-day session of justice and interior ministers of the EU member states and the acceding countries. - A two-day session of ministers from the EU and the acceding countries in charge of competition, which is also attended by Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin, is to wrap up.
27 Nov 2003 — Venice
Agriculture Minister Franci But is to take part in the Euro-Mediterranean Conference on Agriculture in the Mediterranean
The conference will be attended by agriculture ministers from the countries signatories of the 1995 Barcelona Convention for the Protection of the Mediterranean Sea Against Pollution.
Agriculture Minister Franci But is to take part in the Euro-Mediterranean Conference on Agriculture in the Mediterranean
The conference will be attended by agriculture ministers from the countries signatories of the 1995 Barcelona Convention for the Protection of the Mediterranean Sea Against Pollution.
27 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
The cabinet is to convene for a regular weekly session at 10 AM. On the table will be the EU Accession Treaty ratification bill and an analysis of the European Commission final report on Slovenia's readiness to join the EU on 1 May 2004. A press conference will follow at 2 PM.
Weekly cabinet session
The cabinet is to convene for a regular weekly session at 10 AM. On the table will be the EU Accession Treaty ratification bill and an analysis of the European Commission final report on Slovenia's readiness to join the EU on 1 May 2004. A press conference will follow at 2 PM.
27 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Czech Minister of Defense Miroslav Kostelka in Slovenia
Czech Minister Miroslav Kostelka is to arrive for a two-day official visit to Slovenia. He is to meet his Slovenian counterpart Anton Grizold, President Janez Drnovsek, and sign an agreement on war graves. A press statement is scheduled at 1.30 PM.
Czech Minister of Defense Miroslav Kostelka in Slovenia
Czech Minister Miroslav Kostelka is to arrive for a two-day official visit to Slovenia. He is to meet his Slovenian counterpart Anton Grizold, President Janez Drnovsek, and sign an agreement on war graves. A press statement is scheduled at 1.30 PM.
26 Nov 2003 — Venice
The two-day ministerial conference on the sustainable development of fishing in the Mediterranean is to wrap up with a joint declaration
In his address at the conference, Slovenian Agriculture Minister Franci But is expected to back the declaration and give an initiative for a special meeting of all Adriatic countries under the patronage of the EU.
The two-day ministerial conference on the sustainable development of fishing in the Mediterranean is to wrap up with a joint declaration
In his address at the conference, Slovenian Agriculture Minister Franci But is expected to back the declaration and give an initiative for a special meeting of all Adriatic countries under the patronage of the EU.
26 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Prime Minister Rop is to hold a meeting with the members of the strategic economic council
The strategic economic council is to meet at 3 PM to discuss Slovenia's sustainable economic growth, and tax and fiscal policy.
Strategic Council for Economic Development and the Economy
Prime Minister Rop is to hold a meeting with the members of the strategic economic council
The strategic economic council is to meet at 3 PM to discuss Slovenia's sustainable economic growth, and tax and fiscal policy.
Strategic Council for Economic Development and the Economy
25 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
State Undersecretary at the Italian Foreign Ministry Roberto Antonione is to visit Slovenia
He is to be received by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel at 10:15 AM.
Slovenian Foreign Ministry receives State Undersecretary of the Italian Foreign Ministry
State Undersecretary at the Italian Foreign Ministry Roberto Antonione is to visit Slovenia
He is to be received by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel at 10:15 AM.
Slovenian Foreign Ministry receives State Undersecretary of the Italian Foreign Ministry
25 Nov 2003 — Brussels
Ministers in Brussels
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to join his counterpart from EU member states and acceding countries at a regular monthly meeting. Topping the agenda will be the financial provisions for infrastructure projects that have been placed on the EU's "quick start list" of transport priorities. - Education Minister Slavko Gaber is to attend a meeting of his counterparts from the EU member states and the acceding countries.
Ministers in Brussels
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to join his counterpart from EU member states and acceding countries at a regular monthly meeting. Topping the agenda will be the financial provisions for infrastructure projects that have been placed on the EU's "quick start list" of transport priorities. - Education Minister Slavko Gaber is to attend a meeting of his counterparts from the EU member states and the acceding countries.
24 Nov 2003 — Brussels
Ministers in Brussels
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to attend a meeting of the EU finance ministers, who are to carry out the final reading of the 2004 budget. - Slovenian Culture Minister Andreja Rihter is to join her counterparts from the EU and the acceding countries in discussions on the future cultural cooperation.
Ministers in Brussels
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to attend a meeting of the EU finance ministers, who are to carry out the final reading of the 2004 budget. - Slovenian Culture Minister Andreja Rihter is to join her counterparts from the EU and the acceding countries in discussions on the future cultural cooperation.
24 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
The parliament is to begin its regular November session
The parliament is to begin its regular November session at 2 PM with the usual questions' round for the Prime Minister Anton Rop and his cabinet. There are as many as 40 items on the session's agenda.
The parliament is to begin its regular November session
The parliament is to begin its regular November session at 2 PM with the usual questions' round for the Prime Minister Anton Rop and his cabinet. There are as many as 40 items on the session's agenda.
24 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
A Canadian government delegation headed by Assistant Deputy Minister for Europe Paul Dubois at the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade is to pay a visit to Slovenia as part of its tour of EU accession countries
Their agenda includes a meeting with Europe Minister Janez Potocnik and the signing of a memorandum of cooperation between the Slovenian Export Corporation and the Export Development Canada.
A Canadian government delegation headed by Assistant Deputy Minister for Europe Paul Dubois at the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade is to pay a visit to Slovenia as part of its tour of EU accession countries
Their agenda includes a meeting with Europe Minister Janez Potocnik and the signing of a memorandum of cooperation between the Slovenian Export Corporation and the Export Development Canada.
21 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Delegation of the Styrian provincial assembly in Slovenia
A delegation of the Styrian provincial assembly headed by its speaker Reinhold Purr is to pay a return official visit to Slovenia. A press statement will be given at 12.30 PM, after a meeting with Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac and parliament's agriculture committee.
Delegation of the Styrian provincial assembly in Slovenia
A delegation of the Styrian provincial assembly headed by its speaker Reinhold Purr is to pay a return official visit to Slovenia. A press statement will be given at 12.30 PM, after a meeting with Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac and parliament's agriculture committee.
20 Nov 2003 — Warsaw
Slovenian PM Rop Attends CEI Summit in Warsaw
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to attend a two-day summit of the Central European Initiative (CEI), beginning today in the Polish capital Warsaw.The participants are to meet with Polish President Aleksander Kwasniewski today, while Friday' plenary session, headed by Polish Prime Minister Leszek Miller, is to discuss the current situation in the region and estimate the initiative's role after the EU enlargement.
Prime Minister Rop at the summit of the Central European Initiative
Slovenian PM Rop Attends CEI Summit in Warsaw
Prime Minister Anton Rop is to attend a two-day summit of the Central European Initiative (CEI), beginning today in the Polish capital Warsaw.The participants are to meet with Polish President Aleksander Kwasniewski today, while Friday' plenary session, headed by Polish Prime Minister Leszek Miller, is to discuss the current situation in the region and estimate the initiative's role after the EU enlargement.
Prime Minister Rop at the summit of the Central European Initiative
20 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session. A press conference is scheduled for 2 PM
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session. A press conference is scheduled for 2 PM
19 Nov 2003 — Vienna
Invited by his Austrian counterpart, FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a charity event for Iraqi children
The aim is to raise funds for a children's rehabilitation centre in Iraq, a joint project of Austria, Slovenia and Jordan in the framework of the Human Security Network. Begins at 7 PM.
Charity event in aid of Iraqi children
Dr Rupel attended a charity event in aid of Iraqi children
Invited by his Austrian counterpart, FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a charity event for Iraqi children
The aim is to raise funds for a children's rehabilitation centre in Iraq, a joint project of Austria, Slovenia and Jordan in the framework of the Human Security Network. Begins at 7 PM.
Charity event in aid of Iraqi children
Dr Rupel attended a charity event in aid of Iraqi children
18 Nov 2003 — Brussels
EU foreign ministers and their counterparts from the acceding countries on the reform of the EU
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to join his counterparts from EU member states and the acceding countries at a new round of intergovernmental talks on the reform of the EU. EU foreign ministers and their counterparts from the acceding countries are to meet with U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell for informal talks.
Dr Rupel participates in a session of the Intergovernmental Conference and a working lunch of EU foreign ministers and US Secretary of State, Mr Powell
EU foreign ministers and their counterparts from the acceding countries on the reform of the EU
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to join his counterparts from EU member states and the acceding countries at a new round of intergovernmental talks on the reform of the EU. EU foreign ministers and their counterparts from the acceding countries are to meet with U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell for informal talks.
Dr Rupel participates in a session of the Intergovernmental Conference and a working lunch of EU foreign ministers and US Secretary of State, Mr Powell
18 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Danish Parliament Speaker Christian Mejdahl is finishing his visit in Slovenia
Danish Parliament Speaker Christian Mejdahl is to wind up a three-day visit by meeting President Janez Drnovsek and Prime Minister Anton Rop.
Talks between Prime Minister and the Speaker of the Danish Parliament
Danish Parliament Speaker Christian Mejdahl is finishing his visit in Slovenia
Danish Parliament Speaker Christian Mejdahl is to wind up a three-day visit by meeting President Janez Drnovsek and Prime Minister Anton Rop.
Talks between Prime Minister and the Speaker of the Danish Parliament
18 Nov 2003 — Bled
A regional two-day conference on stolen vehicles is to open at 2 PM, organised by the foreign and interior ministries and the SE Europe Stability Pact
Participants from Slovenia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Moldova, Romania and Serbia-Montenegro are to be addressed by the Pact's Special Coordinator Erhard Busek.
A regional two-day conference on stolen vehicles is to open at 2 PM, organised by the foreign and interior ministries and the SE Europe Stability Pact
Participants from Slovenia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Moldova, Romania and Serbia-Montenegro are to be addressed by the Pact's Special Coordinator Erhard Busek.
17 Nov 2003 — Brussels
Ministers in Brussels
- Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a meeting of EU foreign ministers.- Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend a meeting of EU defence ministers. - Agriculture Minister Franci But is to attend a meeting of EU agriculture ministers.
Dr Rupel to participate in the GAERC meeting
Dr Rupel to participate in the GAERC meeting
Ministers in Brussels
- Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a meeting of EU foreign ministers.- Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend a meeting of EU defence ministers. - Agriculture Minister Franci But is to attend a meeting of EU agriculture ministers.
Dr Rupel to participate in the GAERC meeting
Dr Rupel to participate in the GAERC meeting
17 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Chairman of NATO Military Committee, General Harald Kujat in Slovenia
Chairman of NATO Military Committee, General Harald Kujat is to pay a visit to Slovenia at the invitation of Slovenian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Ladislav Lipic.
Chairman of NATO Military Committee, General Harald Kujat in Slovenia
Chairman of NATO Military Committee, General Harald Kujat is to pay a visit to Slovenia at the invitation of Slovenian Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Ladislav Lipic.
17 Nov 2003 — London
Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs in London
Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs Vlado Dimovski is to pay a two-day visit to Great Britain.
Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs in London
Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs Vlado Dimovski is to pay a two-day visit to Great Britain.
14 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
European Commissioner Solbes in Slovenia
European Commissioner for Economic and Monetary Affairs Pedro Solbes is to pay a visit to Slovenia, with talks expected to focus on EMU enlargement and the introduction of the euro in Slovenia. Solbes will meet with Finance Minister Dusan Mramor, central bank governor Mitja Gaspari, PM Anton Rop, and GZS chair Jozko Cuk and managers. He will also hold a lecture at the Economics Faculty.
European Commissioner Solbes in Slovenia
European Commissioner for Economic and Monetary Affairs Pedro Solbes is to pay a visit to Slovenia, with talks expected to focus on EMU enlargement and the introduction of the euro in Slovenia. Solbes will meet with Finance Minister Dusan Mramor, central bank governor Mitja Gaspari, PM Anton Rop, and GZS chair Jozko Cuk and managers. He will also hold a lecture at the Economics Faculty.
13 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to hold its weekly session at which it will debate changes to the public sector wage act.
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to hold its weekly session at which it will debate changes to the public sector wage act.
13 Nov - 14 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Polish President Kwasniewski in Slovenia
Polish President Aleksander Kwasniewski is scheduled to launch a two-day official visit to Slovenia. He is due to meet his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor.
Polish President Kwasniewski in Slovenia
Polish President Aleksander Kwasniewski is scheduled to launch a two-day official visit to Slovenia. He is due to meet his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor.
7 Nov - 8 Nov 2003 — Vienna
Culture Minister Andreja Rihter in Austria
Culture Minister Andreja Rihter is to leave for a two-day visit to Austria, during which she is to donate to the Austrian national library in Vienna a bundle of Slovenian works of fiction on the occasion of the Days of Slovenian Literature.
Culture Minister Andreja Rihter in Austria
Culture Minister Andreja Rihter is to leave for a two-day visit to Austria, during which she is to donate to the Austrian national library in Vienna a bundle of Slovenian works of fiction on the occasion of the Days of Slovenian Literature.
7 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
General Gustav Haegglund, Chairman of the EU Military Committee in Slovenia
Chairman of the EU Military Committee, General Gustav Haegglund is to arrive for a five-day official visit at the invitation of the Chief-of-Staff of the Slovenian Armed Forces, Major General Ladislav Lipic. He is to be received by Defence Minister Anton Grizold at 10:10 AM and President Janez Drnovsek at noon.
General Gustav Haegglund, Chairman of the EU Military Committee in Slovenia
Chairman of the EU Military Committee, General Gustav Haegglund is to arrive for a five-day official visit at the invitation of the Chief-of-Staff of the Slovenian Armed Forces, Major General Ladislav Lipic. He is to be received by Defence Minister Anton Grizold at 10:10 AM and President Janez Drnovsek at noon.
7 Nov 2003 — Brdo pri Kranju
Summit of the Prime Ministers of CEFTA Countries
Government officials from the CEFTA signatory countries are to meet for a plenary session at 9:30 AM to assess the organisation's operation and its future. The summit will end with the signing of a joint declaration and a press conference at 3:30 PM
Summit of the Prime Ministers of CEFTA Countries
Summit of the Prime Ministers of CEFTA Countries
Government officials from the CEFTA signatory countries are to meet for a plenary session at 9:30 AM to assess the organisation's operation and its future. The summit will end with the signing of a joint declaration and a press conference at 3:30 PM
Summit of the Prime Ministers of CEFTA Countries
6 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
The Slovenian government is to hold its regular weekly session at which it will discussed changes to the penal code and a proposed resolution on the national energy program. A press conference is to follow the session at around 2:00 PM.
Weekly cabinet session
The Slovenian government is to hold its regular weekly session at which it will discussed changes to the penal code and a proposed resolution on the national energy program. A press conference is to follow the session at around 2:00 PM.
4 Nov 2003 — Ljubljana
Strategic council for economic development
The strategic council for economic development, led by PM Anton Rop, is to convene at 4 PM to debate Slovenia's entry into the EU's exchange rate mechanism ERM 2.
Strategic Council for Economic Development and the Economy on Joining ERM II
Strategic council for economic development
The strategic council for economic development, led by PM Anton Rop, is to convene at 4 PM to debate Slovenia's entry into the EU's exchange rate mechanism ERM 2.
Strategic Council for Economic Development and the Economy on Joining ERM II
3 Nov 2003 — Portorož
A two-day international conference on the employment of people with disabilities is to open at 10 AM
Sponsored by the British Embassy and the Slovenian Labour Ministry, the conference is to be addressed by British Ambassador to Slovenia Hugh Mortimer and Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski. A press conference is scheduled for 1:30 PM.
A two-day international conference on the employment of people with disabilities is to open at 10 AM
Sponsored by the British Embassy and the Slovenian Labour Ministry, the conference is to be addressed by British Ambassador to Slovenia Hugh Mortimer and Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski. A press conference is scheduled for 1:30 PM.
3 Nov 2003 — Zagreb
Croatia - Slovenian-Croatian defence consultations
Croatia - Slovenian-Croatian defence consultations are to take place, headed by Defence Ministry State Secretary Milan Jazbec on behalf of Slovenia and Deputy Defence Minister Zlatko Gareljic on behalf of Croatia.
Croatia - Slovenian-Croatian defence consultations
Croatia - Slovenian-Croatian defence consultations are to take place, headed by Defence Ministry State Secretary Milan Jazbec on behalf of Slovenia and Deputy Defence Minister Zlatko Gareljic on behalf of Croatia.
30 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
At its weekly session, the government is to discuss changes to the act on the implementation of the 2003 and 2004 budgets as well as a report on structural reforms.
Weekly cabinet session
At its weekly session, the government is to discuss changes to the act on the implementation of the 2003 and 2004 budgets as well as a report on structural reforms.
30 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik is to finish his two-day official visit
By meeting President Janez Drnovsek and Speaker of Parliament Borut Pahor, Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik is to finish his two-day official visit.
Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik is to finish his two-day official visit
By meeting President Janez Drnovsek and Speaker of Parliament Borut Pahor, Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik is to finish his two-day official visit.
29 Oct 2003 — Helsinki
Minister Zdenka Kovac continues her visit to Finland
Minister for Structural Policy and Regional Development Zdenka Kovac continues her four-day visit to Finland.
Minister Zdenka Kovac continues her visit to Finland
Minister for Structural Policy and Regional Development Zdenka Kovac continues her four-day visit to Finland.
29 Oct 2003 — Brdo pri Kranju
A ministerial conference on illegal migration and crime is to begin
Interior ministers from Slovenia, Bulgaria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Hungary, Macedonia, Romania, Italy and Serbia-Montenegro are to attend, togehter with the Albanian minister of public order and several top EU officials. At 1.30 PM, a joint statement is to be signed and a press conference given.
A ministerial conference on illegal migration and crime is to begin
Interior ministers from Slovenia, Bulgaria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Hungary, Macedonia, Romania, Italy and Serbia-Montenegro are to attend, togehter with the Albanian minister of public order and several top EU officials. At 1.30 PM, a joint statement is to be signed and a press conference given.
29 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Norwegian PM Starts Slovenia Visit
Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik is scheduled to arrive on a two-day official visit to Slovenia in the afternoon. He is to be received with full state honours by Prime Minister Anton Rop.
Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik visits Prime Minister Anton Rop
Norwegian PM Starts Slovenia Visit
Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik is scheduled to arrive on a two-day official visit to Slovenia in the afternoon. He is to be received with full state honours by Prime Minister Anton Rop.
Norwegian Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik visits Prime Minister Anton Rop
28 Oct 2003 — Brdo pri Kranju
Austrian and Italian interior ministers Ernst Strasser and Giuseppe Pisanu are to arrive in Slovenia ahead of Wednesday's launch of the third regional ministerial conference on illegal migrations and crime
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is to meet first with Strasser, with whom he will sign an agreement on police co-operation. Later all three ministers are to examine the possibility of implementing simplified border procedures after Slovenia joins the EU.
Austrian and Italian interior ministers Ernst Strasser and Giuseppe Pisanu are to arrive in Slovenia ahead of Wednesday's launch of the third regional ministerial conference on illegal migrations and crime
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is to meet first with Strasser, with whom he will sign an agreement on police co-operation. Later all three ministers are to examine the possibility of implementing simplified border procedures after Slovenia joins the EU.
28 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Irish Agriculture Minister in Slovenia
Irish Agriculture Minister Joe Walsh is to begin a two-day visit to Slovenia.
Irish Agriculture Minister in Slovenia
Irish Agriculture Minister Joe Walsh is to begin a two-day visit to Slovenia.
27 Oct - 28 Oct 2003 — Portorož
Adriatic-Ionian Initiative - round table in Portorož
Six working tables are to meet in the frame of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative that is currently being presided over by Slovenia.
Adriatic-Ionian round tables conclude
Adriatic-Ionian Initiative - round table in Portorož
Six working tables are to meet in the frame of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative that is currently being presided over by Slovenia.
Adriatic-Ionian round tables conclude
27 Oct 2003 — Brussels, Helsinki
FM Dr Dimitrij Rupel Attending EU Reform Talks, Minister for Structural Policy and Regional Development Zdenka Kovac visiting Finland
-A new round of inter-governmental negotiations on the future reform of the European Union is scheduled to take place. The talks will be held by foreign ministers of the current and future EU members, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel. - Minister for Structural Policy and Regional Development Zdenka Kovac is scheduled to kick off a four-day visit to Finland.
Dr Rupel participates in the Intergovernmental Conference
FM Dr Dimitrij Rupel Attending EU Reform Talks, Minister for Structural Policy and Regional Development Zdenka Kovac visiting Finland
-A new round of inter-governmental negotiations on the future reform of the European Union is scheduled to take place. The talks will be held by foreign ministers of the current and future EU members, including Slovenia's Dimitrij Rupel. - Minister for Structural Policy and Regional Development Zdenka Kovac is scheduled to kick off a four-day visit to Finland.
Dr Rupel participates in the Intergovernmental Conference
27 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Prime Minister in the Parliament
Parliament is to kick off (2:00 PM local time) the regular session for October with questions time. Prime Minister Anton Rop will be on hand to answer MP questions.
Prime Minister in the Parliament
Parliament is to kick off (2:00 PM local time) the regular session for October with questions time. Prime Minister Anton Rop will be on hand to answer MP questions.
24 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Armenian Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian in Slovenia
Armenian Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian is to meet with his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel, as well as with President Janez Drnovsek and PM Anton Rop as part of a two-day official visit. The two foreign ministers are to speak to the press around 11.30 AM
Dr Rupel receives the Armenian Foreign Minister
Armenian Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian in Slovenia
Armenian Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian is to meet with his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel, as well as with President Janez Drnovsek and PM Anton Rop as part of a two-day official visit. The two foreign ministers are to speak to the press around 11.30 AM
Dr Rupel receives the Armenian Foreign Minister
24 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
French Minister of Research and New Technologies Claudie Haignere in Ljubljana
Invited by Minister of Education, Science and Sport Slavko Gaber, French Minister of Research and New Technologies Claudie Haignere is to pay a visit. Statement to the press at 3 PM.
French Minister of Research and New Technologies Claudie Haignere in Ljubljana
Invited by Minister of Education, Science and Sport Slavko Gaber, French Minister of Research and New Technologies Claudie Haignere is to pay a visit. Statement to the press at 3 PM.
24 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Session of the Slovenian-Macedonian economic cooperation commission
A two-day session of the Slovenian-Macedonian economic cooperation commission is to finish, with Slovenian and Macedonian economics ministers, Tea Petrin and Ilija Filipovski, speaking to the press at 11 AM.
Session of the Slovenian-Macedonian economic cooperation commission
A two-day session of the Slovenian-Macedonian economic cooperation commission is to finish, with Slovenian and Macedonian economics ministers, Tea Petrin and Ilija Filipovski, speaking to the press at 11 AM.
23 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session starts at 10 AM.
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session starts at 10 AM.
23 Oct - 24 Oct 2003 — Graz
Defence Minister Anton Grizold in Austria
Defence Minister Anton Grizold will attend a two-day fifth meeting of defence ministers from countries of the Central European partnership for co-operation in supporting peace CENCOOP.
Defence Minister Anton Grizold in Austria
Defence Minister Anton Grizold will attend a two-day fifth meeting of defence ministers from countries of the Central European partnership for co-operation in supporting peace CENCOOP.
23 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin in Slovenia
French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin is to visit Slovenia at the invitation of FM Dimitrij Rupel. A joint press statement is scheduled for 4.45 PM.
Official visit to Slovenia by French Foreign Minister (Information and programme)
French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin in Slovenia
French Foreign Minister Dominique de Villepin is to visit Slovenia at the invitation of FM Dimitrij Rupel. A joint press statement is scheduled for 4.45 PM.
Official visit to Slovenia by French Foreign Minister (Information and programme)
23 Oct 2003 — Bled
Second day of the RBMP 2003
The second day of the 2003 Regional Business Meeting Point will focus on cross-border economic co-operation and forms of economic co-operation.
Second day of the RBMP 2003
The second day of the 2003 Regional Business Meeting Point will focus on cross-border economic co-operation and forms of economic co-operation.
22 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac is to meet Governor of the Austrian Province of Styria Waltraud Klasnic
Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac is to meet Governor of the Austrian Province of Styria Waltraud Klasnic at 11.15 AM to discuss EU programmes Interreg and Phare CBC.
Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac is to meet Governor of the Austrian Province of Styria Waltraud Klasnic
Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac is to meet Governor of the Austrian Province of Styria Waltraud Klasnic at 11.15 AM to discuss EU programmes Interreg and Phare CBC.
22 Oct 2003 — Bled
Regional Business Meeting Point Kicks Off at Bled
The eleventh Regional Business Meeting Point (RBMP) will open at the lake-side resort of Bled on Wednesday under the title "Regional Co-operation, Stability and New EU Borders". The event, to be opened by Slovenian and Czech presidents, Janez Drnovsek and Vaclav Klaus, is expected to see the most prominent guests so far, including many politicians and businessmen.
Speech by Dr Rupel at the Regional Business Point Session
Regional Business Meeting Point Kicks Off at Bled
The eleventh Regional Business Meeting Point (RBMP) will open at the lake-side resort of Bled on Wednesday under the title "Regional Co-operation, Stability and New EU Borders". The event, to be opened by Slovenian and Czech presidents, Janez Drnovsek and Vaclav Klaus, is expected to see the most prominent guests so far, including many politicians and businessmen.
Speech by Dr Rupel at the Regional Business Point Session
21 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Czech President Starts Official Visit
Czech President Vaclav Klaus is to start a two-day official visit to Slovenia on the invitation of President Janez Drnovsek. The two officials are to talk to the press at 12.35 PM.
Czech President Starts Official Visit
Czech President Vaclav Klaus is to start a two-day official visit to Slovenia on the invitation of President Janez Drnovsek. The two officials are to talk to the press at 12.35 PM.
21 Oct 2003 — Brussels
Slovenia's Progress Towards NATO Membership Examined in Brussels
NATO and Slovenia are to meet to review the country's progress towards NATO membership as part of a meeting of NATO's Senior Political Committee (Reinforced)
Slovenia's Progress Towards NATO Membership Examined in Brussels
NATO and Slovenia are to meet to review the country's progress towards NATO membership as part of a meeting of NATO's Senior Political Committee (Reinforced)
21 Oct - 22 Oct 2003 — Brussels
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to visit the European Commission
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to visit the European Commission to present Slovenian views on the EU's latest financial perspective in talks with head of the Directorate General for Regional Policy Graham Meadows and acting Director General of the Directorate General for Enlargement Fabrizio Barbaso.
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to visit the European Commission
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to visit the European Commission to present Slovenian views on the EU's latest financial perspective in talks with head of the Directorate General for Regional Policy Graham Meadows and acting Director General of the Directorate General for Enlargement Fabrizio Barbaso.
20 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
French Minister for Foreign Trade Francois Loos in Slovenia
On the invitation of Economics Minister Tea Petrin, French Minister for Foreign Trade Francois Loos is to arrive on a visit to Slovenia. The guest will also be received by Europe Minister Janez Potocnik.
French Minister for Foreign Trade Francois Loos in Slovenia
On the invitation of Economics Minister Tea Petrin, French Minister for Foreign Trade Francois Loos is to arrive on a visit to Slovenia. The guest will also be received by Europe Minister Janez Potocnik.
20 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Budget Bills on Extraordinary Parliament Agenda
The parliament is to convene for an extraordinary session on the government bill for the next two years' state budgets. Together with the budget memorandum for 2004 and 2005, the bills will be presented by Prime Minister Anton Rop.
Budget Bills on Extraordinary Parliament Agenda
The parliament is to convene for an extraordinary session on the government bill for the next two years' state budgets. Together with the budget memorandum for 2004 and 2005, the bills will be presented by Prime Minister Anton Rop.
17 Oct 2003 — Rome
Second day of the ministerial conference on regions in the EU
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is attending the closing and second day of the ministerial conference on regions in the EU.
Second day of the ministerial conference on regions in the EU
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is attending the closing and second day of the ministerial conference on regions in the EU.
16 Oct - 17 Oct 2003 — Brussels
Prime Minister Rop to Attend Brussels Summit
EU leaders and counterparts from acceding countries are meeting in Brussels to continue negotiations on the institutional reform of the EU. Slovenia will be represented by Prime Minister Anton Rop, who will be accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel. Before the summit, the PM is to attend a meeting of European liberal party leaders.
Prime Minister at the Intergovernmental Conference and at the European Council
Prime Minister Rop to Attend Brussels Summit
EU leaders and counterparts from acceding countries are meeting in Brussels to continue negotiations on the institutional reform of the EU. Slovenia will be represented by Prime Minister Anton Rop, who will be accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel. Before the summit, the PM is to attend a meeting of European liberal party leaders.
Prime Minister at the Intergovernmental Conference and at the European Council
16 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly government session
The cabinet will hold a regular weekly session.
Regular weekly government session
The cabinet will hold a regular weekly session.
15 Oct - 16 Oct 2003 — Maribor, Ljubljana
Swedish Culture Minister Marita Ulvskog is to arrive in Slovenia in the afternoon
First she will meet her host and counterpart Andreja Rihter and Maribor Mayor Boris Sovic. In the evening the two ministers will watch a play "This Merry Day of Maticek Gets Married" directed by Matjaz Latin. The play will initiate a renovated theatre hall of the Slovenian National Theatre Drama Maribor.
Swedish Culture Minister Marita Ulvskog is to arrive in Slovenia in the afternoon
First she will meet her host and counterpart Andreja Rihter and Maribor Mayor Boris Sovic. In the evening the two ministers will watch a play "This Merry Day of Maticek Gets Married" directed by Matjaz Latin. The play will initiate a renovated theatre hall of the Slovenian National Theatre Drama Maribor.
14 Oct 2003 — Kishinev
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik in Moldova
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to continue his three-day visit to Moldova.
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik in Moldova
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to continue his three-day visit to Moldova.
13 Oct 2003 — Brdo pri Kranju
Adriatic-Ionian Environment Ministers Debate Adriatic Action Plan
Environment Ministers of the Adriatic-Ionian partnership initiative are to review the implementation of the Adriatic Action Plan, touching on Croatia's declaration of an ecological and fishing zone in the Adriatic. Since Slovenia currently holds the presidency of the association, the meeting will be chaired by Environment Minister Janez Kopac.
Adriatic-Ionian Environment Ministers Debate Adriatic Action Plan
Environment Ministers of the Adriatic-Ionian partnership initiative are to review the implementation of the Adriatic Action Plan, touching on Croatia's declaration of an ecological and fishing zone in the Adriatic. Since Slovenia currently holds the presidency of the association, the meeting will be chaired by Environment Minister Janez Kopac.
13 Oct 2003 — Luxembourg
Foreign ministers of EU members and newcomers are to resume negotiations on the institutional reform of the EU
Foreign ministers of EU members and newcomers are to resume negotiations on the institutional reform of the EU in the framework of the inter-governmental conference.
Foreign ministers of EU members and newcomers are to resume negotiations on the institutional reform of the EU
Foreign ministers of EU members and newcomers are to resume negotiations on the institutional reform of the EU in the framework of the inter-governmental conference.
13 Oct 2003 — Luxembourg
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to take part in a regular monthly meeting of EU foreign ministers
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to take part in a regular monthly meeting of EU foreign ministers, which is expected to debate, among other issues, Croatia's declaration of an ecological and fishing zone in the Adriatic.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to take part in a regular monthly meeting of EU foreign ministers
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to take part in a regular monthly meeting of EU foreign ministers, which is expected to debate, among other issues, Croatia's declaration of an ecological and fishing zone in the Adriatic.
10 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Serbian Minister of Trade, Tourism and Services in Slovenia
Serbian Minister of Trade, Tourism and Services Slobodan Milosavljevic is to pay an official visit to Slovenia at the invitation of Economics Minister Tea Petrin. The two ministers are to give a statement to the press at 12:15 PM after their talks.
Serbian Minister of Trade, Tourism and Services in Slovenia
Serbian Minister of Trade, Tourism and Services Slobodan Milosavljevic is to pay an official visit to Slovenia at the invitation of Economics Minister Tea Petrin. The two ministers are to give a statement to the press at 12:15 PM after their talks.
10 Oct 2003 — Rome
Slovenian Environment Minister Janez Kopac in Rome
Slovenian Environment Minister Janez Kopac is to meet with Italian counterpart Altero Matteoli to discuss issues related to the protection of the Adriatic in the run up to the meeting of environment ministers of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative next week in Slovenia.
Slovenian Environment Minister Janez Kopac in Rome
Slovenian Environment Minister Janez Kopac is to meet with Italian counterpart Altero Matteoli to discuss issues related to the protection of the Adriatic in the run up to the meeting of environment ministers of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative next week in Slovenia.
9 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly government session
The government is to convene for a weekly session.
Regular weekly government session
The government is to convene for a weekly session.
9 Oct 2003 — Luxembourg
Minister Jakob Presecnik in Luxembourg
Slovenian Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik is to attend a meeting of transport, telecommunications and energy ministers from the EU and acceding countries.
Minister Jakob Presecnik in Luxembourg
Slovenian Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik is to attend a meeting of transport, telecommunications and energy ministers from the EU and acceding countries.
9 Oct 2003 — Astana
Dr Rupel is to wrap up a two-day official visit to Kazakhstan
He will meet with his Kazakhstani counterpart in Astana today.
Dr Rupel pays an official visit to Kazakhstan
Dr Rupel is to wrap up a two-day official visit to Kazakhstan
He will meet with his Kazakhstani counterpart in Astana today.
Dr Rupel pays an official visit to Kazakhstan
8 Oct 2003 — Astana, Colorado , Skopje
Ministers abroad
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is due to start a two-day official visit to Kazakhstan. - Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend the two-day informal meeting of defence ministers from NATO members and newcomers. - Agriculture Minister Franci But is to end a three-day official visit to Macedonia.
Ministers abroad
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is due to start a two-day official visit to Kazakhstan. - Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend the two-day informal meeting of defence ministers from NATO members and newcomers. - Agriculture Minister Franci But is to end a three-day official visit to Macedonia.
8 Oct 2003 — Stockholm
PM Rop Paying Visit to Sweden
Prime Minister Anton Rop is due to pay an official visit to Sweden at the invitation of his Swedish counterpart Goeran Persson. Topping Rop's agenda will be the EU, particularly the inter-governmental conference, further EU enlargement and the Union's relations with new neighbours.
Prime Minister Rop meets with Prime Minister Persson
PM Rop Paying Visit to Sweden
Prime Minister Anton Rop is due to pay an official visit to Sweden at the invitation of his Swedish counterpart Goeran Persson. Topping Rop's agenda will be the EU, particularly the inter-governmental conference, further EU enlargement and the Union's relations with new neighbours.
Prime Minister Rop meets with Prime Minister Persson
8 Oct 2003 — Frankfurt
Plecnik's Bridges Promise Memorable Slovenian Stand at Frankfurt Fair
The opening ceremony attended by Culture Minister Andreja Rihter and Ljubljana Mayor Danica Simsic will be held at Slovenia's national stand. The national stand will be entitled "Poet in a Square". It will display the historic Ljubljana square of Presernov trg, including the square's Three Bridges, constructed by the most renowned Slovenian architect Joze Plecnik (1872-1957).
Plecnik's Bridges Promise Memorable Slovenian Stand at Frankfurt Fair
The opening ceremony attended by Culture Minister Andreja Rihter and Ljubljana Mayor Danica Simsic will be held at Slovenia's national stand. The national stand will be entitled "Poet in a Square". It will display the historic Ljubljana square of Presernov trg, including the square's Three Bridges, constructed by the most renowned Slovenian architect Joze Plecnik (1872-1957).
7 Oct 2003 — Tashkent
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to wrap up a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to wrap up a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan and leave for an official visit to Kazakhstan.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to wrap up a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to wrap up a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan and leave for an official visit to Kazakhstan.
7 Oct 2003 — Bucarest
Slovenian Economics Minister and Business Delegation to Visit Romania
Economics Minister is to visit Romania at the invitation of her Romanian counterpart Dan Ioan Popescu. A business conference is scheduled on the occassion as well as the 5th session of the Slovenian-Romanian business co-operation commission.
Slovenian Economics Minister and Business Delegation to Visit Romania
Economics Minister is to visit Romania at the invitation of her Romanian counterpart Dan Ioan Popescu. A business conference is scheduled on the occassion as well as the 5th session of the Slovenian-Romanian business co-operation commission.
7 Oct 2003 — Luxembourg
Regular monthly meeting of EU finance ministers
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to attend a regular monthly meeting of EU finance ministers which is to examine the European Commission's scheme to boost economic growth in the EU.
Regular monthly meeting of EU finance ministers
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to attend a regular monthly meeting of EU finance ministers which is to examine the European Commission's scheme to boost economic growth in the EU.
6 Oct 2003 — Rome
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to hold talks with Italian FM Franco Frattini about Croatia's recent declaration of a protective fisheries and ecological zone
The meeting has been scheduled for 8:45 AM. In the afternoon he is to go on on a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan at the invitation of his counterpart Sodik Safayev.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to hold talks with Italian FM Franco Frattini about Croatia's recent declaration of a protective fisheries and ecological zone
The meeting has been scheduled for 8:45 AM. In the afternoon he is to go on on a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan at the invitation of his counterpart Sodik Safayev.
6 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Portuguese Parliament Speaker Joao Bosco Mota Amaral is to visit Slovenia at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Borut Pahor
Talks with President Janez Drnovsek and PM Anton Rop are also scheduled for noon.
Talks between Slovenia's Prime Minister and the President of the Portuguese Parliament
Portuguese Parliament Speaker Joao Bosco Mota Amaral is to visit Slovenia at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Borut Pahor
Talks with President Janez Drnovsek and PM Anton Rop are also scheduled for noon.
Talks between Slovenia's Prime Minister and the President of the Portuguese Parliament
6 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Extraordinary session of the Government
After the government finally adopted the amendment bill to the 2004 budget, and the 2005 budget bill on Thursday it is to convene for an extraordinary session on Monday to pass the budget implementation bill for the next two years.
Extraordinary session of the Government
After the government finally adopted the amendment bill to the 2004 budget, and the 2005 budget bill on Thursday it is to convene for an extraordinary session on Monday to pass the budget implementation bill for the next two years.
6 Oct 2003 — Tashkent
Foreign Minister on Visit to Uzbekistan
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to pay a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan on Monday at the invitation of his counterpart Sodik Safayev. On Wednesday, he is to go on on an official visit to Kazakhstan.
Foreign Minister on Visit to Uzbekistan
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to pay a two-day official visit to Uzbekistan on Monday at the invitation of his counterpart Sodik Safayev. On Wednesday, he is to go on on an official visit to Kazakhstan.
6 Oct - 8 Oct 2003 — Skopje
Agriculture Minister Franci But on a three-day official visit to Macedonia
He is scheduled to meet with his Macedonian counterpart Slavko Petrov, Economics Minister Ilija Filipovski and representatives of Slovenian companies in Macedonia.
Agriculture Minister Franci But on a three-day official visit to Macedonia
He is scheduled to meet with his Macedonian counterpart Slavko Petrov, Economics Minister Ilija Filipovski and representatives of Slovenian companies in Macedonia.
3 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
European Commission Secretary General David O'Sullivan is to pay an official visit
He will discuss the administrative and institutional reform of the EU, which will be on the agenda of the IGC to begin in Rome on Saturday, plus employment in EU institutions with several Slovenian officials.
European Commission Secretary General David O'Sullivan is to pay an official visit
He will discuss the administrative and institutional reform of the EU, which will be on the agenda of the IGC to begin in Rome on Saturday, plus employment in EU institutions with several Slovenian officials.
3 Oct 2003 — Rome
Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend an informal meeting of EU defence ministers
European security and defence policy is to top the agenda.
Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend an informal meeting of EU defence ministers
European security and defence policy is to top the agenda.
2 Oct 2003 — Brussels
The interior and justice ministers in Brussels
The interior and justice ministers, Rado Bohinc and Ivan Bizjak, are to take part in a two-day monthly meeting of their counterparts from the EU and acceding countries.
The interior and justice ministers in Brussels
The interior and justice ministers, Rado Bohinc and Ivan Bizjak, are to take part in a two-day monthly meeting of their counterparts from the EU and acceding countries.
2 Oct - 4 Oct 2003 — Bled
The Slovenian Slavic Congress starts today
The Slovenian Slavic Congress is to begin, focussing on the prospects of Slovenian language studies as the country joins the EU.
The Slovenian Slavic Congress starts today
The Slovenian Slavic Congress is to begin, focussing on the prospects of Slovenian language studies as the country joins the EU.
2 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
Government is to convene for its weekly session; a bill to implement the state budgets for 2004 and 2005 is to be discussed.
Weekly cabinet session
Government is to convene for its weekly session; a bill to implement the state budgets for 2004 and 2005 is to be discussed.
1 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to meet with managers of Slovenia's leading exporters
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to meet with managers of Slovenia's leading exporters to discuss priorities of Slovenian business diplomacy after the country joins the EU.
Dr Rupel meets representatives of Slovenia’s leading exporters
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to meet with managers of Slovenia's leading exporters
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to meet with managers of Slovenia's leading exporters to discuss priorities of Slovenian business diplomacy after the country joins the EU.
Dr Rupel meets representatives of Slovenia’s leading exporters
1 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana
Prime Minister in the Parliament
The National Assembly is to resume its September session, with Prime Minister Anton Rop answering lawmakers' questions at 10 AM.
Prime Minister in the Parliament
The National Assembly is to resume its September session, with Prime Minister Anton Rop answering lawmakers' questions at 10 AM.
1 Oct - 2 Oct 2003 — Vilnius
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to begin a two-day working visit to Lithuania
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to begin a two-day working visit to Lithuania. EU-related topics are to be discussed with several parliamentary and government officials.
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to begin a two-day working visit to Lithuania
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to begin a two-day working visit to Lithuania. EU-related topics are to be discussed with several parliamentary and government officials.
30 Sep 2003 — Moscow
Prime Minister Anton Rop will conclude his two-day working visit to Russia
He is meeting Russian PM Mikhail Kasyanov at 1 PM, chair of the Chamber of Trade and Industry Yevgeni Primakov at 10:30 AM and governor of the Moscow region Boris Gromov at 11 AM. Before returning home, he is to launch a new pharmaceuticals plant Krka-Rus.
Rop on two-day working visit to Russian Federation
Prime Minister Anton Rop will conclude his two-day working visit to Russia
He is meeting Russian PM Mikhail Kasyanov at 1 PM, chair of the Chamber of Trade and Industry Yevgeni Primakov at 10:30 AM and governor of the Moscow region Boris Gromov at 11 AM. Before returning home, he is to launch a new pharmaceuticals plant Krka-Rus.
Rop on two-day working visit to Russian Federation
26 Sep 2003 — Portorož
Slovenia Hosts Meeting of CEFTA Agriculture Ministers
As Slovenia is currently presiding over the Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA), the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food will host a meeting of agriculture ministers from CEFTA members today. According to the Agriculture Ministry, the ministers will focus on the situation, national strategies and further development policy in agriculture in the CEFTA countries, as well as exchange information on how the CEFTA countries have been joining the EU.
Slovenia Hosts Meeting of CEFTA Agriculture Ministers
As Slovenia is currently presiding over the Central European Free Trade Agreement (CEFTA), the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Food will host a meeting of agriculture ministers from CEFTA members today. According to the Agriculture Ministry, the ministers will focus on the situation, national strategies and further development policy in agriculture in the CEFTA countries, as well as exchange information on how the CEFTA countries have been joining the EU.
26 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana, Slovenia
European Day of Languages
Various language related events will mark the European Day of Languages in Slovenia. The main event will be held this evening in the Španski borci cultural centre in Ljubljana, and attended also by the Slovene Minister of Education, Science and Sport, Mr Slavko Gaber.
Detailed paper about the Slovene language
European Day of Languages
Various language related events will mark the European Day of Languages in Slovenia. The main event will be held this evening in the Španski borci cultural centre in Ljubljana, and attended also by the Slovene Minister of Education, Science and Sport, Mr Slavko Gaber.
Detailed paper about the Slovene language
26 Sep 2003 — New York
Dr Drnovšek the first speaker at today's part of the general debate
President Janez Drnovsek will speak at the UN General Assembly at 10 AM local time in New York. Later he is to meet with Secretary General Kofi Annan. Meanwhile FM Dimitrij Rupel will attend a meeting of EU foreign ministers with U.S. Secretary of State Collin Powell. He will also meet FMs of Marocco and Azerbaidzhan.
The UN played a central role in building an international coalition against terrorism (Speech)
Dr Rupel attends series of bilateral meetings in New York
Dr Drnovšek the first speaker at today's part of the general debate
President Janez Drnovsek will speak at the UN General Assembly at 10 AM local time in New York. Later he is to meet with Secretary General Kofi Annan. Meanwhile FM Dimitrij Rupel will attend a meeting of EU foreign ministers with U.S. Secretary of State Collin Powell. He will also meet FMs of Marocco and Azerbaidzhan.
The UN played a central role in building an international coalition against terrorism (Speech)
Dr Rupel attends series of bilateral meetings in New York
26 Sep - 3 Oct 2003 — Ljubljana, several other locations all around Slovenia
2003 ISCM World Music Days Kick Off
The official programme of the 2003 World Music Days of the International Society for Contemporary Music (ISCM) is to start on Friday, with its focus in Ljubljana and accompanying events in several other venues throughout the country. Organised by the Slovenian ISCM Section and the arts and congress centre Cankarjev dom, the festival is to wrap up on 3 October.
ISCM World Music Days - Slovenia 2003 (website)
2003 World Music Days in Slovenia to Mark 80 Years of ISCM
Interview with Pavel Mihelčič, the chief initiator and the artistic director of 2003 World Music Days in Slovenia
2003 ISCM World Music Days Kick Off
The official programme of the 2003 World Music Days of the International Society for Contemporary Music (ISCM) is to start on Friday, with its focus in Ljubljana and accompanying events in several other venues throughout the country. Organised by the Slovenian ISCM Section and the arts and congress centre Cankarjev dom, the festival is to wrap up on 3 October.
ISCM World Music Days - Slovenia 2003 (website)
2003 World Music Days in Slovenia to Mark 80 Years of ISCM
Interview with Pavel Mihelčič, the chief initiator and the artistic director of 2003 World Music Days in Slovenia
25 Sep 2003 — New York
As part of the 58th session of the UN General Assembly, FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a working breakfast of foreign ministers of the Human Security Network
The minister is also expected to hold a series of bilateral meetings, and attend a meeting of foreign ministers from the Francophonie countries.
Dr Rupel attends series of bilateral meetings in New York
As part of the 58th session of the UN General Assembly, FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a working breakfast of foreign ministers of the Human Security Network
The minister is also expected to hold a series of bilateral meetings, and attend a meeting of foreign ministers from the Francophonie countries.
Dr Rupel attends series of bilateral meetings in New York
25 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly government session
Weekly government session starts at 10 AM.
Government session press release
Regular weekly government session
Weekly government session starts at 10 AM.
Government session press release
24 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Prime Minister in the Parliament
Prime Minister Anton Rop is scheduled to address the National Council.
Prime Minister in the Parliament
Prime Minister Anton Rop is scheduled to address the National Council.
23 Sep - 29 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Educational seminar for expatriate journalists
14 journalists from USA, Canada, Argentina, Australia, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia and Montenegro will participate at this year’s seminar which will take place in Ljubljana, from 23 to 29 September.
Information and the programme (Ministry for Foreign Affairs)
Educational seminar for expatriate journalists
14 journalists from USA, Canada, Argentina, Australia, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia and Montenegro will participate at this year’s seminar which will take place in Ljubljana, from 23 to 29 September.
Information and the programme (Ministry for Foreign Affairs)
23 Sep - 26 Sep 2003 — New York
Slovenian President Janez Drnovsek and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel to Attend UN General Assembly
Slovenian President Janez Drnovsek and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel will be among 57 presidents, 27 prime ministers, and over a hundred foreign ministers to attend the 58th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Dr Rupel participates in the United Nation’s 58th General Assembly high-level session on HIV/AIDS
President Drnovšek attends 58th session of UN General Assembly
Dr Rupel participates in the meeting of "like-minded" countries and the meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Ivanov during the 58th UN General Assembly session
Slovenian President Janez Drnovsek and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel to Attend UN General Assembly
Slovenian President Janez Drnovsek and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel will be among 57 presidents, 27 prime ministers, and over a hundred foreign ministers to attend the 58th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Dr Rupel participates in the United Nation’s 58th General Assembly high-level session on HIV/AIDS
President Drnovšek attends 58th session of UN General Assembly
Dr Rupel participates in the meeting of "like-minded" countries and the meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Ivanov during the 58th UN General Assembly session
23 Sep 2003 — Koper
International conference "Slovenia after 2004 - Bridge between EU and SE Europe"
An international conference "Slovenia after 2004 - Bridge between EU and SE Europe" will start at 9 AM on the Slovenian coast. Among the speakers will be Europe Minister Janez Potocnik.
International conference "Slovenia after 2004 - Bridge between EU and SE Europe"
An international conference "Slovenia after 2004 - Bridge between EU and SE Europe" will start at 9 AM on the Slovenian coast. Among the speakers will be Europe Minister Janez Potocnik.
23 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Gov't Convenes for Budget Session
The government is meeting for a budget session this morning to decide on the 2004 supplementary budget bill and the 2005 budget bill before it sends both documents to parliamentary procedure.
Gov't Convenes for Budget Session
The government is meeting for a budget session this morning to decide on the 2004 supplementary budget bill and the 2005 budget bill before it sends both documents to parliamentary procedure.
22 Sep - 24 Sep 2003 — Brussels
The EEZ Question Expected on the Agenda of Brussels Talks
Slovenian officials are to attend a three-day preparatory meeting ahead of a ministerial on sustainable development and fisheries in the Mediterranean. The meeting is also to touch on Croatia's plan to establish an EEZ in the Adriatic.
Conclusion of the preparatory meeting for the Ministerial Confernece on the Sustainable Development of Fisheries in the Mediterranean
The EEZ Question Expected on the Agenda of Brussels Talks
Slovenian officials are to attend a three-day preparatory meeting ahead of a ministerial on sustainable development and fisheries in the Mediterranean. The meeting is also to touch on Croatia's plan to establish an EEZ in the Adriatic.
Conclusion of the preparatory meeting for the Ministerial Confernece on the Sustainable Development of Fisheries in the Mediterranean
22 Sep 2003 — New York
Slovenian Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel in New York
Slovenian FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a special session of the UN General Assembly on HIV/AIDS.
Dr Rupel participates in the United Nation’s 58th General Assembly high-level session on HIV/AIDS
Slovenian Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel in New York
Slovenian FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a special session of the UN General Assembly on HIV/AIDS.
Dr Rupel participates in the United Nation’s 58th General Assembly high-level session on HIV/AIDS
19 Sep 2003 — Helsinki
Prime Minister Rop to Visit Finland
Prime Minister Anton Rop is scheduled to pay a visit to Finland to meet with his host and counterpart Matti Vanhanen, President Tarja Halonen and Parliament Speaker Paavo Lipponen. An agreement on avoiding double taxation of property income is also to be signed on the sidelines of the working visit.
Prime Minister Rop meets with the Prime Minister of Finland, Mr Matti Vanhanen
Prime Minister Rop to Visit Finland
Prime Minister Anton Rop is scheduled to pay a visit to Finland to meet with his host and counterpart Matti Vanhanen, President Tarja Halonen and Parliament Speaker Paavo Lipponen. An agreement on avoiding double taxation of property income is also to be signed on the sidelines of the working visit.
Prime Minister Rop meets with the Prime Minister of Finland, Mr Matti Vanhanen
18 Sep 2003 — Gornja Radgona
First Military Fair Starts Today
A first Slovenian fair on defence is to be opened by Defence Minister Anton Grizold at 10 AM. The professionalization of the Slovenian Armed Forces and the recent abolishment of mandatory military service will be among the central topics of the four-day show. The fair is to take place between Thursday and Sunday.
First Military Fair Starts Today
A first Slovenian fair on defence is to be opened by Defence Minister Anton Grizold at 10 AM. The professionalization of the Slovenian Armed Forces and the recent abolishment of mandatory military service will be among the central topics of the four-day show. The fair is to take place between Thursday and Sunday.
18 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session starts at 10 a.m.
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session starts at 10 a.m.
17 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
New Zealand PM Phil Goff is to pay an official visit
Responding to an invitation of Slovenian FM Dimitrij Rupel, New Zealand PM Phil Goff is to pay an official visit. A press conference is scheduled for 12.30 PM.
Prime Minister in talks with New Zealand's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade
New Zealand PM Phil Goff is to pay an official visit
Responding to an invitation of Slovenian FM Dimitrij Rupel, New Zealand PM Phil Goff is to pay an official visit. A press conference is scheduled for 12.30 PM.
Prime Minister in talks with New Zealand's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade
16 Sep 2003 — Šmarješke toplice
Slovenia and Croatia to Hold First Meeting on EEZ
Representatives of the Slovenian and Croatian foreign ministries are due to meet to discuss Croatia's intention to establish an exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the Adriatic.
Slovenia and Croatia to Hold First Meeting on EEZ
Representatives of the Slovenian and Croatian foreign ministries are due to meet to discuss Croatia's intention to establish an exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the Adriatic.
16 Sep - 17 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
European Conference of Ministers responsible for Regional Planning (CEMAT) in Ljubljana
The 13th European Conference of Ministers responsible for Regional Planning (CEMAT) is to be launched.
European Conference of Ministers responsible for Regional Planning (CEMAT) in Ljubljana
The 13th European Conference of Ministers responsible for Regional Planning (CEMAT) is to be launched.
16 Sep - 18 Sep 2003 — Tel Aviv
Agriculture Minister Franci But in Israel
Agriculture Minister Franci But is currently on an official visit to Israel upon invitation of his Israeli counterpart Israel Katz.
Agriculture Minister Franci But in Israel
Agriculture Minister Franci But is currently on an official visit to Israel upon invitation of his Israeli counterpart Israel Katz.
15 Sep - 16 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
A two-day consultation of Slovenian diplomats in EU countries on the subject of Slovenia's impending EU membership and its consequences for their work
The diplomats are to be addressed by President Janez Drnovsek and meet with PM Anton Rop and FM Dimitrij Rupel.
Consultations on Slovenia's diplomatic activities in the light of EU membership
Address by the President of the Republic, Dr Janez Drnovšek
A two-day consultation of Slovenian diplomats in EU countries on the subject of Slovenia's impending EU membership and its consequences for their work
The diplomats are to be addressed by President Janez Drnovsek and meet with PM Anton Rop and FM Dimitrij Rupel.
Consultations on Slovenia's diplomatic activities in the light of EU membership
Address by the President of the Republic, Dr Janez Drnovšek
12 Sep 2003 — Rome
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak in Rome
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak are to take part, as observers, in a two-day informal meeting of interior and justice ministers from EU members and acceding countries.
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak in Rome
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak are to take part, as observers, in a two-day informal meeting of interior and justice ministers from EU members and acceding countries.
12 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov is due to arrive in Slovenia today at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel
Minister Ivanov is also scheduled to hold meetings with President Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor. As part of the visit, Rupel and Ivanov are to sign an agreement on co-operation between the two foreign ministries. The pair is also scheduled to stage a joint press conference at 4.30 PM.
Dr Rupel receives the Russian Foreign Minister
Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov is due to arrive in Slovenia today at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel
Minister Ivanov is also scheduled to hold meetings with President Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor. As part of the visit, Rupel and Ivanov are to sign an agreement on co-operation between the two foreign ministries. The pair is also scheduled to stage a joint press conference at 4.30 PM.
Dr Rupel receives the Russian Foreign Minister
12 Sep - 13 Sep 2003 — Stresa
Two-day informal meeting of EU finance ministers
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to take part in a two-day informal meeting of EU finance ministers. Acceding countries have the status of observers.
Two-day informal meeting of EU finance ministers
Finance Minister Dusan Mramor is to take part in a two-day informal meeting of EU finance ministers. Acceding countries have the status of observers.
11 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session.
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session.
10 Sep - 12 Sep 2003 — Warsaw
Defence Minister Anton Grizold on a three-day official visit to Poland
Minister of Defence Anton Grizold is to begin a three-day official visit to Poland in order to strengthen co-operation. Minister Anton Grizold is to hold talks with his Polish counterpart Jerzy Szmajdzinski, President Aleksander Kwasniewski and Prime Minister Leszek Miller on the second day of his official visit to Poland.
Defence Minister Anton Grizold on a three-day official visit to Poland
Minister of Defence Anton Grizold is to begin a three-day official visit to Poland in order to strengthen co-operation. Minister Anton Grizold is to hold talks with his Polish counterpart Jerzy Szmajdzinski, President Aleksander Kwasniewski and Prime Minister Leszek Miller on the second day of his official visit to Poland.
9 Sep 2003 — Prague
Interior Minister Dr Rado Bohinc Visits Prague
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is to travel to the Czech Republic to meet with his host and counterpart Stanislav Gross.The two officials are expected to discuss measures aimed at a more efficient prevention of illegal migration and sign an inter-ministerial protocol on the implementation of the agreement on the return of persons.
Interior Minister Dr Rado Bohinc Visits Prague
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is to travel to the Czech Republic to meet with his host and counterpart Stanislav Gross.The two officials are expected to discuss measures aimed at a more efficient prevention of illegal migration and sign an inter-ministerial protocol on the implementation of the agreement on the return of persons.
9 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Final Decision on Mandatory Military Service Expected Today
Prime Minister Anton Rop and Defence Minister Anton Grizold are to give a joint press statement at 11.55 AM concerning the early end of the mandatory military service system.
Final Decision on Mandatory Military Service Expected Today
Prime Minister Anton Rop and Defence Minister Anton Grizold are to give a joint press statement at 11.55 AM concerning the early end of the mandatory military service system.
8 Sep - 9 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
European Education Commissioner Expected in Slovenia Today
European Commissioner for Education and Culture is to start a two-day visit to Slovenia. She is expected to meet with PM Anton Rop, FM Dimitrij Rupel, Education Minister Slavko Gaber and Culture Minister Andreja Rihter. She is to meet also with senior education officials, look at the implementation of minority rights in schools and visit bilingual schools on the Slovenian coast.
Knowledge and Culture – important priorities
Dr Rupel receives the Commissioner responsible for education and culture
European Education Commissioner Expected in Slovenia Today
European Commissioner for Education and Culture is to start a two-day visit to Slovenia. She is expected to meet with PM Anton Rop, FM Dimitrij Rupel, Education Minister Slavko Gaber and Culture Minister Andreja Rihter. She is to meet also with senior education officials, look at the implementation of minority rights in schools and visit bilingual schools on the Slovenian coast.
Knowledge and Culture – important priorities
Dr Rupel receives the Commissioner responsible for education and culture
8 Sep - 9 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Bosnia-Herzegovina Presidency Begins Visit to Slovenia
The three-member presidency of Bosnia-Herzegovina is to start an official two-day visit to Slovenia. The Croatian member and the presidency chair Dragan Covic, Bosnian member Sulejman Tihic and Republic of Srpska member Borislav Paravac are scheduled to meet with President Janez Drnovsek and Prime Minister Anton Rop. On Tuesday, a business conference will be held at the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce, which is to be attended by over 25 companies from Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Bosnia-Herzegovina Presidency Begins Visit to Slovenia
The three-member presidency of Bosnia-Herzegovina is to start an official two-day visit to Slovenia. The Croatian member and the presidency chair Dragan Covic, Bosnian member Sulejman Tihic and Republic of Srpska member Borislav Paravac are scheduled to meet with President Janez Drnovsek and Prime Minister Anton Rop. On Tuesday, a business conference will be held at the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce, which is to be attended by over 25 companies from Bosnia-Herzegovina.
8 Sep - 9 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
The three-member Bosnia-Herzegovina presidency in Slovenia (today's programme)
The three-member Bosnia-Herzegovina presidency will wrap up their two-day visit with meetings with Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor and a Bosnian-Slovenian business conference.
The three-member Bosnia-Herzegovina presidency in Slovenia (today's programme)
The three-member Bosnia-Herzegovina presidency will wrap up their two-day visit with meetings with Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor and a Bosnian-Slovenian business conference.
8 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Dennis Hastert is to conclude his two-day visit to Slovenia
Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Dennis Hastert is to conclude his two-day visit to Slovenia with meetings with PM Anton Rop, FM Dimitrij Rupel and President Janez Drnovsek.
The Prime Minister Meets with Mr J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives of the US Congress
Dr Rupel receives the Speaker of the United States House of the Representatives
Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Dennis Hastert is to conclude his two-day visit to Slovenia
Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Dennis Hastert is to conclude his two-day visit to Slovenia with meetings with PM Anton Rop, FM Dimitrij Rupel and President Janez Drnovsek.
The Prime Minister Meets with Mr J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker of the House of Representatives of the US Congress
Dr Rupel receives the Speaker of the United States House of the Representatives
5 Sep - 6 Sep 2003 — Riva del Garda, Italy
Traditional half-yearly informal session of EU foreign ministers
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to participate in a two-day traditional half-yearly informal session of EU foreign ministers, where accession countries hold the status of observers. The meeting is to focus on the October intergovernmental conference.
Informal meeting of foreign ministers of EU member states and acceding countries
Traditional half-yearly informal session of EU foreign ministers
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to participate in a two-day traditional half-yearly informal session of EU foreign ministers, where accession countries hold the status of observers. The meeting is to focus on the October intergovernmental conference.
Informal meeting of foreign ministers of EU member states and acceding countries
2 Sep - 3 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Head of Austrian province of Salzburg Franz Schausberger in Ljubljana
Head of Austrian province of Salzburg Franz Schausberger is to visit Slovenia upon invitation of FM Dimitrij Rupel.
Head of Austrian province of Salzburg Franz Schausberger in Ljubljana
Head of Austrian province of Salzburg Franz Schausberger is to visit Slovenia upon invitation of FM Dimitrij Rupel.
2 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Head of Friuli-Venezia Giulia Gov't Arrives in Slovenia
Upon invitation by FM Dimitrij Rupel, president of the regional government of Italy's Friuli-Venezia Giulia Riccardo Illy is to pay a visit. Aside from meeting with the foreign minister, Illy is expected to hold talks President Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik.
Prime Minister receives the President of the Autonomous Region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Mr Riccardo Illy
Head of Friuli-Venezia Giulia Gov't Arrives in Slovenia
Upon invitation by FM Dimitrij Rupel, president of the regional government of Italy's Friuli-Venezia Giulia Riccardo Illy is to pay a visit. Aside from meeting with the foreign minister, Illy is expected to hold talks President Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik.
Prime Minister receives the President of the Autonomous Region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Mr Riccardo Illy
2 Sep - 4 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Icelandic Parliament Speaker Halldor Blondal Starts Slovenia Visit
He is expected to hold talks with his host and counterpart, Borut Pahor, as well as President Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
Prime Minister meets the President of the Icelandic Parliament
Icelandic Parliament Speaker Halldor Blondal Starts Slovenia Visit
He is expected to hold talks with his host and counterpart, Borut Pahor, as well as President Janez Drnovsek, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
Prime Minister meets the President of the Icelandic Parliament
1 Sep 2003 — Ljubljana
Spanish Foreign Minister Ana Palacio is paying an official visit to Slovenia
She is scheduled to meet FM Dimitrij Rupel, President Janez Drnovsek and PM Anton Rop. Palacio and Rupel are to hold a 5.10 PM press conference.
Spanish Foreign Minister Ana Palacio is paying an official visit to Slovenia
She is scheduled to meet FM Dimitrij Rupel, President Janez Drnovsek and PM Anton Rop. Palacio and Rupel are to hold a 5.10 PM press conference.
24 Aug - 29 Aug 2003 — Ljubljana
Beekeeping, A Way of Living
The 38th Congress of APIMONDIA will be held in Slovenia from 24 to 29 August.
Information and programme
Beekeeping, A Way of Living
The 38th Congress of APIMONDIA will be held in Slovenia from 24 to 29 August.
Information and programme
15 Aug - 21 Aug 2003 — Ljubljana
International Congress of Slavicists
Ljubljana hosts the 13th International Congress of Slavicists, scheduled to take place until 21 August. Held in Slovenia for the first time, this highest scientific forum of Slavonic studies is attended by 600 experts from 36 countries.
More information about the Congress
International Congress of Slavicists
Ljubljana hosts the 13th International Congress of Slavicists, scheduled to take place until 21 August. Held in Slovenia for the first time, this highest scientific forum of Slavonic studies is attended by 600 experts from 36 countries.
More information about the Congress
6 Aug - 7 Aug 2003 — Ljubljana
Chief of the Romanian police in Slovenia
The chief of the Romanian police Florin Sandu is scheduled to begin a two-day visit to Slovenia at the invitation of his counterpart Marko Pogorevc. The two police chiefs are expected to discuss the fight against organised crime, with special focus on illegal migration and drug trafficking.
Chief of the Romanian police in Slovenia
The chief of the Romanian police Florin Sandu is scheduled to begin a two-day visit to Slovenia at the invitation of his counterpart Marko Pogorevc. The two police chiefs are expected to discuss the fight against organised crime, with special focus on illegal migration and drug trafficking.
1 Aug 2003 — Ljubljana
News conference of the Prime Minister
Prime Minister Anton Rop is expected to speak about some current topics at a news conference scheduled for 11 AM (Gregorčičeva 20).
News conference of the Prime Minister
Prime Minister Anton Rop is expected to speak about some current topics at a news conference scheduled for 11 AM (Gregorčičeva 20).
31 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular session of the Government
At its weekly session, the government is to discuss a programme of measures aimed at an effective entry into the EU, a draft budget memorandum for 2004 and 2005, and changes to the takeover act.
Regular session of the Government
At its weekly session, the government is to discuss a programme of measures aimed at an effective entry into the EU, a draft budget memorandum for 2004 and 2005, and changes to the takeover act.
29 Jul 2003 — Skopje
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc Visiting Macedonia
Slovenian Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is scheduled to visit Macedonia, where he is to meet with Macedonian counterpart Hari Kostov. Bilateral co-operation in the fight against terrorism, organised crime and drug trafficking are expected to be top discussions.
Interior Minister Rado Bohinc Visiting Macedonia
Slovenian Interior Minister Rado Bohinc is scheduled to visit Macedonia, where he is to meet with Macedonian counterpart Hari Kostov. Bilateral co-operation in the fight against terrorism, organised crime and drug trafficking are expected to be top discussions.
29 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Prime Minister Anton Rop, Minister of the Economy Tea Petrin and Minister of Finance Dušan Mramor at the today's meeting of the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce
Slovenian Prime Minister Anton Rop is expected to present his EU-shaping programme to the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce (GZS).
Prime Minister Anton Rop, Minister of the Economy Tea Petrin and Minister of Finance Dušan Mramor at the today's meeting of the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce
Slovenian Prime Minister Anton Rop is expected to present his EU-shaping programme to the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce (GZS).
28 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Unions and Gov't to Sign Public Sector Annex Deal Today
Representatives of the Slovenian government and public sector trade unions are to sign (10:00 AM) an annex to the collective agreement for the non-corporate sector and an agreement on wage growth and holiday allowance for the upcoming two years.
Unions and Gov't to Sign Public Sector Annex Deal Today
Representatives of the Slovenian government and public sector trade unions are to sign (10:00 AM) an annex to the collective agreement for the non-corporate sector and an agreement on wage growth and holiday allowance for the upcoming two years.
28 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
German Finance Minister Hans Eichel is scheduled to visit Slovenia at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dusan Mramor
His visit comes as part of a tour of the future EU member states. Apart from meeting Mramor - a press conference is scheduled for 12:30 PM - Eichel is also due to meet with Slovenian Prime Minister Anton Rop and Bank of Slovenia Governor Mitja Gaspari.
German Finance Minister Hans Eichel is scheduled to visit Slovenia at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dusan Mramor
His visit comes as part of a tour of the future EU member states. Apart from meeting Mramor - a press conference is scheduled for 12:30 PM - Eichel is also due to meet with Slovenian Prime Minister Anton Rop and Bank of Slovenia Governor Mitja Gaspari.
25 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana, Vršič
Deputy Prime Minister of Russia and Finance Minister Alexei Kudrin is paying a three-day working visit to Slovenia together with a sizeable delegation of businessmen and bankers and delegations of the Duma and the Federation Council
Kudrin is to be received by Prime Minister Anton Rop at 12:30PM, Finance Minister Dusan Mramor at 11 AM and FM Dimitrij Rupel at 3:15 PM. On Sunday, the Russian guests will be present at a traditional rememberance ceremony in the memory of Russian prisoners of WWI, who died in an 1916 avalanche while constructing a mountain pass is to take place on Vršič.
Deputy Prime Minister of Russia and Finance Minister Alexei Kudrin is paying a three-day working visit to Slovenia together with a sizeable delegation of businessmen and bankers and delegations of the Duma and the Federation Council
Kudrin is to be received by Prime Minister Anton Rop at 12:30PM, Finance Minister Dusan Mramor at 11 AM and FM Dimitrij Rupel at 3:15 PM. On Sunday, the Russian guests will be present at a traditional rememberance ceremony in the memory of Russian prisoners of WWI, who died in an 1916 avalanche while constructing a mountain pass is to take place on Vršič.
24 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly Government session
Regular government session starts at 10.00 AM.
Regular weekly Government session
Regular government session starts at 10.00 AM.
24 Jul 2003 — Brdo pri Kranju
Irish Prime Minister in Slovenia
Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern is arriving in Slovenia today as part of Ireland's preparations for EU presidency, due through the first half of 2004. At 4 PM he is to meet Prime Minister Anton Rop, with a press conference scheduled for 5:35 PM. At 6 PM a reception given by President Janez Drnovsek is scheduled.
Working visit by Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern to the Prime Minister
Irish Prime Minister in Slovenia
Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern is arriving in Slovenia today as part of Ireland's preparations for EU presidency, due through the first half of 2004. At 4 PM he is to meet Prime Minister Anton Rop, with a press conference scheduled for 5:35 PM. At 6 PM a reception given by President Janez Drnovsek is scheduled.
Working visit by Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern to the Prime Minister
22 Jul - 24 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana, Maribor, Koper
U.K. Transport Minister David Jamieson is to start his three-day official visit to Slovenia
He is scheduled to meet his Slovenian counterpart Jakob Presecnik, mayors of all three cities and members of the parliamentary committe for infrastructure and environment.
U.K. Transport Minister David Jamieson is to start his three-day official visit to Slovenia
He is scheduled to meet his Slovenian counterpart Jakob Presecnik, mayors of all three cities and members of the parliamentary committe for infrastructure and environment.
22 Jul - 23 Jul 2003 — Brussels
Agriculture Minister Franci But, in his role as an observer, is to attend the regular monthly meeting of the EU agriculture ministers
The agenda is to include genetically modified organisms and WTO negotiations.
Agriculture Minister Franci But, in his role as an observer, is to attend the regular monthly meeting of the EU agriculture ministers
The agenda is to include genetically modified organisms and WTO negotiations.
21 Jul - 22 Jul 2003 — Brussels
FM Rupel to Attend EU Ministerial Meeting
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to head to Brussels on Monday to participate at the regular monthly meeting of the EU foreign ministers. Topping the agenda of the final meeting before the ministers go on holidays will be the situation in the Middle East, Iraq, Iran and the Balkans.
FM Rupel to Attend EU Ministerial Meeting
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to head to Brussels on Monday to participate at the regular monthly meeting of the EU foreign ministers. Topping the agenda of the final meeting before the ministers go on holidays will be the situation in the Middle East, Iraq, Iran and the Balkans.
21 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Gov't to Tackle Macro-Fiscal Scenario and Budget Memorandum
At its extraordinary session , the government is to discuss the macro-fiscal framework for the 2004-2007 period and the proposed distribution of budget funds as a basis for the 2004 and 2005 budget drafting.
Gov't to Tackle Macro-Fiscal Scenario and Budget Memorandum
At its extraordinary session , the government is to discuss the macro-fiscal framework for the 2004-2007 period and the proposed distribution of budget funds as a basis for the 2004 and 2005 budget drafting.
18 Jul - 19 Jul 2003 — Bled
A standing commission of the 10th pan-European transport corridor
A standing commission of the 10th pan-European transport corridor is to begin its 5th, two-day, session. 40 representatives from the countries along this transport route - Austria, Slovenia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia-Montenegro, Bulgaria and Greece - and officials of international organisation are to take part.
A standing commission of the 10th pan-European transport corridor
A standing commission of the 10th pan-European transport corridor is to begin its 5th, two-day, session. 40 representatives from the countries along this transport route - Austria, Slovenia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia-Montenegro, Bulgaria and Greece - and officials of international organisation are to take part.
17 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly Government session
The government is to discuss the macro fiscal scenario and budget memorandum for 2004 and 2005 at its weekly session. Also on the agenda are amendments to the takeover and excise duty acts.
Regular weekly Government session
The government is to discuss the macro fiscal scenario and budget memorandum for 2004 and 2005 at its weekly session. Also on the agenda are amendments to the takeover and excise duty acts.
16 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Maltese Interior Minister Expected in Slovenia Today
Maltese Minister of Justice and Domestic Affairs Tonio Borg is to pay a visit. Togehter with his Slovenian counterpart Rado Bohinc, Borg is to sign a co-operation accord to fight organised crime. Preparations for EU membership are to be discussed as well.
Maltese Interior Minister Expected in Slovenia Today
Maltese Minister of Justice and Domestic Affairs Tonio Borg is to pay a visit. Togehter with his Slovenian counterpart Rado Bohinc, Borg is to sign a co-operation accord to fight organised crime. Preparations for EU membership are to be discussed as well.
16 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Slovenia's economic and social council
Slovenia's economic and social council is to meet to discuss the common memorandum on social inclusion and health reform for 2003.
Slovenia's economic and social council
Slovenia's economic and social council is to meet to discuss the common memorandum on social inclusion and health reform for 2003.
15 Jul - 16 Jul 2003 — Brussels
Finance ministers of the EU to gather for a meeting
Finance ministers of the EU are to gather for a two-day meeting which is also to be attended by ministers from the acceding countries, among them Slovenia's Dusan Mramor. Mramor is also expected to partake in the session of Ecofina and meet with European Commissioner for the Economic and Monetary Affairs Pedro Solbes.
Finance ministers of the EU to gather for a meeting
Finance ministers of the EU are to gather for a two-day meeting which is also to be attended by ministers from the acceding countries, among them Slovenia's Dusan Mramor. Mramor is also expected to partake in the session of Ecofina and meet with European Commissioner for the Economic and Monetary Affairs Pedro Solbes.
14 Jul - 15 Jul 2003 — Sarajevo
Visit of Dr Janez Potočnik, Minister of European Affairs, to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Slovenian Minister of European Affairs Janez Potocnik is to begin a two-day visit to Bosnia-Herzegovina. Apart from meeting with top Bosnian officials, Potocnik is to address a seminar at which Slovenia's experiences with EU integration are to be presented.
Visit of Dr Janez Potočnik, Minister of European Affairs
Visit of Dr Janez Potočnik, Minister of European Affairs, to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Slovenian Minister of European Affairs Janez Potocnik is to begin a two-day visit to Bosnia-Herzegovina. Apart from meeting with top Bosnian officials, Potocnik is to address a seminar at which Slovenia's experiences with EU integration are to be presented.
Visit of Dr Janez Potočnik, Minister of European Affairs
14 Jul - 15 Jul 2003 — Madrid
Slovenian Tranport Minister goes to Spain
Slovenian Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik is to pay a two-day visit to Spain at the invitation of Spanish Development Minister Francisco Alvarez Cascosa Fernandez. Presecnik is to attend an infrastructure forum between the two countries.
Slovenian Tranport Minister goes to Spain
Slovenian Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik is to pay a two-day visit to Spain at the invitation of Spanish Development Minister Francisco Alvarez Cascosa Fernandez. Presecnik is to attend an infrastructure forum between the two countries.
11 Jul - 12 Jul 2003 — Rome, Italy
EU's competition council
The EU's competition council is to gather for a two-day informal meeting, to be attended also by Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin and Minister of Education, Science and Sport Slavko Gaber.
EU's competition council
The EU's competition council is to gather for a two-day informal meeting, to be attended also by Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin and Minister of Education, Science and Sport Slavko Gaber.
10 Jul - 11 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Thai Foreign Minister Surakiart Sathirathai in Slovenia
Thai Foreign Minister Surakiart Sathirathai is to begin a visit upon the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel in the evening. He is due to meet with the Slovenian president, the prime minister and the speaker of parliament.
Prime Minister received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand
Thai Foreign Minister Surakiart Sathirathai in Slovenia
Thai Foreign Minister Surakiart Sathirathai is to begin a visit upon the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel in the evening. He is due to meet with the Slovenian president, the prime minister and the speaker of parliament.
Prime Minister received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand
10 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly Government session
The government is to discuss amendments to maritime body of laws; a novel to law on higher education system; and draft changes to the SAPARD structural policy.
Regular weekly Government session
The government is to discuss amendments to maritime body of laws; a novel to law on higher education system; and draft changes to the SAPARD structural policy.
9 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Question and answer session for PM Anton Rop in the Parliament
July's parliamentary session is to kick off with PM Anton Rop answering oppositional lawmakers' questions. This will be the last regular session before parliamentary summer recess beginning on 15 July, through 1 September.
Question and answer session for PM Anton Rop in the Parliament
July's parliamentary session is to kick off with PM Anton Rop answering oppositional lawmakers' questions. This will be the last regular session before parliamentary summer recess beginning on 15 July, through 1 September.
9 Jul - 10 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
President of Serbia-Montenegro to Pay First Official Visit
President of Serbia-Montenegro Svetozar Marovic is to pay his first official visit to Slovenia on Wednesday and Thursday upon the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek. During the visit, Marovic is also to meet with Prime Minister Anton Rop, Speaker of Parliament Borut Pahor and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
Talks between Prime Minister Rop and Svetozar Marović
President of Serbia-Montenegro to Pay First Official Visit
President of Serbia-Montenegro Svetozar Marovic is to pay his first official visit to Slovenia on Wednesday and Thursday upon the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek. During the visit, Marovic is also to meet with Prime Minister Anton Rop, Speaker of Parliament Borut Pahor and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
Talks between Prime Minister Rop and Svetozar Marović
8 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
A traditional meeting of Slovenians living abroad
A traditional meeting of Slovenians living abroad is to be organised by the parliamentary commission for Slovenians living abroad. The meeting is to be addressed by Prime Minister Anton Rop, Foreign Affairs Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor.
A traditional meeting of Slovenians living abroad
A traditional meeting of Slovenians living abroad is to be organised by the parliamentary commission for Slovenians living abroad. The meeting is to be addressed by Prime Minister Anton Rop, Foreign Affairs Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor.
8 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Visit by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia to Slovenia
Indonesian Foreign Minister Hassan Wirajuda is to pay a visit upon the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel. Wirajuda is also to meet with the Slovenian president and the prime minister.
Information and programme
Visit by the Indonesian Foreign Minister
Visit by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia to Slovenia
Indonesian Foreign Minister Hassan Wirajuda is to pay a visit upon the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel. Wirajuda is also to meet with the Slovenian president and the prime minister.
Information and programme
Visit by the Indonesian Foreign Minister
7 Jul - 8 Jul 2003 — Cernobbio
Minister Gantar at eGovernment conference
Minister of the Information Society Pavel Gantar is to take part in an eGovernment conference, a two-day event held as part of Italy's EU presidency.
Minister Gantar at eGovernment conference
Minister of the Information Society Pavel Gantar is to take part in an eGovernment conference, a two-day event held as part of Italy's EU presidency.
7 Jul - 8 Jul 2003 — Podgorica
Minister Potocnik Goes to Montenegro
Slovenian Minister for European Affairs Janez Potocnik is paying a working visit to Montenegro on Monday and Tuesday upon the invitation of Minister of International Economic Relations and European Integration Slavica Milacic.
Minister Potocnik Goes to Montenegro
Slovenian Minister for European Affairs Janez Potocnik is paying a working visit to Montenegro on Monday and Tuesday upon the invitation of Minister of International Economic Relations and European Integration Slavica Milacic.
7 Jul 2003 — Palermo
Euromed conference of EU and Mediterranean countries on trade
As an observer form an acceding country, Economics Minister Tea Petrin is to attend an Euromed conference of EU and Mediterranean countries on trade.
Euromed conference of EU and Mediterranean countries on trade
As an observer form an acceding country, Economics Minister Tea Petrin is to attend an Euromed conference of EU and Mediterranean countries on trade.
4 Jul 2003 — Buchlovice
Dr Rupel participates in the conference of foreign ministers of the Regional Partnership countries
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a meeting of the Regional Partnership in Buchlovice.
Information and programme
Dr Rupel participates in the conference of foreign ministers of the Regional Partnership countries
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a meeting of the Regional Partnership in Buchlovice.
Information and programme
3 Jul 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly Government session
The government is to discuss guidelines for health reform; a bill to prevent corruption and a draft anti-corruption national programme.
Regular weekly Government session
The government is to discuss guidelines for health reform; a bill to prevent corruption and a draft anti-corruption national programme.
3 Jul - 4 Jul 2003 — Bled
CEFTA Signatories to Hold Annual Meeting
The two-day regular annual session of the CEFTA joint committee is to wrap up. The participants will be addressed by PM Anton Rop. A press conference will be given.
Prime Minister addresses participants of the CEFTA Joint Committee
CEFTA Signatories to Hold Annual Meeting
The two-day regular annual session of the CEFTA joint committee is to wrap up. The participants will be addressed by PM Anton Rop. A press conference will be given.
Prime Minister addresses participants of the CEFTA Joint Committee
2 Jul 2003 — Gornja Radgona/Bad Radkersburg
"Children's Arts Day" in the Slovenian and Austrian border towns of Gornja Radgona and Bad Radkersburg
Togehter with Austrian Foreign Minister Benita Ferrero Waldner, Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel to attend an event called "Children's Arts Day" in the Slovenian and Austrian border towns of Gornja Radgona and Bad Radkersburg.
"Children's Arts Day" in the Slovenian and Austrian border towns of Gornja Radgona and Bad Radkersburg
Togehter with Austrian Foreign Minister Benita Ferrero Waldner, Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel to attend an event called "Children's Arts Day" in the Slovenian and Austrian border towns of Gornja Radgona and Bad Radkersburg.
1 Jul 2003 — Brussels
Minister Potocnik to Hold Talks at the European Commission
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to pay a visit to the European Commission headquarters in Brussels on Tuesday, where he is to hold talks at directorates-general for external relations, regional policy, and justice and home affairs.
Minister Potocnik to Hold Talks at the European Commission
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to pay a visit to the European Commission headquarters in Brussels on Tuesday, where he is to hold talks at directorates-general for external relations, regional policy, and justice and home affairs.
30 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
- A seminar on disability legislation and policy in the EU and Slovenia
A seminar on disability legislation and policy in the EU and Slovenia is to be held, organised by Slovenia's Council of Disability Organisations (SIOS). EU Ambassador to Slovenia Erwan Fouere is to address the participants.
- A seminar on disability legislation and policy in the EU and Slovenia
A seminar on disability legislation and policy in the EU and Slovenia is to be held, organised by Slovenia's Council of Disability Organisations (SIOS). EU Ambassador to Slovenia Erwan Fouere is to address the participants.
30 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Preliminary figures of GDP growth in the first quarter of 2003
Slovenia's Statistics Office is to present preliminary figures of GDP growth in the first quarter of 2003, as well as some other statistics.
Preliminary figures of GDP growth in the first quarter of 2003
Slovenia's Statistics Office is to present preliminary figures of GDP growth in the first quarter of 2003, as well as some other statistics.
27 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Montenegrin Foreign Minister Dragisa Burzan is to pay a working visit to Slovenia
He is to meet Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel at 10 AM, with whom he is expected to discuss bilateral co-operation and the situation in SE Europe. A press conference is scheduled for 1.15 PM.
Dr Rupel receives the Foreign Minister of Montenegro
Montenegrin Foreign Minister Dragisa Burzan is to pay a working visit to Slovenia
He is to meet Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel at 10 AM, with whom he is expected to discuss bilateral co-operation and the situation in SE Europe. A press conference is scheduled for 1.15 PM.
Dr Rupel receives the Foreign Minister of Montenegro
19 Jun - 21 Jun 2003 — Thessalonike
Prime Minister Anton Rop and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel are to take part at the EU summit
The EU summit is to continue, with EU reform and intergovernmental conference on the agenda. On Saturday the European leaders will meet with counterparts from five Western Balkan states. The summit is attended by Slovenian PM Anton Rop and FM Dimitrij Rupel as observers.
Dr Rupel to attend the European Council meeting and the EU Summit in Thessaloniki - Information
Prime Minister Anton Rop and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel are to take part at the EU summit
The EU summit is to continue, with EU reform and intergovernmental conference on the agenda. On Saturday the European leaders will meet with counterparts from five Western Balkan states. The summit is attended by Slovenian PM Anton Rop and FM Dimitrij Rupel as observers.
Dr Rupel to attend the European Council meeting and the EU Summit in Thessaloniki - Information
18 Jun 2003 — Berlin
Prime Minister and Foreign Minister in Germany Today
Prime Minister Anton Rop is paying a working visit to Germany. The prime minister is to meet German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder and head of the opposition Christian-Democratic Union Angela Merkel. He is to be accompanied by by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel who will hold a separate meeting with German FM Joschka Fischer. A business delegation is also to come along, headed by chair of the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce (GZS) Jozko Cuk. A business conference is to be held, attended by PM Rop, Economics Minister Tea Petrin and the GZS chair.
Prime Minister and Foreign Minister in Germany Today
Prime Minister Anton Rop is paying a working visit to Germany. The prime minister is to meet German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder and head of the opposition Christian-Democratic Union Angela Merkel. He is to be accompanied by by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel who will hold a separate meeting with German FM Joschka Fischer. A business delegation is also to come along, headed by chair of the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce (GZS) Jozko Cuk. A business conference is to be held, attended by PM Rop, Economics Minister Tea Petrin and the GZS chair.
17 Jun - 18 Jun 2003 — Sofia
President Janez Drnovsek is to start a two-day official visit to Bulgaria
Accompanied by Europe Minister Janez Potocnik, he is expected to discuss with his host, Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov, bilateral relations, the two countries' EU and NATO integration and the situation in SE Europe.
President Janez Drnovsek is to start a two-day official visit to Bulgaria
Accompanied by Europe Minister Janez Potocnik, he is expected to discuss with his host, Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov, bilateral relations, the two countries' EU and NATO integration and the situation in SE Europe.
17 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Conference "Science for the Future of Slovenia"
The Ministry of Education, Science and Sport is to organise a conference entitled "Science for the Future of Slovenia". The event will be attented by PM Anton Rop, Education Minister Slavko Gaber and Economics Minister Tea Petrin.
Conference "Science for the Future of Slovenia"
The Ministry of Education, Science and Sport is to organise a conference entitled "Science for the Future of Slovenia". The event will be attented by PM Anton Rop, Education Minister Slavko Gaber and Economics Minister Tea Petrin.
17 Jun 2003 — Stockholm
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to pay an official visit to Sweden to meet with his Swedish counterpart Anna Lindh
The two officials are to discuss the work of the Convention on the Future of Europe, institutional reform of the enlarged EU, and the next intergovernmental conference.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to pay an official visit to Sweden to meet with his Swedish counterpart Anna Lindh
The two officials are to discuss the work of the Convention on the Future of Europe, institutional reform of the enlarged EU, and the next intergovernmental conference.
16 Jun 2003 — Luxembourg
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the regular monthly session of the EU General and External Affairs Council (GEAC)
In his role as an observer, Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the regular monthly session of the EU General and External Affairs Council (GEAC). After the session which is to focus on the Western Balkans, Middle East and the upcoming EU summit, FM Rupel is to give a press statement.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the regular monthly session of the EU General and External Affairs Council (GEAC)
In his role as an observer, Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the regular monthly session of the EU General and External Affairs Council (GEAC). After the session which is to focus on the Western Balkans, Middle East and the upcoming EU summit, FM Rupel is to give a press statement.
16 Jun 2003 — Zagreb
Transport Minister On Visit to Croatia
Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik and his delegation are to meet his Croatian counterpart Roland Zuvanic.
Transport Minister On Visit to Croatia
Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik and his delegation are to meet his Croatian counterpart Roland Zuvanic.
16 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Question and answer session for PM Anton Rop in the Parliament
The parliament is to convene for a regular monthly session. The first on the agenda is the question and answer session for PM Anton Rop.
Question and answer session for PM Anton Rop in the Parliament
The parliament is to convene for a regular monthly session. The first on the agenda is the question and answer session for PM Anton Rop.
13 Jun 2003 — Wroclaw
Meeting of the foreign ministers of the Central European Initiative
The foreign ministers of seventeen member states of the Central European Initiative (CEI) will meet in Wroclaw, Poland. The Slovenian delegation will presumably be headed by Dr Dimitrij Rupel, Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Slovenia's participation in a meeting of the foreign ministers of the Central European Initiative - Information
Meeting of the foreign ministers of the Central European Initiative
The foreign ministers of seventeen member states of the Central European Initiative (CEI) will meet in Wroclaw, Poland. The Slovenian delegation will presumably be headed by Dr Dimitrij Rupel, Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Slovenia's participation in a meeting of the foreign ministers of the Central European Initiative - Information
13 Jun 2003 — Venice
Slovenia to Promote Itself at Venice Biennial
On the sidelines of the 50th Venice arts biennial a day before the official opening of the festival, a Slovenian pavillion will be opened at the Galery A+A. Artist Ziga Kariz will exhibit his project "Terror-Decor: Art Now". The opening at 8 PM is to be attended by Culture Minister Andreja Rihter.
Slovenia to Promote Itself at Venice Biennial
On the sidelines of the 50th Venice arts biennial a day before the official opening of the festival, a Slovenian pavillion will be opened at the Galery A+A. Artist Ziga Kariz will exhibit his project "Terror-Decor: Art Now". The opening at 8 PM is to be attended by Culture Minister Andreja Rihter.
12 Jun 2003 — Brussels
Minister Grizold at the meeting of NATO defence ministers
NATO Defence Ministers are to hold a regular half-yearly meeting, also attended by ministers from seven countries invited to join the Alliance. The meeting is to be attended by Slovenian Defence Minister Anton Grizold.
Minister Grizold at the meeting of NATO defence ministers
NATO Defence Ministers are to hold a regular half-yearly meeting, also attended by ministers from seven countries invited to join the Alliance. The meeting is to be attended by Slovenian Defence Minister Anton Grizold.
12 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular session of the Government
The government is to hold its regular weekly session.
Regular session of the Government
The government is to hold its regular weekly session.
11 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Irish Deputy Prime Minister and Enterprise Minister Mary Harney in Slovenia
Irish Deputy Prime Minister and Enterprise Minister Mary Harney is due to begin a visit to Slovenia at the invitation of Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin.
Talks between the Prime Minister Anton Rop and the Deputy Prime Minister of Ireland, Mary Harney
Irish Deputy Prime Minister and Enterprise Minister Mary Harney in Slovenia
Irish Deputy Prime Minister and Enterprise Minister Mary Harney is due to begin a visit to Slovenia at the invitation of Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin.
Talks between the Prime Minister Anton Rop and the Deputy Prime Minister of Ireland, Mary Harney
11 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Foreign Minister of Serbia-Montenegro Goran Svilanovic is to pay a visit to Slovenia at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel
The ministers are to sign a bilateral convention on the avoidance of double taxation prior to holding talks. Svilanovic is also due to meet with President Janez Drnovsek and Prime Minister Anton Rop.
Talks between the Slovene Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Serbia and Montenegro
Dr Rupel receives the Foreign Minister of Serbia and Montenegro
Foreign Minister of Serbia-Montenegro Goran Svilanovic is to pay a visit to Slovenia at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel
The ministers are to sign a bilateral convention on the avoidance of double taxation prior to holding talks. Svilanovic is also due to meet with President Janez Drnovsek and Prime Minister Anton Rop.
Talks between the Slovene Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Serbia and Montenegro
Dr Rupel receives the Foreign Minister of Serbia and Montenegro
10 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Romanian Foreign Minister Mircea Geoana is to visit Slovenia upon invitation of FM Dimitrij Rupel
The two officials are expected to discuss bilateral co-operation, the EU and the situation in SE Europe. A joint press conferece is scheduled for 12 AM.
Dr Rupel receives Romanian Foreign Minister
Prime Minister receives Romania's foreign minister
Romanian Foreign Minister Mircea Geoana is to visit Slovenia upon invitation of FM Dimitrij Rupel
The two officials are expected to discuss bilateral co-operation, the EU and the situation in SE Europe. A joint press conferece is scheduled for 12 AM.
Dr Rupel receives Romanian Foreign Minister
Prime Minister receives Romania's foreign minister
10 Jun 2003 — Geneva
Labour Minister to Attend ILO Session
Slovenian Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski is to take part in a session of the International Labour Organisation.
Labour Minister to Attend ILO Session
Slovenian Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski is to take part in a session of the International Labour Organisation.
9 Jun - 11 Jun 2003 — Bled
16th international e-business conference
The 16th international e-business conference is set to be launched with this year's focus on "e-transformation" - the electronic reform of business activities. The three-day conference is being staged by the Maribor Faculty of Management, the Slovenian government, the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce and the European Commission
16th international e-business conference
The 16th international e-business conference is set to be launched with this year's focus on "e-transformation" - the electronic reform of business activities. The three-day conference is being staged by the Maribor Faculty of Management, the Slovenian government, the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce and the European Commission
9 Jun - 10 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
British Minister for Competition, Consumers and Markets Melanie Johnson in Slovenia
British Minister for Competition, Consumers and Markets Melanie Johnson is scheduled to begin a visit to Slovenia. Johnson is expected to meet with Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin on Tuesday.
British Minister for Competition, Consumers and Markets Melanie Johnson in Slovenia
British Minister for Competition, Consumers and Markets Melanie Johnson is scheduled to begin a visit to Slovenia. Johnson is expected to meet with Slovenian Economics Minister Tea Petrin on Tuesday.
5 Jun - 6 Jun 2003 — Luxembourg
Ministers attending sessions abroad
- Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak are to attend a two-day session of the EU ministers in charge of justice and home affairs, which will also be attended by their counterparts from the ten acceding countries. - Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik and Minister for the Information Society Pavel Gantar are to attend a two-day session of the EU ministers in charge of transport and communications, which will also be attended by their counterparts from the ten acceding countries.
Ministers attending sessions abroad
- Interior Minister Rado Bohinc and Justice Minister Ivan Bizjak are to attend a two-day session of the EU ministers in charge of justice and home affairs, which will also be attended by their counterparts from the ten acceding countries. - Transport Minister Jakob Presecnik and Minister for the Information Society Pavel Gantar are to attend a two-day session of the EU ministers in charge of transport and communications, which will also be attended by their counterparts from the ten acceding countries.
5 Jun - 6 Jun 2003 — Brussels
Convention on the future of Europe
A three-day session of the Convention on the future of Europe will be attended by the Slovenian members of the Convention, including Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
Convention on the future of Europe
A three-day session of the Convention on the future of Europe will be attended by the Slovenian members of the Convention, including Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
5 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
Government's regular weekly session
Government's regular weekly session starts at 10 a.m.
Government's regular weekly session
Government's regular weekly session starts at 10 a.m.
4 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana
The central Slovenian festival at the European Year of People with Disabilities
The central Slovenian festival at the European Year of People with Disabilities is to be opened by Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski.
The central Slovenian festival at the European Year of People with Disabilities
The central Slovenian festival at the European Year of People with Disabilities is to be opened by Labour Minister Vlado Dimovski.
4 Jun - 6 Jun 2003 — Bucarest
Agriculture Minister But in Romania
Agriculture Minister Franci But is to pay a three-day working visit to Romania at the invitation of his Romanian counterpart Ilie Sarbu.
Agriculture Minister But in Romania
Agriculture Minister Franci But is to pay a three-day working visit to Romania at the invitation of his Romanian counterpart Ilie Sarbu.
3 Jun - 4 Jun 2003 — Madrid
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to take part in the session of the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council (EAPC)
Together with his counterparts from other six NATO acceding countries, Rupel is also to attend the meeting between the foreign ministers of NATO member states and NATO Secretary General George Robertson.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to take part in the session of the Euro-Atlantic Partnership Council (EAPC)
Together with his counterparts from other six NATO acceding countries, Rupel is also to attend the meeting between the foreign ministers of NATO member states and NATO Secretary General George Robertson.
2 Jun - 3 Jun 2003 — Ljubljana, Brdo pri Kranju
Slovakian Defence Minister in Slovenia
Slovakian Defence Minister Ivan Simko with delegation is to arrive for a two-day visit to Slovenia. After a meeting with Defence Minister Anton Grizold, a press statement is scheduled for 11 AM. Simko is also to meet President Janez Drnovsek.
Slovakian Defence Minister in Slovenia
Slovakian Defence Minister Ivan Simko with delegation is to arrive for a two-day visit to Slovenia. After a meeting with Defence Minister Anton Grizold, a press statement is scheduled for 11 AM. Simko is also to meet President Janez Drnovsek.
2 Jun - 3 Jun 2003 — Luxembourg
Two-day session of EU ministers in charge of employment, social policy and health
Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs Vlado Dimovski and Health Minister Dusan Keber are to attend as observers a two-day session of EU ministers in charge of employment, social policy and health, which will also be attended by their colleagues from the ten acceding countries.
Two-day session of EU ministers in charge of employment, social policy and health
Minister of Labour, Family and Social Affairs Vlado Dimovski and Health Minister Dusan Keber are to attend as observers a two-day session of EU ministers in charge of employment, social policy and health, which will also be attended by their colleagues from the ten acceding countries.
31 May 2003 — St. Petersburg
PM Rop to attend EU-Russian Summit in St. Petersburg
Prime Minister Anton Rop, accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel, is to attend the EU-Russia summit in St. Petersburg on Saturday. The summit of the Russian leadership, headed by President Vladimir Putin, and heads of states of EU countries will be attended for the first time by heads of states from the ten EU acceding countries as observers. Also visiting St. Petersburg will be Slovenian President Janez Drnovsek, who will attend a ceremony marking the 300th anniversary of the establishment of the city at the mouth of the Neva river.
PM Rop to attend EU-Russian Summit in St. Petersburg
Prime Minister Anton Rop, accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel, is to attend the EU-Russia summit in St. Petersburg on Saturday. The summit of the Russian leadership, headed by President Vladimir Putin, and heads of states of EU countries will be attended for the first time by heads of states from the ten EU acceding countries as observers. Also visiting St. Petersburg will be Slovenian President Janez Drnovsek, who will attend a ceremony marking the 300th anniversary of the establishment of the city at the mouth of the Neva river.
29 May 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to discuss also the co-ordination of the EU affairs in the Slovenian government upon Slovenia's membership in the EU.
Weekly cabinet session
The government is to discuss also the co-ordination of the EU affairs in the Slovenian government upon Slovenia's membership in the EU.
28 May 2003 — Ljubljana
Macedonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Ilinka Mitreva in Slovenia
Macedonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Ilinka Mitreva is to visit Slovenia on the invitation of counterpart Dimitrij Rupel. She is to meet Prime Minister Anton Rop as well.
Dr Rupel meets the Macedonian Foreign Minister
Macedonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Ilinka Mitreva in Slovenia
Macedonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Ilinka Mitreva is to visit Slovenia on the invitation of counterpart Dimitrij Rupel. She is to meet Prime Minister Anton Rop as well.
Dr Rupel meets the Macedonian Foreign Minister
27 May 2003 — Brussels
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik in Brussels
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to meet European Commissioner for Regional Policy Michel Barnier and head of the Directorate General for Enlargement Eneko Landaburu, head of the Directorate General for Administration Horst Reichenbach and deputy secretary general of the EU Council Pierre de Boissieu.
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik in Brussels
Europe Minister Janez Potocnik is to meet European Commissioner for Regional Policy Michel Barnier and head of the Directorate General for Enlargement Eneko Landaburu, head of the Directorate General for Administration Horst Reichenbach and deputy secretary general of the EU Council Pierre de Boissieu.
26 May 2003 — Copenhagen
PM Anton Rop is to pay a one-day working visit to Denmark
PM Anton Rop is to pay a one-day working visit to Denmark, meeting counterpart Andres Fogh Rassmussen.
Prime Minister on working visit to Denmark
Working meeting of Prime Minister Rop with Danish Prime Minister Rasmussen
PM Anton Rop is to pay a one-day working visit to Denmark
PM Anton Rop is to pay a one-day working visit to Denmark, meeting counterpart Andres Fogh Rassmussen.
Prime Minister on working visit to Denmark
Working meeting of Prime Minister Rop with Danish Prime Minister Rasmussen
26 May - 27 May 2003 — Brussels, Prague
Minister But in Brussels, Minister Petrin in Prague
-Agriculture Minister Franci But is to join a regular two-day monthly session of EU agriculture ministers as an observer for the first time. He is to sign an agreement with the EU on further relaxation of trade with agricultural products. -Economics Minister Tea Petrin is visiting the Czech Republic on the invitation of Czech Minister for Industry and Trade Milan Urban.
Minister But in Brussels, Minister Petrin in Prague
-Agriculture Minister Franci But is to join a regular two-day monthly session of EU agriculture ministers as an observer for the first time. He is to sign an agreement with the EU on further relaxation of trade with agricultural products. -Economics Minister Tea Petrin is visiting the Czech Republic on the invitation of Czech Minister for Industry and Trade Milan Urban.
26 May - 27 May 2003 — Iraklion
FM Dimitrij Rupel on a two-day meeting on Crete
FM Dimitrij Rupel will attend a two-day meeting of counterparts from the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership on Crete.
FM Dimitrij Rupel on a two-day meeting on Crete
FM Dimitrij Rupel will attend a two-day meeting of counterparts from the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership on Crete.
23 May 2003 — Ljubljana
European Agriculture Commissioner Franz Fischler on an official visit to Slovenia
He is to meet Agriculture Minister Franci But, PM Anton Rop and Europe Minister Janez Potocnik.
Talks between Prime Minister and European Commissioner for Agriculture
European Agriculture Commissioner Franz Fischler on an official visit to Slovenia
He is to meet Agriculture Minister Franci But, PM Anton Rop and Europe Minister Janez Potocnik.
Talks between Prime Minister and European Commissioner for Agriculture
22 May 2003 — Ljubljana
Regular weekly Government session
The cabinet is to discuss the 2003 spring report at a regular session.
Regular weekly Government session
The cabinet is to discuss the 2003 spring report at a regular session.
22 May - 23 May 2003 — Salzburg
Drnovšek to Attend Central European Summit
Slovenian President Janez Drnovšek is to participate in a two-day meeting of Central European presidents to begin on Thursday in Austria's Salzburg. At their 10th meeting, 17 presidents will focus on the perspectives for the region in the light of the EU enlargement.
Drnovšek to Attend Central European Summit
Slovenian President Janez Drnovšek is to participate in a two-day meeting of Central European presidents to begin on Thursday in Austria's Salzburg. At their 10th meeting, 17 presidents will focus on the perspectives for the region in the light of the EU enlargement.
21 May 2003 — Prague
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel in the Czech Republic
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to pay a red-carpet visit to the Czech Republic. In meetings with several top officials, Rupel is to discuss key EU topics, as well as the situation in SE Europe and other current international developments.
Dr Rupel pays an official visit to the Czech Republic
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel in the Czech Republic
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to pay a red-carpet visit to the Czech Republic. In meetings with several top officials, Rupel is to discuss key EU topics, as well as the situation in SE Europe and other current international developments.
Dr Rupel pays an official visit to the Czech Republic
20 May - 21 May 2003 — Maribor
Slovenian tourism forum
A two-day tourism forum is to be staged by the Slovenian Tourism Board (STO) and the Economics Ministry.
Slovenian tourism forum
A two-day tourism forum is to be staged by the Slovenian Tourism Board (STO) and the Economics Ministry.
19 May - 20 May 2003 — Lisbon
PM Anton Rop on a two-day official visit to Portugal
PM Anton Rop will begin a two-day official visit to Portugal. He will be accompanied by a business delegation and Economics Minsiter Tea Petrin plus Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac. Rop is to meet Portuguese PM Jose Manuel Durao Barroso and President Jorge Sampaio.
Prime Minister’s official visit to Portugal
The Prime Minister Anton Rop meets with the Prime Minister José Manuel Barroso and President of the Portuguese Republic Jorge Sampaio
Prime Minister concludes his visit to Portugal
PM Anton Rop on a two-day official visit to Portugal
PM Anton Rop will begin a two-day official visit to Portugal. He will be accompanied by a business delegation and Economics Minsiter Tea Petrin plus Regional Development Minister Zdenka Kovac. Rop is to meet Portuguese PM Jose Manuel Durao Barroso and President Jorge Sampaio.
Prime Minister’s official visit to Portugal
The Prime Minister Anton Rop meets with the Prime Minister José Manuel Barroso and President of the Portuguese Republic Jorge Sampaio
Prime Minister concludes his visit to Portugal
19 May - 20 May 2003 — Brussels
Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend the EU council of defence minister
Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend the EU council of defence minister for the first time as an observer from an EU acceding country.
Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend the EU council of defence minister
Defence Minister Anton Grizold is to attend the EU council of defence minister for the first time as an observer from an EU acceding country.
19 May - 20 May 2003 — Brussels
FM Dimitrij Rupel in Brussels
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the EU council of foreign ministers as an acceding country observer.
FM Dimitrij Rupel in Brussels
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the EU council of foreign ministers as an acceding country observer.
16 May 2003 — Vienna
Prime Minister Anton Rop pays an official visit to Austria
Prime Minister Anton Rop is scheduled to pay an official visit to Austria to meet his host, Chancellor Wolfgang Schuessel, and President Thomas Klestil. The PM is also to hold talks with Slovenian businessmen in Austria.
Prime Minister Anton Rop on official visit to Austria
Prime Minister Anton Rop pays an official visit to Austria
Prime Minister Anton Rop is scheduled to pay an official visit to Austria to meet his host, Chancellor Wolfgang Schuessel, and President Thomas Klestil. The PM is also to hold talks with Slovenian businessmen in Austria.
Prime Minister Anton Rop on official visit to Austria
15 May - 16 May 2003 — Brussels
Session of the European Convention
FM Dimitrij Rupel, who represents the Slovenian government in the Convention, and MP Alojz Peterle, representing the parliament and a member of the Convention's presidium are participating in a session of the European Convention in Brussels.
Dr Rupel Dr Rupel participates in a session of the European Convention
Dr Rupel participates in a meeting between "like-minded countries" and the Chairman of the Convention, Giscard d'Estaing
Session of the European Convention
FM Dimitrij Rupel, who represents the Slovenian government in the Convention, and MP Alojz Peterle, representing the parliament and a member of the Convention's presidium are participating in a session of the European Convention in Brussels.
Dr Rupel Dr Rupel participates in a session of the European Convention
Dr Rupel participates in a meeting between "like-minded countries" and the Chairman of the Convention, Giscard d'Estaing
15 May 2003 — Ljubljana
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session starts at 10 a.m.
Weekly cabinet session
Weekly cabinet session starts at 10 a.m.
14 May - 15 May 2003 — Ljubljana
Croatian President Stipe Mesic will continue his official visit to Slovenia
Croatian President Stipe Mesic will continue his official visit to Slovenia meeting with PM Anton Rop around noon and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor in the morning.
Talks between Prime Minister Rop and Croatian President Mesić
Croatian President Stipe Mesic will continue his official visit to Slovenia
Croatian President Stipe Mesic will continue his official visit to Slovenia meeting with PM Anton Rop around noon and Parliament Speaker Borut Pahor in the morning.
Talks between Prime Minister Rop and Croatian President Mesić
14 May 2003 — Bratislava
FM Dimitrij Rupel will pay an official visit to Slovakia
He will meet his host and counterpart Eduard Kukan. He will also be received by Slovakian President Rudolf Schuster, PM Mikulas Dzurinda and Parliament Speaker Pavol Hrusovsky.
FM Dimitrij Rupel will pay an official visit to Slovakia
He will meet his host and counterpart Eduard Kukan. He will also be received by Slovakian President Rudolf Schuster, PM Mikulas Dzurinda and Parliament Speaker Pavol Hrusovsky.
13 May - 15 May 2003 — Ljubljana
Croatian President Stipe Mesic is to pay a three-day official visit to Slovenia
Croatian President Stipe Mesic is to start a three-day official visit to Slovenia on Tuesday at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek. Apart from Drnovsek, Mesic is also expected to meet former President Milan Kucan, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Speaker of Parliament Borut Pahor. He is also scheduled to address the Slovenian parliament and on Wednesday the participants of a Slovenian-Croatian business conference at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GZS).
Croatian President Stipe Mesic is to pay a three-day official visit to Slovenia
Croatian President Stipe Mesic is to start a three-day official visit to Slovenia on Tuesday at the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek. Apart from Drnovsek, Mesic is also expected to meet former President Milan Kucan, Prime Minister Anton Rop and Speaker of Parliament Borut Pahor. He is also scheduled to address the Slovenian parliament and on Wednesday the participants of a Slovenian-Croatian business conference at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GZS).
13 May 2003 — Bari
PM and FM to Assume Slovenia's Presidency over Adriatic-Ionian Initiative in Bari
Prime Minister Anton Rop and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel are to attend the summit of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative in Italy's southern city of Bari. On the meeting, Italy will pass on to Slovenia the presidency of the initiative for the period between 1 June 2003 to 1 June 2004 at the plenary session of foreign and prime ministers.
PM and FM to Assume Slovenia's Presidency over Adriatic-Ionian Initiative in Bari
Prime Minister Anton Rop and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel are to attend the summit of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative in Italy's southern city of Bari. On the meeting, Italy will pass on to Slovenia the presidency of the initiative for the period between 1 June 2003 to 1 June 2004 at the plenary session of foreign and prime ministers.
12 May 2003 — Reykjavik
Slovenian European Affairs Minister Janez Potocnik in Iceland
The minister is scheduled to deliver a lecture at an university and hold talks at the Icelandic Foreign Affair
Slovenian European Affairs Minister Janez Potocnik in Iceland
The minister is scheduled to deliver a lecture at an university and hold talks at the Icelandic Foreign Affair