Event Archive for October 2006
26 Oct 2006 — Koper
Ceremony marking the Independence
A ceremony marking 15 years since the last soldier of the Yugoslav People's Army left Slovenia following the 1991 Independence War is to begin in Koper at 4 pm. Also attending the ceremony will be PM Janez Jansa and Defence Minister Karl Erjavec. The latter is to open an exhibition entitled "The War for Slovenia 91" at 2 pm.
Ceremony marking the Independence
A ceremony marking 15 years since the last soldier of the Yugoslav People's Army left Slovenia following the 1991 Independence War is to begin in Koper at 4 pm. Also attending the ceremony will be PM Janez Jansa and Defence Minister Karl Erjavec. The latter is to open an exhibition entitled "The War for Slovenia 91" at 2 pm.
26 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Meeting of SLOMAK
The SLOMAK coordinating body of the Slovenian minority is to meet at 10:30 am to focus on the current situation of the Slovenian minority in Austria's Carinthia and Styria, in Hungary, Croatia and Italy. Also attending the session will be Janez Kramberger, the chair of the parliamentary commission for Slovenians abroad, and State Secretary for Slovenians Abroad Zorko Pelikan.
Meeting of SLOMAK
The SLOMAK coordinating body of the Slovenian minority is to meet at 10:30 am to focus on the current situation of the Slovenian minority in Austria's Carinthia and Styria, in Hungary, Croatia and Italy. Also attending the session will be Janez Kramberger, the chair of the parliamentary commission for Slovenians abroad, and State Secretary for Slovenians Abroad Zorko Pelikan.
26 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to meet for its weekly session to discuss the plan of community works for 2007 and 2008 and the proposal for the distribution of emission coupons between 2008 and 2012, among other topics. A news conference is scheduled for after the session, expectedly at 1 pm.
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to meet for its weekly session to discuss the plan of community works for 2007 and 2008 and the proposal for the distribution of emission coupons between 2008 and 2012, among other topics. A news conference is scheduled for after the session, expectedly at 1 pm.
26 Oct 2006 — Brdo pri Kranju
Salzburg forum
A meeting of interior ministers from member states of the Salzburg forum, who are to focus on alternative solutions to averting the delay in the expansion of the Schengen zone. The conclusions of the talks, which involve Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Romania and Slovenia, will be presented to the press at 12:30 pm by Slovenia's Dragutin Mate and his Austrian counterpart Liese Prokop.
Salzburg forum
A meeting of interior ministers from member states of the Salzburg forum, who are to focus on alternative solutions to averting the delay in the expansion of the Schengen zone. The conclusions of the talks, which involve Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Romania and Slovenia, will be presented to the press at 12:30 pm by Slovenia's Dragutin Mate and his Austrian counterpart Liese Prokop.
25 Oct 2006 — Brdo pri Kranju
PM to unveil a plaque
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to unveil at 10 am a plaque dedicated to the 15th anniversary of Slovenia's independence.
PM to unveil a plaque
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to unveil at 10 am a plaque dedicated to the 15th anniversary of Slovenia's independence.
25 Oct 2006 — Brdo pri Kranju
An agreement on cross-border police cooperation in crime prevention
Interior Minister Dragutin Mate and Hungarian Minister of Justice and Law Enforcement Jozsef Petretei are to sign an agreement on cross-border police cooperation in crime prevention. A press conference is scheduled for 11:45 am.
An agreement on cross-border police cooperation in crime prevention
Interior Minister Dragutin Mate and Hungarian Minister of Justice and Law Enforcement Jozsef Petretei are to sign an agreement on cross-border police cooperation in crime prevention. A press conference is scheduled for 11:45 am.
25 Oct 2006 — Zaragoza/Madrid
Working visit to Spain
Government Development Office State Secretary Andrej Horvat is to pay a working visit to Spain.
Working visit to Spain
Government Development Office State Secretary Andrej Horvat is to pay a working visit to Spain.
25 Oct 2006 — Portorož
The 8th annual congress on roads and transport
Transport Minister Janez Bozic is to open the 8th annual congress on roads and transport at 2 pm.
The 8th annual congress on roads and transport
Transport Minister Janez Bozic is to open the 8th annual congress on roads and transport at 2 pm.
25 Oct - 26 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Panajotis Karvounis is to arrive for a two-day visit
The deputy head of the European Commission DG Communication Panajotis Karvounis is to arrive for a two-day visit. He will be presenting the EU's communication priorities here until Thursday.
Panajotis Karvounis is to arrive for a two-day visit
The deputy head of the European Commission DG Communication Panajotis Karvounis is to arrive for a two-day visit. He will be presenting the EU's communication priorities here until Thursday.
25 Oct - 26 Oct 2006 — Maribor
Energy 06
Energy 06, a two-day conference on the electricity market, is to get underway at 9:30 am. The opening address will be delivered by Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak.
Energy 06
Energy 06, a two-day conference on the electricity market, is to get underway at 9:30 am. The opening address will be delivered by Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak.
25 Oct 2006 — Paris
20th anniversary since the Skocjan Caves were made part of the UNESCO World Heritage List
Environment Minister Janez Podobnik is to attend a show on the 20th anniversary since the Skocjan Caves were made part of the UNESCO World Heritage List. Podobnik is expected to hold talks with the UNESCO director general Koichiro Matsuura and French Minister of the Environment and Sustainable Development Nelly Olin.
Opening of the Exhibition Marking the 20th Anniversary of Including Škocjan Caves on the UNESCO World Heritage Sight List in Paris
20th anniversary since the Skocjan Caves were made part of the UNESCO World Heritage List
Environment Minister Janez Podobnik is to attend a show on the 20th anniversary since the Skocjan Caves were made part of the UNESCO World Heritage List. Podobnik is expected to hold talks with the UNESCO director general Koichiro Matsuura and French Minister of the Environment and Sustainable Development Nelly Olin.
Opening of the Exhibition Marking the 20th Anniversary of Including Škocjan Caves on the UNESCO World Heritage Sight List in Paris
25 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Session of the council for development cooperation
The council for development cooperation is to hold its maiden session at 11 am. The opening address is to be delivered by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
Session of the council for development cooperation
The council for development cooperation is to hold its maiden session at 11 am. The opening address is to be delivered by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel.
24 Oct 2006 — Munich
Expo Real 2006
Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak is due to visit EXPO REAL 2006, the real-estate fair.
Expo Real 2006
Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak is due to visit EXPO REAL 2006, the real-estate fair.
24 Oct - 26 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
The Eureka 2006 technology fair
The Eureka 2006 technology fair is to open, to run until 26 October under the motto "Slovenia's Development Potential". The three-day event, which will be opened at 4 pm by Economy Ministry State Secretary Andrijana Starina Kosem, is to feature the R&D achievements of 30 Slovenian companies and 11 faculties.
The Eureka 2006 technology fair
The Eureka 2006 technology fair is to open, to run until 26 October under the motto "Slovenia's Development Potential". The three-day event, which will be opened at 4 pm by Economy Ministry State Secretary Andrijana Starina Kosem, is to feature the R&D achievements of 30 Slovenian companies and 11 faculties.
24 Oct - 25 Oct 2006 — Luxembourg
EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council
An Agriculture Ministry delegation is to attend a two-day session of the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council. Fisheries and the reform of the wine sector are to top the agenda.
EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council
An Agriculture Ministry delegation is to attend a two-day session of the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council. Fisheries and the reform of the wine sector are to top the agenda.
24 Oct 2006 — Trieste
Meeting with Riccardo Illy
Local Self-Government and Regional Policy Minister Ivan Zagar is due to meet Riccardo Illy, the head of the Italy's Friuli-Venezia-Giulia region. Zagar is also to meet representatives of the Slovenian minority in Italy and the Italian minority in Slovenia.
Meeting with Riccardo Illy
Local Self-Government and Regional Policy Minister Ivan Zagar is due to meet Riccardo Illy, the head of the Italy's Friuli-Venezia-Giulia region. Zagar is also to meet representatives of the Slovenian minority in Italy and the Italian minority in Slovenia.
23 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Support for Improvement in Governance and Management programme
A delegation of the Support for Improvement in Governance and Management programme, a joint initiative of the EU and OECD, are to arrive for a visit in Slovenia. On the first day of their visit here, the delegation is due to meet Public Administration Minister Gregor Virant at 9 am.
Support for Improvement in Governance and Management programme
A delegation of the Support for Improvement in Governance and Management programme, a joint initiative of the EU and OECD, are to arrive for a visit in Slovenia. On the first day of their visit here, the delegation is due to meet Public Administration Minister Gregor Virant at 9 am.
23 Oct - 24 Oct 2006 — Brdo pri Kranju
Two-day workshop on the right to trial within a reasonable time
Justice Minister Lovro Sturm is to welcome at 9 am participants to the two-day workshop on the right to trial within a reasonable time. The event is sponsored by the Judiciary Education Centre, which operates as part of the Justice Ministry, and the Council of Europe's Directorate General for Human Rights.
Two-day workshop on the right to trial within a reasonable time
Justice Minister Lovro Sturm is to welcome at 9 am participants to the two-day workshop on the right to trial within a reasonable time. The event is sponsored by the Judiciary Education Centre, which operates as part of the Justice Ministry, and the Council of Europe's Directorate General for Human Rights.
23 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Project of national health system modernisation
Health Minister Andrej Brucan and State Secretary Dorjan Marusic are to unveil at a press conference at noon a project of national health system modernisation, which is part of the government resolution on national development projects for 2007-2023.
Project of national health system modernisation
Health Minister Andrej Brucan and State Secretary Dorjan Marusic are to unveil at a press conference at noon a project of national health system modernisation, which is part of the government resolution on national development projects for 2007-2023.
23 Oct 2006 — Luxembourg
EU Environment Council
Environment Ministry State Secretary Marko Starman is set to take part in the EU Environment Council. The agenda includes a draft directive on the quality of air and a strategy for the preservation of the maritime environment.
EU Environment Council
Environment Ministry State Secretary Marko Starman is set to take part in the EU Environment Council. The agenda includes a draft directive on the quality of air and a strategy for the preservation of the maritime environment.
23 Oct 2006 — Budapest
The 50th anniversary of the Hungarian revolution.
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the ceremony on the 50th anniversary of the Hungarian revolution.
The 50th anniversary of the Hungarian revolution.
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the ceremony on the 50th anniversary of the Hungarian revolution.
23 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
PM takes questions from the floor
The National Assembly convenes a regular October session at 2 pm. Prime Minister Janez Jansa will be taking questions from the floor at 3 pm.
PM takes questions from the floor
The National Assembly convenes a regular October session at 2 pm. Prime Minister Janez Jansa will be taking questions from the floor at 3 pm.
23 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
United Nations Day
The UN Slovenia Association is to hold a ceremony at 6 pm to mark United Nations Day, observed on 24 October. Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel will address the ceremony as the key-note speaker.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel on the United Nations Day: "The need to accommodate different views on coexistence is growing"
United Nations Day
The UN Slovenia Association is to hold a ceremony at 6 pm to mark United Nations Day, observed on 24 October. Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel will address the ceremony as the key-note speaker.
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel on the United Nations Day: "The need to accommodate different views on coexistence is growing"
18 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Implementation of the CoE Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings
The Slovenian Interior Ministry and the Council of Europe (CoE) resource centre are to hold a debate on the implementation of the CoE Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings. Interior Minister Dragutin Mate is to deliver the opening address at 9:30 am.
Implementation of the CoE Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings
The Slovenian Interior Ministry and the Council of Europe (CoE) resource centre are to hold a debate on the implementation of the CoE Convention on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings. Interior Minister Dragutin Mate is to deliver the opening address at 9:30 am.
18 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Talks with the President of the French Senate
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to hold talks at 4:30 pm with the President of the French Senate Christian Poncelet, who is in Slovenia to attend a conference on bicamerality on Thursday.
Talks with the President of the French Senate
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to hold talks at 4:30 pm with the President of the French Senate Christian Poncelet, who is in Slovenia to attend a conference on bicamerality on Thursday.
18 Oct 2006 — Portorož
Conference on port management and logistics
A conference on port management and logistics is to open at 9 am. Luka Koper chairman Robert Casar and the transport ministers of Slovenia and Macedonia, Janez Bozic and Mile Janakievski, are among the participants.
Conference on port management and logistics
A conference on port management and logistics is to open at 9 am. Luka Koper chairman Robert Casar and the transport ministers of Slovenia and Macedonia, Janez Bozic and Mile Janakievski, are among the participants.
17 Oct - 19 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Bulgarian Army Chief-of-Staff on a three-day official visit
Bulgarian Army Chief-of-Staff, General Zlatan Stoykov, is to launch a three-day official visit on the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart, Lieutenant General Albin Gutman. A meeting with Defence Minister Karl Erjavec is scheduled for Wednesday.
Bulgarian Army Chief-of-Staff on a three-day official visit
Bulgarian Army Chief-of-Staff, General Zlatan Stoykov, is to launch a three-day official visit on the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart, Lieutenant General Albin Gutman. A meeting with Defence Minister Karl Erjavec is scheduled for Wednesday.
17 Oct 2006 — Luxembourg
Meeting of foreign ministers
FM Dimitrij Rupel will be taking part in a meeting of EU foreign ministers. European Affairs State Secretary Janez Lenarcic, who will also be in attendance, is expected to participate in a working meeting with Slovenian representatives at the Court of Justice of the European Communities.
Meeting of foreign ministers
FM Dimitrij Rupel will be taking part in a meeting of EU foreign ministers. European Affairs State Secretary Janez Lenarcic, who will also be in attendance, is expected to participate in a working meeting with Slovenian representatives at the Court of Justice of the European Communities.
17 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Danish Transport Minister
Danish Transport Minister Flemming Hansen is to visit on the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Bozic. Following the talks, both ministers are expected to give a joint press conference scheduled for 10:30 am. A visit to the port operator Luka Koper is also planned with a statement to the press scheduled for 4:30 pm.
Visit of Danish Transport Minister
Danish Transport Minister Flemming Hansen is to visit on the invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Bozic. Following the talks, both ministers are expected to give a joint press conference scheduled for 10:30 am. A visit to the port operator Luka Koper is also planned with a statement to the press scheduled for 4:30 pm.
17 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
The 12th Slovenian Festival of Science
The 12th Slovenian Festival of Science is to get underway focusing on improving life through science. The event runs through Thursday. Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Jure Zupan is expected to attend the opening at 10 am. A press conference is scheduled for 11:30 am.
The 12th Slovenian Festival of Science
The 12th Slovenian Festival of Science is to get underway focusing on improving life through science. The event runs through Thursday. Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Jure Zupan is expected to attend the opening at 10 am. A press conference is scheduled for 11:30 am.
16 Oct 2006 — Udine, Italy
Ministerial conference of pan-European transport routes
Transport Minister Janez Bozic is to be taking part in a ministerial conference on the importance of pan-European transport routes.
Ministerial conference of pan-European transport routes
Transport Minister Janez Bozic is to be taking part in a ministerial conference on the importance of pan-European transport routes.
16 Oct - 17 Oct 2006 — Luxembourg
Session of EU General Affairs and External Relations Council
Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak and Foreign Ministry State Secretary Bozo Cerar are to be taking part in a two-day session of the EU General Affairs and External Relations Council.
Session of EU General Affairs and External Relations Council
Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak and Foreign Ministry State Secretary Bozo Cerar are to be taking part in a two-day session of the EU General Affairs and External Relations Council.
13 Oct 2006 — Portorož
The Days of Slovenian Law Experts
The Days of Slovenian Law Experts are to continue among others with a panel at 5 pm on the relations between the branches of power in parliamentary democracy which is also to see the participation of Justice Minister Lovro Sturm and President of the Supreme Court Franc Testen.
The Days of Slovenian Law Experts
The Days of Slovenian Law Experts are to continue among others with a panel at 5 pm on the relations between the branches of power in parliamentary democracy which is also to see the participation of Justice Minister Lovro Sturm and President of the Supreme Court Franc Testen.
13 Oct 2006 — Maribor
Borstnik Theatre Festival
The 41st Borstnik Theatre Festival, the country's leading theatre festival, is to kick-off with the first production at 7 pm.
Borstnik Theatre Festival
The 41st Borstnik Theatre Festival, the country's leading theatre festival, is to kick-off with the first production at 7 pm.
12 Oct - 13 Oct 2006 — Athens, Greece
Meeting of Mediterranean countries dealing with EU's future and illegal migrations
A two-day informal meeting of Mediterranean countries dealing with EU's future and illegal migrations is also to be attended by Slovenian FM Dimitrij Rupel, who is expected to meet his Greek counterpart Dora Bakoyannis at the sidelines of the event.
Meeting of Mediterranean countries dealing with EU's future and illegal migrations
A two-day informal meeting of Mediterranean countries dealing with EU's future and illegal migrations is also to be attended by Slovenian FM Dimitrij Rupel, who is expected to meet his Greek counterpart Dora Bakoyannis at the sidelines of the event.
12 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Resolution on National Developments Projects for 2007-2023
The cabinet is to discuss the draft Resolution on National Developments Projects for 2007-2023 as well as the report on the implementation of the Lisbon reforms programme as it meets for a regular weekly session. A news conference is scheduled for after the session at 3 pm. Meanwhile, PM Janez Jansa is to hold a press conference at 2 pm to speak about the resolution.
Resolution on National Developments Projects for 2007-2023
The cabinet is to discuss the draft Resolution on National Developments Projects for 2007-2023 as well as the report on the implementation of the Lisbon reforms programme as it meets for a regular weekly session. A news conference is scheduled for after the session at 3 pm. Meanwhile, PM Janez Jansa is to hold a press conference at 2 pm to speak about the resolution.
12 Oct - 14 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Official visit of Montenegrin President Filip Vujanovic
Montenegrin President Filip Vujanovic is to arrive for a three-day official visit to Slovenia at invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek. The two officials are to hold a news conference on 1:30 pm. Vujanovic is also expected to hold talks with PM Janez Jansa at 4 pm and Ljubljana Mayor Danica Simsic at 4:40 pm.
Official visit of Montenegrin President Filip Vujanovic
Montenegrin President Filip Vujanovic is to arrive for a three-day official visit to Slovenia at invitation of his Slovenian counterpart Janez Drnovsek. The two officials are to hold a news conference on 1:30 pm. Vujanovic is also expected to hold talks with PM Janez Jansa at 4 pm and Ljubljana Mayor Danica Simsic at 4:40 pm.
12 Oct 2006 — Luxembourg
EU Transport, Telecommunication and Energy Council
The EU Transport, Telecommunication and Energy Council is to hold a meeting, attended also by Slovenian Transport Minister Janez Bozic.
EU Transport, Telecommunication and Energy Council
The EU Transport, Telecommunication and Energy Council is to hold a meeting, attended also by Slovenian Transport Minister Janez Bozic.
12 Oct - 13 Oct 2006 — Budva, Montenegro
Meeting of interior ministers
Slovenian Interior Minister Dragutin Mate is to meet his Croatian and Montenegrin counterparts, Ivica Kirin and Jusuf Kalemperovic, at a two-day meeting of interior ministers from the region for talks on strengthening relations and fighting organised crime.
Meeting of interior ministers
Slovenian Interior Minister Dragutin Mate is to meet his Croatian and Montenegrin counterparts, Ivica Kirin and Jusuf Kalemperovic, at a two-day meeting of interior ministers from the region for talks on strengthening relations and fighting organised crime.
11 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
15th anniversary of the Customs Administration
Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk is to address a ceremony on the 15th anniversary of the Customs Administration; at noon.
15th anniversary of the Customs Administration
Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk is to address a ceremony on the 15th anniversary of the Customs Administration; at noon.
11 Oct - 14 Oct 2006 — Yerevan, Armenia
Conference of justice ministers of the Council of Europe states
Justice Ministry State Secretary Robert Marolt is to take part in a conference of justice ministers of the Council of Europe states entitled "Victims: Place, Rights and Assistance". The event runs until Saturday.
Conference of justice ministers of the Council of Europe states
Justice Ministry State Secretary Robert Marolt is to take part in a conference of justice ministers of the Council of Europe states entitled "Victims: Place, Rights and Assistance". The event runs until Saturday.
11 Oct - 12 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
International conference on climate change
Environment and Spatial Planning Minister Janez Podobnik is to address at 9 am the participants of a two-day international conference on climate change, organised by the German ECOLOGIC institute. Podobnik will also host Elliot Morley, the UK government's special representative on the Gleneagles Dialogue on climate change.
International conference on climate change
Environment and Spatial Planning Minister Janez Podobnik is to address at 9 am the participants of a two-day international conference on climate change, organised by the German ECOLOGIC institute. Podobnik will also host Elliot Morley, the UK government's special representative on the Gleneagles Dialogue on climate change.
11 Oct - 15 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Committee of the International Commission for Alpine Rescue (ICAR)
Defence Minister Karl Erjavec, the honorary president of the organising committee of the International Commission for Alpine Rescue (ICAR) conference, is to present the 58th event that is to run in Slovenia until Sunday.
Committee of the International Commission for Alpine Rescue (ICAR)
Defence Minister Karl Erjavec, the honorary president of the organising committee of the International Commission for Alpine Rescue (ICAR) conference, is to present the 58th event that is to run in Slovenia until Sunday.
10 Oct 2006 — Brussels
European Affairs State Secretary in Brussels
European Affairs State Secretary Janez Lenarcic is to meet the leader of the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats (ALDE) Graham Watson and the vice-president of the Party of European Socialists (PES) Hannes Swoboda. He is also expected to meet Slovenian MEPs and Joseph Daul, the chair of the European Parliament's committee on agriculture and rural development.
European Affairs State Secretary in Brussels
European Affairs State Secretary Janez Lenarcic is to meet the leader of the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats (ALDE) Graham Watson and the vice-president of the Party of European Socialists (PES) Hannes Swoboda. He is also expected to meet Slovenian MEPs and Joseph Daul, the chair of the European Parliament's committee on agriculture and rural development.
10 Oct 2006 — Luxembourg
ECOFIN
The EU Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) is to hold a meeting, attended also by Slovenian Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk.
ECOFIN
The EU Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) is to hold a meeting, attended also by Slovenian Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk.
10 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Working visit of Luxembourg's FM Jean Asselborn
Luxembourg's FM Jean Asselborn is to pay a working visit to Slovenia that will focus on strengthening political dialogue between the two countries. Apart from meeting his counterpart Dimitrij Rupel at 10 am, Asselborn is expected to meet at 11:20 am Anton Kokalj, the chair of the parliamentary EU affairs committee. Rupel and Asselborn are scheduled to speak to the press at 12:10 pm.
Working visit of Luxembourg's FM Jean Asselborn
Luxembourg's FM Jean Asselborn is to pay a working visit to Slovenia that will focus on strengthening political dialogue between the two countries. Apart from meeting his counterpart Dimitrij Rupel at 10 am, Asselborn is expected to meet at 11:20 am Anton Kokalj, the chair of the parliamentary EU affairs committee. Rupel and Asselborn are scheduled to speak to the press at 12:10 pm.
10 Oct 2006 — Maribor
SDS support for Maribor mayor
Janez Jansa, the leader of the Slovenian Democrats (SDS), is to be in Slovenia's second-largest city to rally support for Gregor Pivec, an independent who is running for Maribor mayor with the backing of the SDS and several other parties.
SDS support for Maribor mayor
Janez Jansa, the leader of the Slovenian Democrats (SDS), is to be in Slovenia's second-largest city to rally support for Gregor Pivec, an independent who is running for Maribor mayor with the backing of the SDS and several other parties.
9 Oct 2006 — Berlin
EU transport policy
Transport Minister Janez Bozic is to meet his German and Portuguese counterparts to discuss a joint 18-month programme on EU transport policy during the three countries' respective stints as EU presidents.
EU transport policy
Transport Minister Janez Bozic is to meet his German and Portuguese counterparts to discuss a joint 18-month programme on EU transport policy during the three countries' respective stints as EU presidents.
9 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Presentation of Budget 2007/2008
MPs are to meet for an extraordinary session at 10 am at which PM Janez Jansa and Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk are to present the changes to the 2007 budget and the 2008 budget bill. It is as yet unknow when a session at which they are to pass the two documents is to be held.
Presentation of Budget 2007/2008
MPs are to meet for an extraordinary session at 10 am at which PM Janez Jansa and Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk are to present the changes to the 2007 budget and the 2008 budget bill. It is as yet unknow when a session at which they are to pass the two documents is to be held.
6 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day is to be marked by en event, organised by public broadcaster RTV Slovenija and Ozara Slovenija, a mental health NGO. An address at noon by Health Minister Andrej Brucan is to be followed by a screening of a documentary entitled "The Silence Needs to be Broken".
World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day is to be marked by en event, organised by public broadcaster RTV Slovenija and Ozara Slovenija, a mental health NGO. An address at noon by Health Minister Andrej Brucan is to be followed by a screening of a documentary entitled "The Silence Needs to be Broken".
5 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to begin a regular session at 10 am, discussing among other things a proposal of the 2006-2016 programme for children and young people. A news conference is scheduled for at 2 pm.
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to begin a regular session at 10 am, discussing among other things a proposal of the 2006-2016 programme for children and young people. A news conference is scheduled for at 2 pm.
5 Oct - 6 Oct 2006 — Washington
International business conference of the Center for Strategic and International Studies on investment opportunities in SE Europe
Economy Ministry State Secretary Andrijana Starina Kosem is to attend a two-day international business conference of the Center for Strategic and International Studies on investment opportunities in SE Europe. She will be delivering a speech on Slovenia's economic cooperation with the countries of the Western Balkans.
International business conference of the Center for Strategic and International Studies on investment opportunities in SE Europe
Economy Ministry State Secretary Andrijana Starina Kosem is to attend a two-day international business conference of the Center for Strategic and International Studies on investment opportunities in SE Europe. She will be delivering a speech on Slovenia's economic cooperation with the countries of the Western Balkans.
5 Oct 2006 — Maribor
Session of the Manager Association
The autumn session of the Manager Association is to kick off at 3 pm with an address by Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak. The association's Manager of the Year award will be handed out at 8 pm.
Session of the Manager Association
The autumn session of the Manager Association is to kick off at 3 pm with an address by Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak. The association's Manager of the Year award will be handed out at 8 pm.
5 Oct - 6 Oct 2006 — Luxembourg
Meeting of EU justice and interior ministers
A two day meeting of EU justice and interior ministers is to kick off, attended also by Slovenia's justice and interior ministers, Lovro Sturm and Dragutin Mate. On the first day of the meeting, the interior ministers are expected to discuss the solutions for the technical issues regarding the implementation of the Schengen Information System II (SIS II).
Meeting of EU justice and interior ministers
A two day meeting of EU justice and interior ministers is to kick off, attended also by Slovenia's justice and interior ministers, Lovro Sturm and Dragutin Mate. On the first day of the meeting, the interior ministers are expected to discuss the solutions for the technical issues regarding the implementation of the Schengen Information System II (SIS II).
4 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Meeting of coalition parties leaders
Coalition parties leaders and heads of deputy groups are to meet at 12:30 pm at the behest of PM Janez Jansa to discuss topical issues.
Meeting of coalition parties leaders
Coalition parties leaders and heads of deputy groups are to meet at 12:30 pm at the behest of PM Janez Jansa to discuss topical issues.
4 Oct - 5 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Festival for the third life period
A two-day festival for the third life period is to start at 10 am with addresses by PM Janez Jansa and Labour, Family and Social Affairs Minister Janez Drobnic.
Festival for the third life period
A two-day festival for the third life period is to start at 10 am with addresses by PM Janez Jansa and Labour, Family and Social Affairs Minister Janez Drobnic.
4 Oct 2006 — Gastein, Austria
European Health Forum
Health Ministry State Secretary Dorjan Marusic is to attend the 9th European Health Forum, entitled Creating a Better Future for Health in Europe.
European Health Forum
Health Ministry State Secretary Dorjan Marusic is to attend the 9th European Health Forum, entitled Creating a Better Future for Health in Europe.
3 Oct 2006 — Nova Gorica
Establishment of the Faculty for Applied Social Studies
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to be the speaker of honour at the official signing of an agreement on the establishment of the Faculty for Applied Social Studies; at noon.
Establishment of the Faculty for Applied Social Studies
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to be the speaker of honour at the official signing of an agreement on the establishment of the Faculty for Applied Social Studies; at noon.
3 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Contract for the construction of the new National Library (NUK)
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Jure Zupan and Ljubljana Mayor Danica Simsic are to sign at 11 am a contract on the transfer of municipal land needed for the construction of the new National Library (NUK) onto the state. Statements for the press by Zupan and Simsic as well as by Culture Minister Vasko Simoniti and NUK Director Lenart Setinc are scheduled afterwards.
Contract for the construction of the new National Library (NUK)
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Jure Zupan and Ljubljana Mayor Danica Simsic are to sign at 11 am a contract on the transfer of municipal land needed for the construction of the new National Library (NUK) onto the state. Statements for the press by Zupan and Simsic as well as by Culture Minister Vasko Simoniti and NUK Director Lenart Setinc are scheduled afterwards.
2 Oct - 3 Oct 2006 — Levi, Finland
Informal meeting of EU foreign ministers
Kosovo and the EU's future role in the region will top the agenda of a two-day informal meeting of EU foreign ministers. Slovenia's Karl Erjavec is expected to attend.
Informal meeting of EU foreign ministers
Kosovo and the EU's future role in the region will top the agenda of a two-day informal meeting of EU foreign ministers. Slovenia's Karl Erjavec is expected to attend.
2 Oct 2006 — Berlin
Troika's preparations for successive EU presidencies
Interior Minister Dragutin Mate is to meet his counterparts from Germany and Portugal as part of the troika's preparations for successive EU presidencies starting in 2007.
Troika's preparations for successive EU presidencies
Interior Minister Dragutin Mate is to meet his counterparts from Germany and Portugal as part of the troika's preparations for successive EU presidencies starting in 2007.
2 Oct 2006 — Lisbon
Foreign Minister's visit to Portugal
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to hold talks with Portuguese Foreign Minister Luis Amado as part of his working visit to Portugal.
Foreign Minister's visit to Portugal
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to hold talks with Portuguese Foreign Minister Luis Amado as part of his working visit to Portugal.
2 Oct - 10 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Festival City of Women
The 12th City of Women, an international festival of contemporary art, is to kick off. The festival runs until 10 October.
Festival City of Women
The 12th City of Women, an international festival of contemporary art, is to kick off. The festival runs until 10 October.
2 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Open day of the Jozef Stefan Institute
The Jozef Stefan Institute, Slovenia's top research institution, will host an open day and panel dedicated to environment and health. The 10 am panel is to feature Environment Minister Janez Podobnik, Health Minister Andrej Brucan, Higher Education Minister Jure Zupan and the head of the institute, Jadran Lenarcic.
Open day of the Jozef Stefan Institute
The Jozef Stefan Institute, Slovenia's top research institution, will host an open day and panel dedicated to environment and health. The 10 am panel is to feature Environment Minister Janez Podobnik, Health Minister Andrej Brucan, Higher Education Minister Jure Zupan and the head of the institute, Jadran Lenarcic.
2 Oct 2006 — Ljubljana
Presentation of the new banking bill
Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk is expected to present the new banking bill and amendments to the act on excise duties at a press conference scheduled for 10 am.
Presentation of the new banking bill
Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk is expected to present the new banking bill and amendments to the act on excise duties at a press conference scheduled for 10 am.
2 Oct 2006 — Rome
Meeting of the Quadrilateral
Foreign Ministry State Secretary Bozo Cerar is to attend a meeting of the Quadrilateral as Italy's presidency of the group runs out.
Meeting of the Quadrilateral
Foreign Ministry State Secretary Bozo Cerar is to attend a meeting of the Quadrilateral as Italy's presidency of the group runs out.
1 Oct - 6 Oct 2006 — Portorož
The Golden Drum Festival
The Golden Drum 2006 advertising festival will officially open at 8 pm.
The Golden Drum Festival
The Golden Drum 2006 advertising festival will officially open at 8 pm.
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