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EU Packaging Waste Outlook 2023-2034 Trends, Recycling Performance, and Sustainability Progress

Ottawa, Oct. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Europe packaging market is accelerating, with forecasts predicting hundreds of millions in revenue growth between 2025 and 2034, powering sustainable infrastructure globally. The increased demand for...

Minister Fajon in Vienna: Slovenia expects action following the publication of the report on events at the Peršman Homestead

SLOVENIA, October 23 - Minister Fajon called for systemic solutions and concrete measures to ensure the effective implementation of the rights of the Slovenian national minority. "I appreciate that the investigative commission set up by the...

Strategic partnership confirmed in Port of Koper to strengthen Slovenia's role as a strategic gateway to Europe

SLOVENIA, October 20 - Within the framework of the strategic partnership between France and Slovenia, Luka Koper and CMA CGM have maintained a robust and enduring business relationship for two decades, playing a key role in connecting the Adriatic...

Slovenia elected to become a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council

SLOVENIA, October 14 - "At a time when trust in in multilateralism is eroding and human rights and humanitarian law are facing unprecedented challenges, Slovenia's election to the UN Human Rights Council sends a clear message: Slovenia champions...

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty – Slovenia commits to sustainable development and solidarity

SLOVENIA, October 17 - On the occasion of International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, Slovenia reaffirms its commitment to eradicating poverty as the first goal of sustainable development in Agenda 2030. As a developed donor, Slovenia...

174th regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

SLOVENIA, October 15 - Proposed Act on the intervention measure to extend the validity of annual electronic vignettes At today's session, the Government approved the text of the proposed Act on the intervention measure to extend the validity of...

Minister Fajon: Slovenia's development and humanitarian engagement make it a respected and reputable partner

SLOVENIA, October 15 - Minister Fajon began by noting that Slovenia had allocated a total of 153 million euros to development cooperation and humanitarian aid last year, amounting to 0.23% of gross national income (GNI). She acknowledged that this...

Fajon at the 13th Slovenian Development Days: The economy is the Engine of Development and Solidarity its Foundation

SLOVENIA, October 14 - In her opening address, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Tanja Fajon underlined that, amid rising geopolitical tensions and increased security spending, Slovenia remains committed to the fundamental principle that...

Switzerland and Slovenia Launch Programme Promoting Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Alpine Regions

SLOVENIA, October 14 - The Programme makes CHF 15.12 million (over EUR 16 million) available and aims to contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promote the use of renewable energy sources and foster the transition to a low-carbon...

LAC Days 2025: Cuba's fight against climate change

SLOVENIA, October 10 - In his opening address, Pablo Berti Oliva, Vienna-based Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Slovenia, emphasised that small island developing states, including Cuba, are experiencing the disproportionately severe impacts...

172nd regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

SLOVENIA, October 7 - Proposed Act on the gradual closure of the Velenje Coal Mine At today's session, the Government of the Republic of Slovenia began consideration of the proposed Act on the gradual closure of the Velenje Coal Mine, which...

NATO PA in Ljubljana to Review Defence and Deterrence, Reaffirm Support for Ukraine, Urge Enhanced Resilience

09 October 2025 LJUBLJANA – “At the 2025 Summit in The Hague, Allies made a historic commitment to bolster defence investment and strengthen the defence industrial base to ensure NATO has the forces and capabilities to face the most dangerous...

Ministers on the need to upgrade joint mechanisms for sustainable agricultural risk management

SLOVENIA, October 6 - As part of the programme of Slovenia's presidency of the group of nine EU Mediterranean Member States – the MED9 Group (Cyprus, France, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia and Spain), a meeting of ministers of...

Avalanche Claims Lives of Three Croatian Hikers in Slovenia

(MENAFN) Three Croatian hikers lost their lives after being buried by a snow avalanche in Slovenia, the Mountain Rescue Association of Slovenia confirmed on Monday. The fatal avalanche struck on Sunday near Mount Tosc, a 2,275-meter peak in the...

Fitch upgrades Slovenia's credit rating

SLOVENIA, October 4 - Fitch upgraded Slovenia's credit rating due to progress in several areas. Public finances have been performing well for some time, and the agency assumes that Slovenia will continue to maintain a balanced primary budget...

171st regular session of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia

SLOVENIA, October 2 - At today’s session, the Government of the Republic of Slovenia adopted the text of the proposed Act Amending the Service in the Slovenian Armed Forces Act (summary procedure). The text of the proposed Act will be submitted to...

Further integration of stakeholders is essential in order to strengthen the resilience of society

SLOVENIA, October 23 - This year marks the fifth edition of the »V službi domovini« event, which is being held under the slogan »Together, United and Persistent«. More than 3,500 students from 26 secondary schools attended the event, and many...

Prime Minister Golob: People have the right to safety

SLOVENIA, October 26 - In a statement to the media following the meeting, Prime Minister Golob said that the death of a father and husband due to a violent attack should never have happened. "The two ministers responsible for the key areas...

Minister Fajon on United Nations Day: Only by resolutely upholding the principles of the UN Charter can we preserve peace

SLOVENIA, October 23 - Under the title “Peace... a privilege or a right?”, a central event marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations and the forthcoming United Nations Day took place in Slovenj Gradec, a town that has proudly held the...

Prime Minister Golob: If Europe wants to remain globally competitive, it must seek European solutions

SLOVENIA, October 21 - Prime Minister Robert Golob and French President Macron began the working visit on Monday, 20 October 2025, in the late afternoon at the Port of Koper, where a strategic partnership in the field of port and logistics...