30 Nov 2006 — Vilnius, Lithuania
Schengen
Interior ministers from Schengen zone candidates, including Slovenia, are to discuss the Portuguese proposal that would make it possible to expand the Schengen passport-free area to the EU newcomers in 2007 as initially planned.
Schengen
Interior ministers from Schengen zone candidates, including Slovenia, are to discuss the Portuguese proposal that would make it possible to expand the Schengen passport-free area to the EU newcomers in 2007 as initially planned.
30 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Cabinet Session
A bill on election campaigning, a draft defence programme for the 2007-2012 period and a 2007-2013 action plan for the disabled will be on the agenda of the weekly cabinet session. A press conference is scheduled for 2 pm.
Cabinet Session
A bill on election campaigning, a draft defence programme for the 2007-2012 period and a 2007-2013 action plan for the disabled will be on the agenda of the weekly cabinet session. A press conference is scheduled for 2 pm.
30 Nov - 1 Dec 2006 — Brussels
EU Council of Employment, Social Policy, Public Health and Consumer Protection
The start of a two-day session of the EU Council of Employment, Social Policy, Public Health and Consumer Protection begins. Health Minister Andrej Brucan will be representing Slovenia.
EU Council of Employment, Social Policy, Public Health and Consumer Protection
The start of a two-day session of the EU Council of Employment, Social Policy, Public Health and Consumer Protection begins. Health Minister Andrej Brucan will be representing Slovenia.
30 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Indonesian Minister for Research and Technology
Slovenia and Indonesia are to sign an accord on cooperation in science and technology as Indonesian Minister for Research and Technology Kadiman Kusmayanto pays a visit at the invitation of Slovenian counterpart Jure Zupan; at 2 pm.
Visit of Indonesian Minister for Research and Technology
Slovenia and Indonesia are to sign an accord on cooperation in science and technology as Indonesian Minister for Research and Technology Kadiman Kusmayanto pays a visit at the invitation of Slovenian counterpart Jure Zupan; at 2 pm.
29 Nov - 3 Dec 2006 — Ljubljana
The 22nd Slovenian Book Fair
The 22nd Slovenian Book Fair is to get under way with an award ceremony at 6 pm. As part of the fair, which will be open for visitors between 29 November and 3 December, Mladinska knjiga publishers are set to launch a new book by President Janez Drnovsek.
The 22nd Slovenian Book Fair
The 22nd Slovenian Book Fair is to get under way with an award ceremony at 6 pm. As part of the fair, which will be open for visitors between 29 November and 3 December, Mladinska knjiga publishers are set to launch a new book by President Janez Drnovsek.
29 Nov 2006 — Riga, Latvia
NATO Summit
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is scheduled to take part in a NATO summit, accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Defence Minister Karl Erjavec. The opening session is to begin at 8:20 am, whereas Jansa is expected to speak to the press at 12:45 pm.
NATO Summit
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is scheduled to take part in a NATO summit, accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Defence Minister Karl Erjavec. The opening session is to begin at 8:20 am, whereas Jansa is expected to speak to the press at 12:45 pm.
28 Nov - 29 Nov 2006 — Riga, Latvia
NATO summit
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to attend a two-day NATO summit, accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Defence Minister Karl Erjavec. Officials from 26 member states are expected to focus on the alliance's transformation and its peacekeeping operations, in particular the ISAF mission in Afghanistan. The summit is to open with a dinner hosted by NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer.
NATO summit
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to attend a two-day NATO summit, accompanied by Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Defence Minister Karl Erjavec. Officials from 26 member states are expected to focus on the alliance's transformation and its peacekeeping operations, in particular the ISAF mission in Afghanistan. The summit is to open with a dinner hosted by NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer.
28 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
IPPC Directive meeting
The final meeting within the project under the Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) Directive is to open at 11 am, to be attended by Environment Minister Janez Podobnik, Bavarian Environment Minitser Werner Schnappauf, Germany Environment Ministry State Secretary Michael Mueller and Belgian Ambassador Jean-Louis Mignot.
IPPC Directive meeting
The final meeting within the project under the Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) Directive is to open at 11 am, to be attended by Environment Minister Janez Podobnik, Bavarian Environment Minitser Werner Schnappauf, Germany Environment Ministry State Secretary Michael Mueller and Belgian Ambassador Jean-Louis Mignot.
28 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Deputy Macedonian Environment Minister and State Secretary
Environment Ministry State Secretary Marko Starman is due to meet Deputy Macedonian Environment Minister Sonja Lepitkova and State Secretary Dejan Panevski to determine the priorities of cooperation between the two ministries.
Visit of Deputy Macedonian Environment Minister and State Secretary
Environment Ministry State Secretary Marko Starman is due to meet Deputy Macedonian Environment Minister Sonja Lepitkova and State Secretary Dejan Panevski to determine the priorities of cooperation between the two ministries.
28 Nov 2006 — Munich
Meeting with Bavarian Justice Minister
Justice Minister Lovro Sturm is to wrap up a visit at the invitation of Bavarian Justice Minister Beate Merk.
Meeting with Bavarian Justice Minister
Justice Minister Lovro Sturm is to wrap up a visit at the invitation of Bavarian Justice Minister Beate Merk.
28 Nov 2006 — Brussels
Session of EU finance ministers
Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk is to attend a session of EU finance ministers, and open a display of Slovenian euro coins.
Session of EU finance ministers
Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk is to attend a session of EU finance ministers, and open a display of Slovenian euro coins.
27 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Major General Mason C. Whitney of the Colorado National Guard
Major General Mason C. Whitney, the adjutant general of the Colorado National Guard, is to begin a several-day visit to Slovenia upon the invitation of Slovenia's Armed Forces chief-of-staff, Lieutenant-General Albin Gutman.
Visit of Major General Mason C. Whitney of the Colorado National Guard
Major General Mason C. Whitney, the adjutant general of the Colorado National Guard, is to begin a several-day visit to Slovenia upon the invitation of Slovenia's Armed Forces chief-of-staff, Lieutenant-General Albin Gutman.
27 Nov - 28 Nov 2006 — Tampere, Finland
Barcelona Process meeting
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a Barcelona Process meeting at which foreign ministers from the EU and south Mediterranean countries are to assess a five-year working programme agreed upon last year.
Barcelona Process meeting
FM Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a Barcelona Process meeting at which foreign ministers from the EU and south Mediterranean countries are to assess a five-year working programme agreed upon last year.
27 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Science awards
Several science awards and mentions, including the Zois Award, are to be given out at a ceremony beginning at 8 pm, with Prime Minister Janez Jansa as the key-note speaker.
Science awards
Several science awards and mentions, including the Zois Award, are to be given out at a ceremony beginning at 8 pm, with Prime Minister Janez Jansa as the key-note speaker.
27 Nov 2006 — Bled
Meeting of the agricultural consultants
A traditional meeting of the agricultural consultants is to begin at 9:30 am focusing on the development of agriculture and rural areas in the period between 2007 and 2013. Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Marija Lukacic is to be one of the top officials at hand.
Meeting of the agricultural consultants
A traditional meeting of the agricultural consultants is to begin at 9:30 am focusing on the development of agriculture and rural areas in the period between 2007 and 2013. Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Marija Lukacic is to be one of the top officials at hand.
24 Nov 2006 — Lenart
Rudolf Maister Day
Speaker of Parliament France Cukjati is to address the main ceremony on Rudolf Maister Day, marking 23 November 1918, when General Maister took control of Maribor and in effect secured what later became Slovenia's northern border; at 8 pm.
Rudolf Maister Day
Speaker of Parliament France Cukjati is to address the main ceremony on Rudolf Maister Day, marking 23 November 1918, when General Maister took control of Maribor and in effect secured what later became Slovenia's northern border; at 8 pm.
24 Nov 2006 — Destrnik
Presentation of the construction of a mega amusement park
Andrej Horvat, a state secretary in charge of development, is set to visit the region of Podravje to present the construction of a mega amusement park which is part of the government resolution on national development projects for 2007-2023. A press conference is scheduled for 12:30 pm.
Presentation of the construction of a mega amusement park
Andrej Horvat, a state secretary in charge of development, is set to visit the region of Podravje to present the construction of a mega amusement park which is part of the government resolution on national development projects for 2007-2023. A press conference is scheduled for 12:30 pm.
24 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Austrian Justice Minister
Austrian Justice Minister Karin Gastinger is to wrap up her two-day stay in Slovenia by visiting the Constitutional Court and the Supreme Court. Gastinger and Slovenian counterpart Lovro Sturm are also expected to make statements for the press at 11 am.
Visit of Austrian Justice Minister
Austrian Justice Minister Karin Gastinger is to wrap up her two-day stay in Slovenia by visiting the Constitutional Court and the Supreme Court. Gastinger and Slovenian counterpart Lovro Sturm are also expected to make statements for the press at 11 am.
24 Nov 2006 — Tirana, Albania
Central European Initiative
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the plenary session that is to wrap up a two-day summit of Central European Initiative, the forum that brings together 18 countries.
Central European Initiative
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend the plenary session that is to wrap up a two-day summit of Central European Initiative, the forum that brings together 18 countries.
23 Nov 2006 — Maribor
Slovenia's Independence 15 Years Later
A panel is to open at 10 am to discuss the theme "Slovenia's Independence 15 Years Later". Attendance is expected by Education and Sport Minister Milan Zver.
Slovenia's Independence 15 Years Later
A panel is to open at 10 am to discuss the theme "Slovenia's Independence 15 Years Later". Attendance is expected by Education and Sport Minister Milan Zver.
23 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana, Maribor
Rudolf Maister Day
Rudolf Maister Day, a holiday marking the day in 1918 when General Rudolf Maister took control of Maribor and in effect secured what later became Slovenia's northern border. Defence Minister Karl Erjavec is to address at noon a ceremony in front of the Defence Ministry headquarters. President Janez Drnovsek is meanwhile expected to decorate several military figures.
Rudolf Maister Day
Rudolf Maister Day, a holiday marking the day in 1918 when General Rudolf Maister took control of Maribor and in effect secured what later became Slovenia's northern border. Defence Minister Karl Erjavec is to address at noon a ceremony in front of the Defence Ministry headquarters. President Janez Drnovsek is meanwhile expected to decorate several military figures.
23 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Cabinet Session
The government is to hold a regular weekly session, whose agenda includes a bill on the Roma, a semi-annual report on the preparations for Slovenia's EU presidency in the first half of 2008, and an 18-month presidency plan drafted by the presiding troika composed of Germany, Portugal and Slovenia. The press conference following the session is scheduled for 2 pm.
Cabinet Session
The government is to hold a regular weekly session, whose agenda includes a bill on the Roma, a semi-annual report on the preparations for Slovenia's EU presidency in the first half of 2008, and an 18-month presidency plan drafted by the presiding troika composed of Germany, Portugal and Slovenia. The press conference following the session is scheduled for 2 pm.
23 Nov 2006 — Vienna
Board of Governors of the IAEA
The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is to convene the first regular session under the chairmanship of Slovenian Ambassador Ernest Petric.
Board of Governors of the IAEA
The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is to convene the first regular session under the chairmanship of Slovenian Ambassador Ernest Petric.
23 Nov - 24 Nov 2006 — Tirana, Albania
Central European Initiative
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a two-day summit of Central European Initiative, the forum that brings together 18 countries. The event will open with a dinner hosted by Albanian Prime Minister Sali Berisha. The plenary session will be held on Friday. On the sidelines of the summit, an Economy Ministry delegation is due to take part in the panel of economy ministers.
Central European Initiative
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to attend a two-day summit of Central European Initiative, the forum that brings together 18 countries. The event will open with a dinner hosted by Albanian Prime Minister Sali Berisha. The plenary session will be held on Friday. On the sidelines of the summit, an Economy Ministry delegation is due to take part in the panel of economy ministers.
22 Nov - 23 Nov 2006 — Tripoli, Libya
Ministerial of EU and African Union member states
A two-day ministerial of EU and African Union member states on migrations and development is to get underway. Also attending will be State Secretary at the Interior Ministry Zvonko Zinrajh.
Ministerial of EU and African Union member states
A two-day ministerial of EU and African Union member states on migrations and development is to get underway. Also attending will be State Secretary at the Interior Ministry Zvonko Zinrajh.
22 Nov 2006 — Helsinki
Working visit to Finland
Prime Minister Janez Jansa will pay a working visit to Finland, meeting his Finnish counterpart Matti Vanhanen (at 12:30 am) and Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Paavo Lipponen (at 11:30 pm). Jansa and Vanhanen are scheduled to speak to the press at 2:30 pm.
Working visit to Finland
Prime Minister Janez Jansa will pay a working visit to Finland, meeting his Finnish counterpart Matti Vanhanen (at 12:30 am) and Speaker of the Finnish Parliament Paavo Lipponen (at 11:30 pm). Jansa and Vanhanen are scheduled to speak to the press at 2:30 pm.
21 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Meeting with representatives of trade unions
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to meet at 15:30 pm representatives of trade unions to discuss the state of social dialogue in Slovenia. The meeting was requested by trade unions, which are dissatisfied with the way Labour Minister Janez Drobnic conducts social dialogue.
Meeting with representatives of trade unions
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to meet at 15:30 pm representatives of trade unions to discuss the state of social dialogue in Slovenia. The meeting was requested by trade unions, which are dissatisfied with the way Labour Minister Janez Drobnic conducts social dialogue.
21 Nov 2006 — Brussels
Session of the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council
Agriculture Minister Marija Lukacic will be taking part in the final day of the session of the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council.
Session of the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council
Agriculture Minister Marija Lukacic will be taking part in the final day of the session of the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council.
21 Nov 2006 — Brussels
Informal meeting of EU ministers in charge of regional policy
Local Government and Regional Policy Minister Ivan Zagar is to attend an informal meeting of EU ministers in charge of regional policy.
Informal meeting of EU ministers in charge of regional policy
Local Government and Regional Policy Minister Ivan Zagar is to attend an informal meeting of EU ministers in charge of regional policy.
21 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Meeting with Serbian Foreign Minister Vuk Draskovic
Serbian Foreign Minister Vuk Draskovic is to meet his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel (10 am) and Prime Minister Janez Jansa (10:30 am) during his visit to Slovenia. Draskovic and Rupel are to talk to the press at 11 am.
Prime Minister receives the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia
Meeting with Serbian Foreign Minister Vuk Draskovic
Serbian Foreign Minister Vuk Draskovic is to meet his Slovenian counterpart Dimitrij Rupel (10 am) and Prime Minister Janez Jansa (10:30 am) during his visit to Slovenia. Draskovic and Rupel are to talk to the press at 11 am.
Prime Minister receives the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia
17 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
The Euro-Mediterranean Summit
The Euro-Mediterranean summit of economic and social councils and similar institutions is to wrap up with the adoption of a final declaration (4 pm) and an address by Labour, Family and Social Affairs Minister Janez Drobnic (5 pm).
The Euro-Mediterranean Summit
The Euro-Mediterranean summit of economic and social councils and similar institutions is to wrap up with the adoption of a final declaration (4 pm) and an address by Labour, Family and Social Affairs Minister Janez Drobnic (5 pm).
17 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Kosovo PM Agim Ceku
Prime Minister Janez Jansa and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak are scheduled to meet for separate talks Kosovo PM Agim Ceku, who is due to take part in the Portoroz Business Conference. The meeting with Jansa is scheduled for 9:30 am and the meeting with Rupel at 10 am.
Visit of Kosovo PM Agim Ceku
Prime Minister Janez Jansa and Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel and Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak are scheduled to meet for separate talks Kosovo PM Agim Ceku, who is due to take part in the Portoroz Business Conference. The meeting with Jansa is scheduled for 9:30 am and the meeting with Rupel at 10 am.
17 Nov 2006 — Sofia, Bulgaria
Meeting with Bulgarian Environment Minister Djevdet Chakurov
Environment and Spatial Planning Minister Janez Podobnik is to meet his Bulgarian host and counterpart Djevdet Chakurov.
Meeting with Bulgarian Environment Minister Djevdet Chakurov
Environment and Spatial Planning Minister Janez Podobnik is to meet his Bulgarian host and counterpart Djevdet Chakurov.
17 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
International conference on workers' mobility
An international conference on workers' mobility is to open at 9 am. The event is organised by the Ministry of Labour, Family and Social Affairs at the conclusion of the European Year of Workers' Mobility.
International conference on workers' mobility
An international conference on workers' mobility is to open at 9 am. The event is organised by the Ministry of Labour, Family and Social Affairs at the conclusion of the European Year of Workers' Mobility.
16 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
The Euro-Mediterranean summit
The Euro-Mediterranean summit of economic and social councils and similar institutions is set to continue with a 9 am session expected to be attended by PM Janez Jansa, Dimitris Dimitriadis, the president of the European Economic and Social Committee, and Dusan Rebolj, the head of the Slovenian Economic and Social Council. Dimitriadis and Rebolj are also expected to take part in a press conference at 10:30 am, along with Labour, Family and Social Affairs Minister Janez Drobnic.
The Euro-Mediterranean summit
The Euro-Mediterranean summit of economic and social councils and similar institutions is set to continue with a 9 am session expected to be attended by PM Janez Jansa, Dimitris Dimitriadis, the president of the European Economic and Social Committee, and Dusan Rebolj, the head of the Slovenian Economic and Social Council. Dimitriadis and Rebolj are also expected to take part in a press conference at 10:30 am, along with Labour, Family and Social Affairs Minister Janez Drobnic.
16 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to meet for its regular session at which it is expected to debate the amendments to the act on railroad transport. A press conference is scheduled for after the session at 2 pm.
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to meet for its regular session at which it is expected to debate the amendments to the act on railroad transport. A press conference is scheduled for after the session at 2 pm.
16 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Press Conference of CoE Human Rights Commissioner
CoE Human Rights Commissioner Thomas Hammarberg is to speak to the press at 9 am to present his position on the controversy surrounding the relocation of a Roma family. Hammarberg talked to government officials as well as representatives of NGOs and the Roma on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Press Conference of CoE Human Rights Commissioner
CoE Human Rights Commissioner Thomas Hammarberg is to speak to the press at 9 am to present his position on the controversy surrounding the relocation of a Roma family. Hammarberg talked to government officials as well as representatives of NGOs and the Roma on Tuesday and Wednesday.
16 Nov 2006 — Sveti Stefan, Montenegro
The 3rd forum on economic development of SE Europe
President Janez Drnovsek is to attend the 3rd forum on economic development of SE Europe.
The 3rd forum on economic development of SE Europe
President Janez Drnovsek is to attend the 3rd forum on economic development of SE Europe.
16 Nov - 17 Nov 2006 — Portorož
Business Conference-development of the financial and real sector
A two-day business conference discussing the development of the financial and real sector in transitional economies is to get underway at 9:30 am. As part of the event sponsored by business daily Finance a survey on the development of financial markets in SE Europe is to be unveiled at 10 am. One of the panels is to be addressed by Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk.
Business Conference-development of the financial and real sector
A two-day business conference discussing the development of the financial and real sector in transitional economies is to get underway at 9:30 am. As part of the event sponsored by business daily Finance a survey on the development of financial markets in SE Europe is to be unveiled at 10 am. One of the panels is to be addressed by Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk.
16 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Meeting with the head of the Serbian office for EU accession
Janez Lenarcic, the head of the Government Office for European Affairs (SVEZ), is to meet Tanja Miscevic, the head of the Serbian office for EU accession. The pair is expected to discuss preparations for Slovenia's EU presidency and its assistance in Serbia's progress towards the block.
Meeting with the head of the Serbian office for EU accession
Janez Lenarcic, the head of the Government Office for European Affairs (SVEZ), is to meet Tanja Miscevic, the head of the Serbian office for EU accession. The pair is expected to discuss preparations for Slovenia's EU presidency and its assistance in Serbia's progress towards the block.
15 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana, Postojna
Visit of Council of Europe's Human Rights Commissioner Thomas Hammarberg
Council of Europe's Human Rights Commissioner Thomas Hammarberg is scheduled to hold talks with Interior Minister Dragutin Mate (9 am) and Education Minister Milan Zver, who heads the government commission for the Roma. The CoE official is also expected to meet (11 am) the Roma family that have been temporarily relocated to a former barracks in Postojna following protests by the locals of the village of Ambrus, central Slovenia. Mate and Zver are to talk to the press, while a news conference by Hammarberg is scheduled for Thursday.
Visit of Council of Europe's Human Rights Commissioner Thomas Hammarberg
Council of Europe's Human Rights Commissioner Thomas Hammarberg is scheduled to hold talks with Interior Minister Dragutin Mate (9 am) and Education Minister Milan Zver, who heads the government commission for the Roma. The CoE official is also expected to meet (11 am) the Roma family that have been temporarily relocated to a former barracks in Postojna following protests by the locals of the village of Ambrus, central Slovenia. Mate and Zver are to talk to the press, while a news conference by Hammarberg is scheduled for Thursday.
15 Nov - 16 Nov 2006 — Rome
The meeting of the signatories
The fourth meeting of the signatories of the convention on cross-border environmental impacts of industrial accidents is to get underway. The two-day event is also attended by a delegation of the Slovenian Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning.
The meeting of the signatories
The fourth meeting of the signatories of the convention on cross-border environmental impacts of industrial accidents is to get underway. The two-day event is also attended by a delegation of the Slovenian Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning.
14 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Manuel Lobo Antunes, European affairs state secretary
Manuel Lobo Antunes, European affairs state secretary at the Portuguese Foreign Ministry, is to visit Slovenia upon the invitation by the head of the Government Office for European Affairs (SVEZ) Janez Lenarcic. The Portuguese official is scheduled to meet Foreign Ministry State Secretary Bozo Cerar at 3 pm.
Visit of Manuel Lobo Antunes, European affairs state secretary
Manuel Lobo Antunes, European affairs state secretary at the Portuguese Foreign Ministry, is to visit Slovenia upon the invitation by the head of the Government Office for European Affairs (SVEZ) Janez Lenarcic. The Portuguese official is scheduled to meet Foreign Ministry State Secretary Bozo Cerar at 3 pm.
14 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
The euro campaign
The euro campaign in Slovenia, sponsored by the government and the central bank, is to be presented at a press conference at 10 am, while communications directors for the euro are to gather for their annual meeting at 9 am. The purpose of the meeting is to coordinate communication activities among EU member states, the European System of Central Banks and the European Commission.
The euro campaign
The euro campaign in Slovenia, sponsored by the government and the central bank, is to be presented at a press conference at 10 am, while communications directors for the euro are to gather for their annual meeting at 9 am. The purpose of the meeting is to coordinate communication activities among EU member states, the European System of Central Banks and the European Commission.
14 Nov 2006 — Vienna
Janez Drnovsek at the Vienna Book Week
President Janez Drnovsek is to meet his Austrian counterpart Heinz Fischer (12:30 pm) and launch his new book "Bistvo Sveta" (The Essence of the World) at the Vienna Book Week.
Janez Drnovsek at the Vienna Book Week
President Janez Drnovsek is to meet his Austrian counterpart Heinz Fischer (12:30 pm) and launch his new book "Bistvo Sveta" (The Essence of the World) at the Vienna Book Week.
11 Nov - 14 Nov 2006 — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Five-day Tour of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
Prime Minister Janez Jansa, accompanied by several ministers and a strong business delegation, is to start a five-day tour of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
Prime Minister Janša: Saudi Arabia and Kuwait represent potential for Slovenia’s economy
Prime Minister Janez Janša Begins His Visit to Saudi Arabia
Prime Minister Janez Janša received by the King of Saudi Arabia on the second day of his visit
Five-day Tour of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
Prime Minister Janez Jansa, accompanied by several ministers and a strong business delegation, is to start a five-day tour of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
Prime Minister Janša: Saudi Arabia and Kuwait represent potential for Slovenia’s economy
Prime Minister Janez Janša Begins His Visit to Saudi Arabia
Prime Minister Janez Janša received by the King of Saudi Arabia on the second day of his visit
10 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Official trip of PM to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to speak to the press at noon ahead of his official trip to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
Official trip of PM to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to speak to the press at noon ahead of his official trip to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
10 Nov - 24 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Ljubljana International Film Festival
The 17th annual Ljubljana International Film Festival (LIFFe) is to get under way.
Ljubljana International Film Festival
The 17th annual Ljubljana International Film Festival (LIFFe) is to get under way.
10 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
An international conference on renewable energy sources
An international conference is to highlight development prospects for Slovenia and SE Europe in terms of renewable energy sources. The event, which is to open at 9 am, is to feature European Science and Research Commissioner Janez Potocnik, Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak, Environment Minister Janez Podobnik and Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Marija Lukacic.
An international conference on renewable energy sources
An international conference is to highlight development prospects for Slovenia and SE Europe in terms of renewable energy sources. The event, which is to open at 9 am, is to feature European Science and Research Commissioner Janez Potocnik, Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak, Environment Minister Janez Podobnik and Agriculture, Forestry and Food Minister Marija Lukacic.
10 Nov 2006 — Portorož
A round-table debate
Buisness daily Finance and the Ljubljana Stock Exchange have organised a round-table debate featuring Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak, Finance Ministry State Secretary Andrej Sircelj, chairman of the Restitution Fund (SOD) Marko Pogacnik and Damjan Mihevc, the chief supervisor of insurer Zavarovalnica Triglav. The event begins at 11 am.
A round-table debate
Buisness daily Finance and the Ljubljana Stock Exchange have organised a round-table debate featuring Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak, Finance Ministry State Secretary Andrej Sircelj, chairman of the Restitution Fund (SOD) Marko Pogacnik and Damjan Mihevc, the chief supervisor of insurer Zavarovalnica Triglav. The event begins at 11 am.
10 Nov 2006 — Bled
Annual meeting of Slovenian bankers
The annual meeting of Slovenian bankers is to get under way at 9 am with an address by Bank of Slovenia Governor Mitja Gaspari and Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk. The Banks' Association-sponsored event is set to discuss possible scenarios for euro introduction in the future, development of the banking sector in the new EU members on the path towards the eurozone and Slovenia's experience in transition and monetary policy. A special panel at 11:30 am is to focus on the forthcoming euro changeover.
Annual meeting of Slovenian bankers
The annual meeting of Slovenian bankers is to get under way at 9 am with an address by Bank of Slovenia Governor Mitja Gaspari and Finance Minister Andrej Bajuk. The Banks' Association-sponsored event is set to discuss possible scenarios for euro introduction in the future, development of the banking sector in the new EU members on the path towards the eurozone and Slovenia's experience in transition and monetary policy. A special panel at 11:30 am is to focus on the forthcoming euro changeover.
9 Nov - 10 Nov 2006 — Monaco
Conference Finance for Transport Networks
Transport Minister Janez Bozic will be attending an international conference entitled Finance for Transport Networks: Meeting the Challenge of Euro-Mediterranean Economic Integration. The two-day event, also attended by European Commissioner for Transport Jacques Barrot, aims at exchanging experience in financing transport networks.
Conference Finance for Transport Networks
Transport Minister Janez Bozic will be attending an international conference entitled Finance for Transport Networks: Meeting the Challenge of Euro-Mediterranean Economic Integration. The two-day event, also attended by European Commissioner for Transport Jacques Barrot, aims at exchanging experience in financing transport networks.
9 Nov 2006 — Varpalota, Hungary
"Falcon Strike" military exercise
Defence Minister Karl Erjavec and Slovenian Armed Forces Chief-of-Staff, Lieut. Gen. Albin Gutman are to view the training of the 10th motorised battalion as part of the "Falcon Strike" military exercise.
"Falcon Strike" military exercise
Defence Minister Karl Erjavec and Slovenian Armed Forces Chief-of-Staff, Lieut. Gen. Albin Gutman are to view the training of the 10th motorised battalion as part of the "Falcon Strike" military exercise.
9 Nov - 10 Nov 2006 — Moscow
Council of Europe ministers of justice and internal affairs
Justice Minister Lovro Sturm is due to attend a two-day conference of Council of Europe (CoE) ministers of justice and internal affairs. The event, which will discuss ways to improve European cooperation in criminal matters, will open with an address by President Vladimir Putin and Deputy Secretary General of CoE Maud de Boer-Buquicchio.
Council of Europe ministers of justice and internal affairs
Justice Minister Lovro Sturm is due to attend a two-day conference of Council of Europe (CoE) ministers of justice and internal affairs. The event, which will discuss ways to improve European cooperation in criminal matters, will open with an address by President Vladimir Putin and Deputy Secretary General of CoE Maud de Boer-Buquicchio.
9 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to convene a regular weekly session at 10 am to discuss, among other things, the 2006 autumn report of the Institute for Macroeconomic Analysis and Development. A press conference is scheduled for 2 pm.
Cabinet Session
The cabinet is to convene a regular weekly session at 10 am to discuss, among other things, the 2006 autumn report of the Institute for Macroeconomic Analysis and Development. A press conference is scheduled for 2 pm.
8 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Galileo Satellite Navigation
The executive director of the European GNSS Supervisory Authority Pedro Pedreira is to visit Slovenia upon the invitation of Higher Education Minister Jure Zupan and Transport Minister Janez Bozic. The officials are to discuss the Galileo satellite navigation project and speak to the press at 1:45 pm.
Galileo Satellite Navigation
The executive director of the European GNSS Supervisory Authority Pedro Pedreira is to visit Slovenia upon the invitation of Higher Education Minister Jure Zupan and Transport Minister Janez Bozic. The officials are to discuss the Galileo satellite navigation project and speak to the press at 1:45 pm.
8 Nov - 13 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
The 20th Frankfurt after Frankfurt book fair
The 20th Frankfurt after Frankfurt book fair is to get underway. Showcasing a selection of books displayed at the International Frankfurt Book Fair, the exhibition is to run through 13 November.
The 20th Frankfurt after Frankfurt book fair
The 20th Frankfurt after Frankfurt book fair is to get underway. Showcasing a selection of books displayed at the International Frankfurt Book Fair, the exhibition is to run through 13 November.
8 Nov - 9 Nov 2006 — Alpbach, Switzerland
Alpine Conference
The ninth Alpine Conference is to kick off. The two-day event will also be attended by State Secretary at the Environment Ministry Marko Starman.
Alpine Conference
The ninth Alpine Conference is to kick off. The two-day event will also be attended by State Secretary at the Environment Ministry Marko Starman.
8 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Meeting with Slovenian Mufti
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to meet the Slovenian Mufti, Nedzad Grabus, at 10:30 am.
Meeting with Slovenian Mufti
Foreign Minister Dimitrij Rupel is to meet the Slovenian Mufti, Nedzad Grabus, at 10:30 am.
8 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Working group for Slovenia's presidency
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to meet at noon the core working group tasked with the preparations for Slovenia's stint as EU president. The 18-month presidency programme which has been drafted in conjunction with Germany and Portugal is to top the agenda.
Working group for Slovenia's presidency
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to meet at noon the core working group tasked with the preparations for Slovenia's stint as EU president. The 18-month presidency programme which has been drafted in conjunction with Germany and Portugal is to top the agenda.
8 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Press Conference of PM on topical political issues
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to hold a press conference to talk about topical political issues; at 11 am.
Press Conference of PM on topical political issues
Prime Minister Janez Jansa is to hold a press conference to talk about topical political issues; at 11 am.
6 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Government Session on Budget Bill
The government is to convene a session at 4 pm to debate the amended 2008 budget bill. A press conference is scheduled for 5 pm.
Government Session on Budget Bill
The government is to convene a session at 4 pm to debate the amended 2008 budget bill. A press conference is scheduled for 5 pm.
6 Nov 2006 — London
World Travel Market
Slovenian exhibitors, headed by the Slovenian Tourist Board (STO) are to display what they have to offer at the World Travel Market. The STO is to hold a press conference at 1 pm, featuring Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak, among others.
World Travel Market
Slovenian exhibitors, headed by the Slovenian Tourist Board (STO) are to display what they have to offer at the World Travel Market. The STO is to hold a press conference at 1 pm, featuring Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak, among others.
6 Nov 2006 — Nairobi, Kenya
UN Climate Change Convention
A delegation of the Ministry of the Environment and Spatial Planning is to attend the 2nd meeting of the parties to the Kyoto Protocol, in conjunction with the 12th session of the Conference of the parties to the UN Climate Change Convention. The session is to run until 17 November with the ministerial held between 15 and 17 November.
UN Climate Change Convention
A delegation of the Ministry of the Environment and Spatial Planning is to attend the 2nd meeting of the parties to the Kyoto Protocol, in conjunction with the 12th session of the Conference of the parties to the UN Climate Change Convention. The session is to run until 17 November with the ministerial held between 15 and 17 November.
6 Nov 2006 — Brussels
Conference on Global Alliance
Defence Minister Karl Erjavec is to take part in a conference on global alliance. NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer is to make an opening address.
Conference on Global Alliance
Defence Minister Karl Erjavec is to take part in a conference on global alliance. NATO Secretary General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer is to make an opening address.
3 Nov 2006 — Verona, Italy
Conference on road safety
EU transport ministers, including Slovenia's Janez Bozic, are to begin a conference on road safety.
Conference on road safety
EU transport ministers, including Slovenia's Janez Bozic, are to begin a conference on road safety.
2 Nov - 4 Nov 2006 — Dublin
The Foundation Forum 2006
Labour Minister Janez Drobnic is to take part in the Foundation Forum 2006 on living standards and working conditions as part of his three-day visit to the Irish capital.
The Foundation Forum 2006
Labour Minister Janez Drobnic is to take part in the Foundation Forum 2006 on living standards and working conditions as part of his three-day visit to the Irish capital.
2 Nov 2006 — Ljubljana
Visit of Alain Pompidou
Alain Pompidou, the head of the European Patent Office, is to meet Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak and representatives of the Intellectual Property Office during his visit to Slovenia.
Visit of Alain Pompidou
Alain Pompidou, the head of the European Patent Office, is to meet Economy Minister Andrej Vizjak and representatives of the Intellectual Property Office during his visit to Slovenia.
2 Nov 2006 — Nova Gorica
A panel on Competitiveness in Tourism
A panel on improving competitiveness and entrepreneurship in tourism is to feature the chairman of casino operator Hit Niko Trost and the heads of the Economy Ministry's directorates for entrepreneurship and tourism, Andrej Kitanovski and Marjan Hribar. The debate gets underway at 5 pm.
A panel on Competitiveness in Tourism
A panel on improving competitiveness and entrepreneurship in tourism is to feature the chairman of casino operator Hit Niko Trost and the heads of the Economy Ministry's directorates for entrepreneurship and tourism, Andrej Kitanovski and Marjan Hribar. The debate gets underway at 5 pm.
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