Slovenia
Expectations rise for snap elections in Slovenia in 2025
Ex-foreign minister Ante Logar points to signs of instability in PM Robert Golob's ruling coalition.
Slovenia cancels referendum on Krsko nuclear power plant expansion
Referendum was intended to gauge public support for construction of a second reactor at a cost of up to €15.4bn
VISEGRAD BLOG: Is illiberalism here to stay in Central Europe?
Several countries in Central Europe have gone a long way down the road of illiberalism, moving away from the practices of established democracies.
Central and Southeastern Europe defies German economic weakness
The wiiw autumn forecast warns that not all of the recession in the German automotive industry has so far been felt in Central Europe and further difficulties should be expected.
Slovenia's PM charged with interfering with police
Former interior minister accuses Prime Minister Robert Golob of interference with work of director general of police.
Europe needs Draghi’s reforms to boost growth, says IIF
Europe has a significant lag in productivity growth compared to the United States and China. Despite similar levels of spending, Europe is falling behind.
Ship believed to be carrying explosives bound for Israel to unload in Slovenia
MV Kathrin to dock in Koper despite appeal from Amnesty International to deny entry over fears its cargo could contribute to war crimes in the Middle East.
LONG READ: Europe has lost its competitive edge
In the first year of the war in Ukraine the lights started to go out across Europe as the consequences of cutting off Russian trade and gas began to kick in. Now the malaise has spread. Europe has fallen behind the US and being caught up by the EMs.
EBRD lowers Emerging Europe growth forecasts amid economic challenges
Development bank expects 2.8% growth across its region of operations in 2024, rising to 3.5% in 2025.
Central Europe needs a revamped industrial policy to escape middle-income trap, says wiiw
Think-tank recommends eastern EU members follow examples set by Ireland and Singapore.
Fast fashion slowly conquers the Balkans
International fashion chains’ expansion in Southeast Europe constrained by small market size and availability of modern retail space.
COMMENT: Look beyond the Ukraine war and CEE's fundamentals couldn’t be stronger
When the fighting stops, the region will serve as a gateway to the trillions of euros in trade and investment that will flow towards reconstructing Ukraine.
Former Lithuanian premier Andrius Kubilius appointed first EU defence commissioner
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has appointed former Lithuanian premier Andrius Kubilius to coordinate Brussels' military stand on Ukraine.
Eastern EU members secure key portfolios in new European Commission
Member states from Central and Southeast Europe are becoming increasingly assertive as they celebrate 20 years since the first wave of accession from the region.
Slovenia still recovering from 2023’s deadly floods
As large parts Central Europe and Romania are inundated with flood waters, Slovenia is still rebuilding after catastrophic flooding last summer.
Slovenia's political deadlock delays appointment of new European commissioners
Slovenian opposition parties hold up nomination of Marta Kos, saying European Commission President von der Leyen’s push for a female candidate was "humiliating" for Slovenia.
Croatian retailer Studenac enters Slovenian market in first international expansion
Fast-growing convenience store chain tells bne IntelliNews Kea acquisition is a "natural first step" towards building a regional presence.
Robust performance of blue chips drives Ljubljana Stock Exchange to new highs
The SBITOP index, a key performance indicator for the LJSE, surpassed 1,700 in July, reaching its highest value in 16 years.
VISEGRAD BLOG: Globsec security forum insists Ukraine is still winning the war
The groupthink at Central Europe's top security conference is a serious weakness when the Ukraine war is so finely balanced and sober analysis is more essential than ever.
Unexploded WW2 bomb forces evacuation of thousands in Slovenia and Italy
226-kilogram unexploded bomb discovered during renovation of railway station in Nova Gorica, the European Capital of Culture 2025.