The discussions focused particularly on recent developments on the Western Balkans migration route, the temporary reintroduction of internal border controls and the improvement of operational cooperation between countries in preventing irregular migration. The ministers presented the conclusions of the meeting at a subsequent press conference.

Minister Boštjan Poklukar stressed that joint mixed patrols and surveillance at the external Schengen border could be a viable alternative to the temporary reintroduction of border control at internal borders within the Schengen area. "I believe that we will soon find a common solution," Minister Poklukar said. He further stressed, "We do not expect any problems for the border population and the economy in the future. During the tourist season, border operations are expected to remain normal, with only minor delays possible due to the checks themselves. Our goal is to ensure smooth operations throughout the season." Since Slovenia reintroduced temporary controls at its internal borders with Croatia and Hungary last year, 1,800 people have been refused entry into Slovenia by the Slovenian police. "We continue to identify many individuals within the EU who do not meet the entry requirements, which means they have entered the EU illegally," Minister Poklukar said.

The ministers also discussed visa policy in the Western Balkans. "We must redouble our efforts in the EU Home Affairs Council to reach suitable visa solutions. We are seeing third-country nationals entering the Western Balkan countries as tourists, then crossing EU borders illegally and leaving for their destination countries." The ministers also placed an important emphasis on returns, which they consider a strategic issue. "We need to be more active in this area and further address this issue in the Home Affairs Council once the new European Commission takes office," Minister Poklukar said.

The ministers also agreed to strive for a more proactive joint policy of Croatia, Italy and Slovenia in the Western Balkans. To this end, Slovenia has launched the Brdo Process, a platform for cooperation with the Western Balkan countries, and has been organising its meetings for several years. Minister Poklukar further said that, within the G7 format, Slovenia supports Italy's efforts in the area of home affairs, particularly in the fight against global crime and criminal organisations involved in people smuggling.

Slovenia recorded 18,500 illegal border crossings this year, reflecting a 10% increase compared to the same period last year. Slovenian police have arrested over 300 smugglers. "I am delighted that Italy is ready to join the Operational Task Force Zebra, which operates in Croatia under the auspices of Europol. This is a highly encouraging sign that the police forces of the three countries in the region can work together within the Europol framework. I am confident that we will be even more effective in combating smuggling organisers," concluded Minister Poklukar.