The Slovenian Government has adopted the decision to recognise Palestine as an independent state. The decision must now be approved by the National Assembly. The Prime Minister expects the deputies to confirm the decision by an overwhelming majority. Slovenia would thus recognise Palestine within its 1967 borders. "Our decision is a message to both sides that we call for an immediate ceasefire and the unconditional release of hostages," said Prime Minister Robert Golob firmly. "I hope that the Slovenian Government’s actions today will set an example for everyone to embark on this path with great courage, dedication and humanity." The two coalition partner representatives also expressed satisfaction with the unanimous decision.

Saturday will mark the second anniversary of the term of the 15th Slovenian Government led by Robert Golob. The combination of seeking a balance between a welfare state and a developmental breakthrough in the economy is a principle that will continue to be applied in this term of office and the next, said the Prime Minister on this occasion.

At the beginning of its term, the Government faced an energy crisis, the war in Ukraine and – shortly afterwards – catastrophic floods. Nevertheless, the Prime Minister said, the current team, through hard work and dedication, has managed to turn the tide – the Slovenian economy has recorded one of the highest growth rates in the EU, inflation has fallen from 10% to 3%, and unemployment is at a record low. He also highlighted the record profits made by businesses during this period, despite the difficult economic situation, and the highest to date increases in pensions and the minimum wage that the Government had secured. On the Government’s second anniversary, the Prime Minister said that the coalition is working as a team and that they are proud of what they have achieved together, regardless of which ministry was entrusted with a particular task and who secured the result.