Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia

01/22/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/23/2026 03:43

Sixteenth issue of the Diplomatic Bulletin

The first issue of the year brings insights from the Slovenian capital on the conclusion of Slovenia's second term on the UN Security Council at the end of December 2025. It also features reflections on Slovenia's third term on the UN Human Rights Council, which began on 1 January 2026.

This issue also includes an interview with State Secretary Neva Grašič, who is responsible for European affairs, international law, the protection of interests, as well as economic, cultural and science diplomacy.

You can also read about Latin America and Caribbean Days 2025, the Bled Strategic Forum and the two discussions on current foreign policy issues hosted by the Forum in autumn 2025.

The "In the Past…" section offers reflections on 1991, a landmark year in Slovenia's history and its path to independence.

Regarding the activities and projects of Slovenian diplomatic missions and consular posts, this issue highlights an outstanding initiative by the Slovenian Embassy in Zagreb. In cooperation with numerous partners, the Embassy played a key role in creating the first fully accessible picture book designed for blind and visually impaired children in Croatia, Maca papučarica (Slipper Keeper Kitty).

Diplomatic Bulletin.

The next issue will be published in March 2026.

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