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Türk calls for gender equality, migration policy in UN hearing

In his brief presentation, Türk highlighted his long experience with the UN, where he worked as Slovenia's ambassador in the 1990s and as assistant secretary general to Kofi Annan for political affairs in the 2000s.

Foreign-owned businesses: Better conditions key to more FDI

Holding their first summit at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GZS) on Wednesday, companies in foreign ownership said that Slovenia was attractive to foreign investors, but could be even more.

The goal of increasing foreign direct investment (FDI) from EUR 10.5bn now to EUR 15bn in five years is also contained in a document called FDI Declaration.

Greece blasts Macedonia for using 'excessive force' on migrants

Greece on April 11 lashed out at Macedonia for using "excessive force" after police fired tear gas and rubber bullets on migrants trying to breach the closed border to enter the EU.

Activists Interrupt Kosovo President's Inauguration

Opposition Vetevendosje activists threw tear gas to interrupt the inauguration of Kosovo's new President, Hashim Thaci, in Pristina on Friday.

The inauguration ceremony on the Skedenderbeu boulevard was briefly halted while the police arrested some of the perpetrators.

Eco Resort beneath Velika Planina, an exquisite experience in sustainability

TST: Soon you will open a tourist resort, the Eco Resort beneath Velika Planina, in the village of Godi? pri Kamniku. What is your idea and what is the tourist offer?

New Zealand's Ex-PM Also Running for UN Top Job

Helen Clark, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, has officially announced she is running for the UN Secretary-General's office.

Clark, who at the moment heads the UN Development Program, is seen as a strong rival to UNESCO Director General Irina Bokova. To date, the latter has been described as a "frontrunner" in the race.

Museums and galleries criticise "unbearable" conditions

Public institutions dedicated to preserving Slovenia's cultural heritage have been underfunded for years, the association said, pointing out poor maintenance of museum buildings and budget cuts. Another big problem is work overload and shortage of funds.

Informal Hearings of Candidates for UN Chief to be Held on April 12-14

Between April 12 and 14, the United Nations (UN) General Assembly will hold informal dialogues with the seven candidates for UN Secretary-General who have been nominated so far.

This was stated in a letter released by UN General Assembly President Mogens Lykketoft, outlining the rules and schedule of hearings.

Home film production good, box office results poor

The SFC, previously known as the Slovenian Film Fund, held a news conference in Ljubljana to present new projects and statistics for 2015, when the centre marked its 20th anniversary.

Its director has been complaining for a while that money for Slovenian film production is insufficient.

Slovenian pride: Prevc and Planica

Prevc, who had secured the overall World Cup win prior to Planica, cemented his place in the history books with the record 15th individual victory of the season and the 22nd podium finish. The 2015/2016 season established Slovenia as a ski jumping superpower, as Prevc pulled the entire team ahead.

Maximum financial recovery and the future of the company both need to be considered

In Slovenia, there is a lot of talk about increasing the amount of foreign direct investments for which we need certain conditions to be fulfilled such as a stable, predictable and competitive business environment. What actions is your ministry taking to improve the competitiveness of our business environment?

Kayakers Front Campaign to Save Balkan Rivers

Court cases, evidence of flawed or false construction permits, poorly compiled or non-existent environmental impact assessment studies and a range of other problems have failed to halt the construction of a series of small hydropower plants across the Western Balkans.