UN Security Council election seen as recognition of constructive stance

Slovenia being elected to the UN Security Council in 2024-2025 is proof that the country is a constructive and responsible player in the global arena, senior Slovenian officials said on 12 June as they laid out the priorities the country will pursue.

Slovenia's top priorities will include human rights, humanitarian and development aid, water diplomacy, climate change and trust building. Slovenia will also be the first connection to address the situation in the Western Balkans, Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon said.

Slovenia will lend a voice to small countries which have been...