Government Switch: Slovenia’s right-of-centre coalition led by PM Janez Janša took office on 4 June, promising tax cuts, faster administration, and a tougher anti-corruption push to reset the country’s growth model. Agriculture & Food: Agriculture minister Janez Cigler Kralj says he will boost food self-sufficiency while cutting red tape for farmers and pushing digitalisation. Energy Policy: Infrastructure and Energy Minister Jernej Vrtovec returns to the role, backing an “activism-free” approach to energy policy. Energy Governance: Slovenia’s ombudsman says the government interfered with the Energy Agency over electricity network charges, raising separation-of-powers concerns. EV Charging & Storage: Slovenia-linked energy trading shows up in EBRD-backed Romania battery storage, while Eleport’s chargers in the region are marketed as running on renewable electricity. Logistics Costs: CMA CGM announced a $2,600 peak-season surcharge for East Mediterranean to U.S. East Coast containers, including shipments routed from Slovenia. Local Business & Industry: Atlantic Grupa completed a €10m Donat plant upgrade and plans a further €60m investment drive in Slovenia. Agritech Innovation: HeroLabs’ MooHero smart collar won Slovenian Startup of the Year, targeting better herd management and breeding outcomes. Tourism & Travel Friction: Slovenia blocked an Israeli charter flight over permit issues, sparking political backlash. Urban Pressure: A Ljubljana parking dispute is escalating into a major political test for Mayor Zoran Janković.