Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Slovenia President Warns Government Over Rule of Law


(MENAFN) Slovenia’s President Nataša Pirc Musar has said she would step in if she observes any threats to constitutional order, institutional independence, or fundamental human rights, according to reports.

Speaking during a reception at the Presidential Palace in Ljubljana with Prime Minister Janez Janša and members of the new cabinet, she emphasized the importance of safeguarding core democratic principles. She stated: “These values are neither left nor right for me… they are universal… they are my anchor, which I will not raise regardless of the direction of the daily political wind,”

Pirc Musar stressed that she intends to continue speaking out whenever she believes constitutional safeguards or basic rights are at risk. She also highlighted the importance of monitoring international law and human rights compliance globally, explicitly referencing the situation in Gaza.

She urged stronger cooperation between government and opposition forces and called for a political culture grounded in dialogue and respect for democratic norms.

Prime Minister Janez Janša acknowledged the difficulties facing the new administration, describing the current period as “challenging times,” and pointed to foreign policy, defense, and demographic issues as key areas requiring coordination with the presidency.

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