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Straits Times
7 days ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Slovenia declares two Israeli ministers persona non grata
Find out what's new on ST website and app. FILE PHOTO: Israeli National Security Minister and head of Jewish Power party Itamar Ben-Gvir gives a statement to members of the press, ahead of a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Jerusalem, January 16, 2025. REUTERS/Oren Ben Hakoon/File Photo SARAJEVO - Slovenia declared two far-right Israeli cabinet ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, persona non grata on Thursday, the first European Union country to do so, Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon said. The government accused Israel's national security minister Ben-Gvir and finance minister Smotrich - both West Bank settlers - of making "genocidal statements" and inciting violence against Palestinians. There was no immediate reaction from Israel's government which has regularly rejected accusations of genocide in Gaza, and says it is acting in self-defence following the deadly October 7, 2023, attack led by Hamas militants. Fajon said Slovenia had decided to make the move after EU foreign ministers did not agree on joint action against Israel over charges of human rights violations at a meeting in Brussels on Tuesday. "Today, the government adopted one of the first national measures, which is to declare two Israeli ministers... unwanted in the Republic of Slovenia," Fajon told a news conference. "This kind of measure is the first of its kind in the European Union. We are breaking new ground," she said. Other measures were being prepared, she added, without going into detail. Slovenia's government issued a statement saying the ministers "publicly advocate the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank, the forced evictions of Palestinians, and call for violence against the civilian Palestinian population". Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Driverless bus in Sentosa gets green light to run without safety officer in first for S'pore World US strikes destroyed only one of three Iranian nuclear sites, says new report Business 5 things to know about Kuok Hui Kwong, tycoon Robert Kuok's daughter and Shangri-La Asia head honcho Asia Air India probe into Boeing 787 fuel control switches finds no issues Singapore Man charged over manufacturing DIY Kpods at Yishun home; first such case in Singapore Singapore Sex first, then you can sell my flat: Women property agents fend off indecent proposals and harassment Singapore Two women jailed for submitting fake university certificates to MOM for employment passes Singapore Fatal abuse of Myanmar maid in Bishan: Traffic Police officer sentenced to 10 years' jail Last year, Slovenia recognised an independent Palestinian state. In June, Britain, Norway, Australia, New Zealand and Canada, imposed sanctions on the two Israeli ministers, accusing them of inciting violence against Palestinians. Israel began its offensive in Gaza in response to the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel in 2023 in which 1,200 people, mostly civilians, were killed, according to Israeli tallies, and 251 people were taken to Gaza and held hostage. Israel's campaign in Gaza has killed more than 58,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza health authorities. REUTERS
Zawya
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Slovenia Appreciates Moroccan Autonomy Initiative as ‘Good Basis for Definitive Solution' to Regional Dispute over Moroccan Sahara
Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Tanja Fajon, highlighted on Friday that her country appreciates the Moroccan autonomy initiative, presented by Morocco in 2007 as a good basis for a definitive solution to the regional dispute created over the Moroccan Sahara. Speaking at a press conference following a meeting in the Slovenian capital with Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita, Fajon also praised Morocco's serious and credible efforts to settle the Moroccan Sahara issue. The Slovenian minister thus reiterates the position on the Moroccan Sahara expressed by her country in the June 11, 2024 Joint Declaration, adopted during her official visit to Rabat. This Declaration constitutes the benchmark for the new momentum of bilateral relations and has formalized Slovenia's position on the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara. The two ministers also agreed on the exclusivity of the United Nations in the political process and reaffirmed their support for the UN Security Council resolutions, including the most recent, 2756 (2024). Fajon also reiterated Slovenia's long-standing support for the UN-led process to achieve a just, lasting and mutually acceptable political solution based on compromise. Morocco and Slovenia reiterated their support for the efforts of the UN Secretary-General and his Personal Envoy to bring all parties to advance the political process on the basis of the relevant UN Security Council resolutions. They also reaffirmed their support for MINURSO. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates.
Zawya
19-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Morocco, Slovenia Reaffirm Determination to Strengthen Partnership in All Areas of Common Interest
Morocco and Slovenia reaffirmed, on Friday in Ljubljana, their desire to strengthen their partnership in all areas of common interest. This determination was expressed during talks held by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita and Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Mrs. Tanja Fajon. The two parties particularly highlighted the need to strengthen economic and trade cooperation, particularly in renewables, logistics, agriculture and the automotive industry. The two officials agreed on the importance of holding economic forums to encourage exchanges between economic players from both countries. They stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation between the Port of Koper and all Moroccan ports, in particular the Port of Tanger-Med. The two ministers also stressed the importance of promoting cooperation in the cultural and academic fields, with a view to fostering human and economic development. They called for the strengthening of intergovernmental and civil society exchanges within the framework of the Union for the Mediterranean. Mr. Bourita and Fajon encouraged bilateral and regional academic cooperation between the two Euro-Mediterranean universities, EMUNI in Piran, and the Euro-Mediterranean university of Fez in the fields of science, research, innovation and the blue economy in order to empower young people for the benefit of the entire Mediterranean. They reaffirmed their intention to contribute to strengthening the strategic partnership between the EU and the Kingdom of Morocco. In this respect, the two ministers stressed the importance of placing Morocco-EU cooperation on a sound and solid footing. Mr. Bourita's visit to Slovenia bears witness to the excellent relations between the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Slovenia, based on mutual respect, reciprocal trust, ongoing consultation and cooperation. On this occasion, Morocco welcomed Slovenia's decision to open a resident Embassy in Rabat in June 2025. The two ministers agreed that Morocco's reciprocal decision to open a resident embassy in Ljubljana would give new impetus to cooperation between the two countries. Mr. Bourita, who congratulated Fajon on Slovenia's membership of the UN Security Council for the year 2024-2025, expressed his appreciation for the inclusive approach Slovenia brings to the work of the Security Council and to the relevant priorities of its mandate within this UN organization for the maintenance of international peace and security. The two sides also stressed the positive and constructive role played by Morocco and Slovenia in maintaining stability, security and peace in their respective regions, and their commitment to the universal fundamental principles of the United Nations Charter, and the need for peaceful conflict resolution with full respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of States. They stated their willingness to deepen their dialogue and cooperation on regional and international issues of common interest and major strategic challenges. During his visit to Ljubljana, Bourita was received by the President of the Republic of Slovenia, Nataša Pire Musar. He also held talks with the Speaker of the Slovenian National Assembly, Urška Klakočar Zupančič and the Slovenian Prime Minister, Robert Golob. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates.
Ya Biladi
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Slovenia reaffirms support for Morocco's Sahara autonomy plan
As a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council until the end of 2025, Slovenia has reaffirmed its support for Morocco's autonomy initiative for the Sahara. «It is a solid foundation for a definitive solution» to this regional dispute, declared Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Tanja Fajon, on Friday, April 18, in Ljubljana, during a joint press conference with her Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita. She also commended Morocco's serious and credible efforts to resolve the Sahara issue. Slovenia had previously expressed this position in the Political Declaration of June 11, 2024, adopted during Fajon's official visit to Rabat. On Friday, both ministers reiterated their support for the UN-led political process and the exclusivity of the United Nations in resolving the conflict. They also voiced support for all Security Council resolutions, including the latest, Resolution 2756 of October 31, 2024. Fajon further reaffirmed Slovenia's longstanding backing of efforts to reach a just, lasting, and mutually acceptable political solution based on compromise. Both officials also expressed continued support for MINURSO. Earlier this week, Estonia, Moldova, Croatia, Hungary, and Spain also expressed their backing for Morocco's autonomy plan for the Sahara.
Morocco World
18-04-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Slovenia Reaffirms Support for Morocco's Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara
Rabat – Slovenia has reiterated its support for Morocco's efforts to resolve the Western Sahara dispute. Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tanja Fajon said on Friday her country considers Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan a 'good basis for a final solution' to the conflict. Fajon made the statement during a press conference in Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana, after meeting with Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita. She commended Morocco's serious and credible efforts to resolve the Western Sahara dispute, and reiterated Slovenia's support for the Moroccan initiative. The statement also confirms Slovenia's position as outlined in the political declaration signed during her official visit to Rabat on June 11, 2024. In response, Morocco's foreign ministry said in a statement that 'this declaration serves as a reference point for the new momentum in bilateral relations and reflects Slovenia's stance on the regional conflict concerning the Moroccan Sahara.' Read also: De Mistura's Shift Puts Final Nail in Coffin of Algeria's Exposed Western Sahara Agenda During their meeting, the two ministers agreed that the United Nations should continue to lead the political process. They also reaffirmed their support for all UN Security Council resolutions on the matter, including last year's Resolution 2756. Fajon expressed Slovenia's long-standing support for the UN-led efforts to achieve a fair, lasting, and mutually acceptable political solution. The meeting between Morocco and Slovenia's ministers of foreign affairs Both Morocco and Slovenia also expressed their support for the UN Secretary-General and his Personal Envoy in encouraging all parties to move forward with the political process. They also confirmed their continued support for the UN peacekeeping mission in the region, known as MINURSO. Morocco's Autonomy Plan is currently enjoying international momentum, with several European countries, including France, Estonia, Spain, and Hungary, all recently reiterating their support for the Moroccan initiative. In addition, the US has also recently reiterated its support for Morocco's autonomy plan, describing it as a serious and credible solution, during Bourita's recent visit to Washington. Tags: MoroccoSloveniaWestern sahara
