The 10th round of Foreign Office Consultations between India and Slovenia was held in New Delhi, aimed at deepening bilateral ties and broadening cooperation across multiple sectors.

Key Outcomes

• Comprehensive Review of Bilateral Cooperation in following areas of interest
  • Political relations
  • Trade & Investment
  • Science & Technology, Innovation, Space, AI
  • Defence, Agriculture
  • Migration, Mobility, Cultural exchanges
• Commemoration of 35 Years of Diplomatic Ties (2027)
  • Agreement to mark the milestone with events showcasing partnership depth.
• Regional & Global Dialogue
  • Exchange of views on global and regional issues of mutual interest
  • Collaboration on addressing contemporary global challenges

About Slovenia

• Location: Central Europe (bordered by Austria, Italy, Hungary, Croatia)
• Capital: Ljubljana
• EU Membership: Since 2004 (also member of Schengen, Eurozone, NATO).
• Relevance to India:
• • Diversification of India’s EU engagement:  Slovenia as a gateway to Central and Eastern Europe (CEE).
  • Emerging Technologies Diplomacy: AI, Space, Digitalisation align with India’s tech-driven global strategy
  • Support for Multilateralism: Partnership with EU member enhances India’s voice in Europe
  • Economic Potential: Trade & innovation-led cooperation opens niche opportunitiesGateway to Central and Eastern Europe; strategic EU partner; scope in innovation & niche manufacturing.

Conclusion

India–Slovenia relations reflect India’s nuanced foreign policy of engaging smaller but strategic partners to diversify partnerships, promote technology collaboration, and enhance presence in Europe.