At today's joint press conference held by the Prime Minister, Janez Janša, the Minister of Finance, Andrej Bajuk, and the Governor of the Bank of Slovenia, Mitja Gaspari, the PM stressed that the adoption of the euro would be a historic event for Slovenia which would have many benefits.

 

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The Prime Minister said that Slovenia had received good news and that the adoption of the euro is one of the most important projects for the country. He also said that this would contribute to Slovenia's reputation in the world. He added that the euro would facilitate a more stable macro-economic environment, and simplify transactions between Slovenian companies and their economic partners, and the financial operations of Slovenian citizens.

 

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The PM also stated the country was aware that the euro would bring new responsibilities, as public finance would have to continue to remain healthy. Slovenia does not wish to follow the unfortunate example of some EU members that have breached the provisions of the Stability and Growth Pact. Therefore, Slovenia would not delay the implementation of reforms, while the government would continue to focus on encouraging direct foreign investment.