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Slovenia's election showdown pits liberal reformer against populist challenger
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Slovenians are heading to the polls this weekend in a high-stakes political battle between incumbent Prime Minister Janez Janša and opposition leader Marjan Šefčič, with European leaders warning of potential risks for regional stability if populism gains ground again after its previous electoral success last year.
Key Points
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1Slovenia is holding parliamentary elections on March 15, with voters choosing between incumbent Prime Minister Janez Janša and opposition leader Robert Golob.
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2The election outcome could determine whether Slovenia continues down an EU-aligned path or shifts toward right-wing populism similar to Hungary's under Viktor Orbán. Media outlets warn that a potential return of the populist leadership poses significant risks for European integration.
Developments
Mar 15, 07:48
Velika political battle in Slovenia as voters choose between candidates Marko Golo and Janez Janša.
Perspectives
The upcoming elections in Slovenia are being watched closely by Europe as voters choose between a liberal path and right-wing populism.
— [Mar 15, 06:48] Croatians head out for weekend elections, choosing an EU path or populist alternative? (Index.hr)The vote will determine whether the country returns to power with far-right populists who previously led it down a 'Hungarianization' road.
— [Mar 15, 06:48] Vracaju li se u Sloveniji na vlast desni populisti koji su je vec jednom odveli put madzarizacije? (Telegram.hr)Voters in Slovenia will be choosing between a liberal candidate and the populists on Sunday.
— [Mar 15, 06:48] Slovenci iduce nedjelje biraju izmedu liberala i populisti (24sata/hr)
Croatians head out for weekend elections, choosing between an EU path and right-wing populism?translated
Index.hr
1d ago