Slovenia Approves Jansa as Prime Minister
Slovenia's parliament approved Janez Jansa as prime minister, shifting the country's leadership to a right-wing coalition.
Lauren Collins ·
Slovenian Parliament Confirms Janez Jansa as Prime Minister
Ljubljana, Slovenia – On Friday, May 22, 2026, Slovenia's parliament approved right-wing politician Janez Jansa as prime minister, marking his fourth term in office. The 90-member assembly voted 51-36 in favor of Jansa, leader of the Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS), concluding a two-month post-election stalemate.
Jansa's appointment follows a coalition agreement between the SDS and several center-right groups, including New Slovenia, Democrats, the Slovenian People's Party, and Focus. This coalition commands 43 seats in the parliament and secured additional backing from the right-wing Resnica party. The move shifts Slovenia's political landscape from a recent liberal government.
The new government's agenda, outlined by Jansa, prioritizes economic reforms, anti-corruption measures, reduction of bureaucracy, and decentralization. Specific proposals include lower taxes for high-income individuals and support for private education and healthcare. Jansa previously served as prime minister from 2004-2008, 2012-2013, and 2020-2022.