Speeches

Duke of York speaks at the launch conference
18. September, 2007
At Jable Castle near Ljubljana, the Duke of York took part in the launch conference of the training programme on energy for SE Europe.
Minister Vizjak speaks on liberalisation and functioning of energy markets
18. September, 2007
The project the United Kingdom and Slovenia are jointly launching today is to address the need for regional co-operation. Today’s event, and the amazing response to the project in general, confirms that our aims are beneficial and welcomed.
Minister Podobnik speaks on energy and climate security
18. September, 2007
Today is difficult to speak about energy, not mentioning climate change. We are already observing the predominantly adverse effects of climate change; however, much more is going to happen in the years and decades to come.
Minister Rupel on energy security and regional cooperation
18. September, 2007
Borders are becoming less important. As with the rest of the developed world, the attention of political leaders and voters in these countries too is turning to the bread and butter issues, with energy as one of the most important among them. It is of utmost importance that energy and climate issues are debated and remain positioned at the top of the political agenda both at global and regional level.