Slovenia’s parliament has elected Janez Jansa as prime minister, paving the way for the Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS) leader to begin a fourth term in office.
Jansa secured the mandate to form a government after lawmakers voted 51-36 in favour of his nomination, the Slovenian Press Agency (STA) reported on Friday.
He is expected to lead Slovenia’s 16th government once the cabinet is formed.
Following the vote, Jansa pledged to uphold the constitutional order and work for the country’s prosperity.
“Important step towards a more successful and freer Slovenia,” he said, according to STA.
Speaking to reporters after the vote, Jansa said coalition talks on ministerial appointments would begin Monday and that he expects the new government to be sworn in within two weeks.
“The development and wealth of Slovenia are the top priorities of this coalition,” Jansa told parliament when presenting his candidature.
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