PM Says Patria Scandal Diversion from Important Campaign Issues

Brežice, 3 September - Prime Minister Janez Jansa said in Brezice on Wednesday that the scandal surrounding Slovenia's procurement of armoured personnel carriers from Finnish defence contractor Patria diverted voters' attention from key topics, including pension and wage rises, development, decentralisation of the country and social and tax issues.

Brezica
SDS leader Janez Jansa says arms deal scandal diverting voters' attention from vital issues.
Photo: Rasto Bozic/STA

Brezica
SDS leader Janez Jansa says arms deal scandal diverting voters' attention from vital issues.
Photo: Rasto Bozic/STA

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