Parliament Endorses Janša for PM-Elect

Ljubljana, 28 January - The National Assembly endorsed Janez Janša, leader of the centre-right Democrats (SDS), for prime minister-elect by 51 votes to 39 on Saturday, opening the door for Slovenia to get a full-fledged government after weeks of political deadlock in the wake of early elections.

Ljubljana New PM-elect Janez Janša addresses the National Assembly after his appointment. Photo: Daniel Novakovič/STA

Ljubljana
New PM-elect Janez Janša addresses the National Assembly after his appointment.
Photo: Daniel Novakovič/STA

Ljubljana New PM-elect Janez Janša takes the oath of office after his appointment in parliament. Photo: Daniel Novakovič/STA

Ljubljana
New PM-elect Janez Janša takes the oath of office after his appointment in parliament.
Photo: Daniel Novakovič/STA

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