MPs reject motion for referendum on EUR 780m in defence spending

Ljubljana, 27 October - Parliament rejected on Tuesday an opposition motion for a consultative referendum on EUR 780 million in additional defence spending planned for 2021-2026. While most opposition parties spoke of bad timing and of the need for voters to have a say, the coalition stressed the need to invest in the army, security and honour international commitments.

Vrhnika Slovenian Armed Forces. Photo: Bor Slana/STA

Vrhnika
Slovenian Armed Forces.
Photo: Bor Slana/STA

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