Drnovsek: Decision about New Defence Minister Won't Be Political

Ljubljana, 11 November - Slovene Prime Minister Janez Drnovsek has not decided yet on the new defence minister after Alojz Krapez recently submitted his resignation. As Drnovsek said on Wednesday, he is discussing the issue with the coalition partners' representatives and 'conducting special inquiries and additional consultations'. He stressed he wanted to ensure a professional solution as well as stability in the ministry's operation