Defence Minister Talks about Defence Budget for Vecer

Maribor, 24 January - Compared to NATO members Slovenia pays relatively little for its defence and the money is used transparently as planned, Defence Minister Anton Grizold said in an interview for Saturday's Vecer. The minister was optimistic about the professionalisation of the armed forces and about the success of Slovenian units in peace missions. He is still convinced about the necessity of NATO membership.