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Slovenia's Janez Janša reverses key Israel and immigration policies
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Key Points:
- Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Janša, now in his fourth term, has reversed many policies of his predecessor Robert Golob, including shifting Slovenia's embassy to Jerusalem and strengthening ties with Israel and the U.S.
- Janša aims to boost Slovenia's economy by cutting government red tape, supporting private education and healthcare, reforming pensions, and investing in infrastructure like expanding the Krško nuclear power plant.
- Politically, Janša is known for his strong stance on immigration, aligning with Trump-like policies, and has called for fundamental changes to EU immigration practices, including reducing irregular migration and increasing deportations.
- Despite losing the popular vote in the recent election, Janša formed a governing coalition and secured a parliamentary majority, showcasing his reputation as a master coalition builder.
- Janša's controversial career includes a past imprisonment on politically charged charges and ongoing criticism for undermining media independence, though he remains a significant figure in Slovenian politics since the country's independence movement.
