Trump-style conservativism returns as Slovenia' PM makes radical political shift

Key Points:

• Slovenia's Prime Minister Janez Janša, now in his fourth term, has formed a new coalition government after ousting leftist leader Robert Golob, signaling a shift toward more conservative, pro-business policies.
• Janša has reversed previous anti-Israel stances by planning to move Slovenia's embassy to Jerusalem, freezing recognition of a Palestinian state, and lifting a military trade ban with Israel, while also emphasizing strong US relations.
• Domestically, Janša aims to cut government red tape, support private education and healthcare, reform pensions, and invest in infrastructure, including expanding the Krško nuclear power plant.
• Despite controversies, including past imprisonment on politically charged charges and a reputation for aggressive social media use, Janša remains a skilled coalition builder, securing his position despite his party narrowly losing the popular vote.
• Janša supports Ukraine against Russian aggression, advocates for stricter immigration policies aligned with former US President Trump’s approach, and faces criticism for alleged threats to Slovenia’s democracy and media independence.