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Janša’s PM nomination backed by slim 50-seat coalition.

5/20/2026

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SDS deputies submitted SDS leader Janez Janša’s candidacy for prime minister, with a parliamentary vote set for Friday.
The proposed coalition of SDS, four centre-right parties and Resnica holds a slim majority of 50 of 90 seats.
Parliament speaker Zoran Stevanovic said he expects the prime-ministerial nomination to be approved.
Coalition partners agreed on tax relief for businesses and measures to combat corruption.

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SDS deputies submitted SDS leader Janez Janša’s candidacy for prime minister, with a parliamentary vote set for Friday.
The proposed coalition of SDS, four centre-right parties and Resnica holds a slim majority of 50 of 90 seats.
Parliament speaker Zoran Stevanovic said he expects the prime-ministerial nomination to be approved.
Coalition partners agreed on tax relief for businesses and measures to combat corruption.