Together with the European Investment Bank, Banka Slovenije organised an international conference entitled Revitalising Investment for a Sustainable Future.
This high-level event explored key economic challenges and opportunities for Slovenia and Europe. Discussion focused on why Europe’s productivity growth lags behind major economies, the unique challenges Slovenia faces, and the barriers to investment in breakthrough technologies, infrastructure, and energy. We examineed the policies and collaborations needed to drive innovation and ensure long-term growth while leveraging Slovenia’s competitive advantages. Given the uncertain geopolitical landscape, protectionist policies, and structural economic challenges, this event provided valuable insights into navigating risks and sustaining growth through 2025–2027.
The conference was opened by Primož Dolenc, Acting Governor of Banka Slovenije, and Simon Savšek, Head of EIB Group Office. The keynote speakers were Debora Revoltella, Chief Economist at the EIB, who presented the EIB’s Investment Report and the Main Findings for Slovenia 2024/25, and Marko Pahor, Vice-Governor of Banka Slovenije, who shared insights from the Survey on the access to finance of enterprises. Their presentations provided a comprehensive overview of the current investment landscape, key economic trends, and financial challenges impacting businesses in Slovenia.
The main part of the event was a roundtable discussion chaired by Tina Žumer, Vice-governor of Banka Slovenije, with the participation of:
Maja Bednaš, Acting Director, Institute of Macroeconomic Analysis and Development
Nina Dremelj, Managing partner at Vesna deep tech Fund, President of Business Angels of Slovenia
Matevž Frangež, State Secretary, Ministry of Economy, Tourism, and Sport
Iztok Seljak, President, Managers' Association of Slovenia
Anita Stojčevska, Board Member, OTP Bank
