EPP Group to discuss its strategy for 2026 in Ljubljana

Strategic planning for its work in the European Parliament will be the focus of the EPP Group’s internal meeting, to be held this week in Ljubljana from Wednesday to Friday, 4-6 February 2026.

"As the strongest political family in Europe, the European People’s Party fights for a strong European economy, fair pay for fair work, and innovation that cares for people. We put citizens - not ideology - first. We work for a Europe that protects its external borders, builds a joint European defence capable of defending our continent, and has lively regions. Under the leadership of SDS President Janez Janša and NSi President Jernej Vrtovec, and with determined and influential Slovenian delegations within the EPP, Slovenia has a powerful voice in Europe - shaping decisions, delivering results, and creating high living standards for Europeans", said the EPP Group Chair Manfred Weber MEP.

"In Ljubljana, the EPP Group will discuss, who we will work with to deliver real change in Europe. Populists on the left and right oppose everything without proposing anything. The EPP must reject cooperation with far-left authoritarian governments, such as the current Slovenian government", said EPP Group Vice-Chair Romana Tomc MEP.

"We are meeting in Slovenia at a time when the country faces serious challenges under the current far-left government, that pretends to be liberal. Businesses are leaving, the healthcare system is deteriorating, and democratic institutions are under strain. This cannot continue, which is why strong partners in the Europe are more important than ever", concluded Matej Tonin MEP.

A doorstep press point with EPP Group Chair Manfred Weber, Slovenian EPP party leaders Janez Janša (SDS) and Jernej Vrtovec (NSi), and European Commissioners Andrius Kubilius and Raffaele Fitto will take place on Thursday, 5 February, at 7:30 a.m. at the InterContinental Hotel in Ljubljana. Technical details will follow.