Janez Janša, the prime minister aiming for a quiet term

Janez Janša has assumed the role of prime minister for the fourth time, heading a government that secured a comfortable majority with 49 votes in the National Assembly. At 67 years old, Janša is one of the oldest politicians elected to the current parliament and stands as the last active figure from the generation that led Slovenia to independence.

This marks a significant moment, as Janša, now considerably older than when he first took office, represents the final active politician from the pivotal 1990s era. This generation was instrumental in transitioning Slovenia's political system, holding a plebiscite for independence, leading the defense war, and achieving international recognition.

Janša's political career spans decades. He vied for a parliamentary seat for the twelfth time in 2026, counting from the assembly elections in 1990. Each time, he has been elected, often with decisive results. His journey began in local politics, a path he has followed for over three decades, demonstrating a consistent presence and electoral success throughout Slovenia's post-independence history.