Slovenia invests 685 million euros in digital transformation strategy

Slovenia has made notable strides towards achieving the European Union's 2030 digital goals, according to a recent report from the European Commission. The report, part of the state of the digital decade 2025, evaluates various aspects of Slovenia's digital transformation, highlighting a strong commitment from the country to align its national goals with EU benchmarks. In Slovenia, 63 percent of its digital goals are currently on track with the planned timeline, reflecting substantial progress in critical areas such as 5G network coverage and the use of artificial intelligence by companies, which has nearly doubled over recent findings. Despite these advances, the Commission has recognized the need for further efforts, particularly in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises in adopting digital and advanced technologies. As part of its national strategy, Slovenia is focusing on enhancing digital public services, which currently meet the European average for accessibility for both citizens and businesses. The Ministry of Digital Transformation recognizes these efforts as crucial for ensuring that Slovenia stays competitive within the EU framework. A key component of this initiative includes the substantial financial investment aimed at promoting digital transformation. The revised strategy, named Digital Slovenia 2030, outlines 81 specific measures, necessitating a total investment of 685 million euros, which represents 1.02 percent of Slovenia's GDP. This robust financial commitment is designed to support the ongoing modernization of the country's technological landscape and ensure citizens and businesses benefit from enhanced digital services. Additionally, Slovenia's recovery and resilience plan incorporates digital measures, with a significant allocation of 513 million euros earmarked for this purpose. This approach indicates a long-term vision for the country’s digital future, reinforcing its ambition to be a leader in technological advancements within the EU. With a foundation of solid infrastructure and committed financial resources, Slovenia aims not only to fulfill EU expectations but also to elevate its position in the digital economy landscape, underscoring the importance of continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging technologies.