It is a leading Slovenian planning body specialising in spatial, sustainable and inclusive planning. It was established in 1955 by the National Assembly of Slovenia as a research and consultancy agency with focus on the location and quality of social, economic and environmental change. In 1993, the Urban Planning Institute became a public research organisation and its activity is partly funded by the Government.

Objectives

• Advancement of theoretical research in planning and design
• Development and evaluation of planning methods and techniques
• Development and application of planning information systems
• Development of new activities related to institution building support
• Education and training of planning students and professionals
• Implementation of applied research in design projects
• Publishing, information exchange and documentation of planning literature
• Transfer of knowledge through consultation activities

The Public Agency of the Republic of Slovenia for Entrepreneurship and Foreign Investments (JAPTI) operates on a mandate to attract and retain foreign direct investment, foster entrepreneurial spirit and innovation, help across the international business community. More land for industrial use and a number of new business zones and technology parks are tangible results of government commitment to attract more FDI projects to Slovenia. Slovenia’s key strength in high level human skills with a flair for innovation available at reasonable cost appeal to investors with sustainable investment and long-term thinking. Join  foreign investors who have benefited from the expertise and dedication of JAPTI people and the guidance and financing from the Ministry of the Economy and land your investment project on the sunny side of the Alps.

Support and facilitation of services for investors are free of charge and include:

• Information on legislation, taxes and incentive
• Information on industrial sites and local suppliers
• Links with industry and local authorities
• Organisation of fact-finding missions, business and investment conferences and trade shows.

Strengthening of the competitive edge of Slovenian companies and the transformation of Slovenia's economy to meet the demands of the global economy are the objectives firmly at the heart of the Ministry's agenda.

Policy measures underpin the government’s themes  of developing a business culture and common standards in a society that promote innovation, investment in knowledge, new technology and enterprise, and towards formulating regulations that will stimulate enterprise and innovation in companies. These themes are the means by which the Ministry will reduce risks for companies and for individuals arising from ever-increasing pace and scope of changes, reduce aversion to change and help businesses and their owners turn problems into opportunities.