On June 23, 2010, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao held talks with Slovenian Prime Minister Borut Pahor at the Great Hall of the People.

Hailing the smooth development of China-Slovenia relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties 18 years ago, Wen said the two peoples had enjoyed profound friendship. China applauded the Slovenian government's adherence to the one-China policy, Wen said, noting that China would like to work with Slovenia to keep closer exchanges and cooperation in all areas and at various levels for the benefit of both peoples. He hoped that Slovenia would continue playing a positive role in the European Union and work with China to promote China-EU relations.

Wen said Slovenia enjoyed an advantageous geographic location as well as sound foundation of industry, science and technology. China valued the economic and trade cooperation with Slovenia, and supported domestic businesses taking part in Slovenia's infrastructure construction and expanding investment there, he said, adding that the businesses of the two countries could discuss the possibility of jointly exploring the third-party markets. Wen hoped the two nations could expand exchanges in tourism and education to deepen mutual understanding between the two peoples.

Pahor said that China was a good friend of Slovenia. He spoke highly of China's remarkable achievements in pursuing a path of development suited to its own national conditions, believing that China would contribute more to promoting world peace and development. Slovenia attached strategic importance to relations with China, and strongly favored increasing friendly cooperation with China in face of the international financial crisis and other global issues and challenges, Pahor said. He hoped the two nations would maintain high-level contacts and strengthen economic and cultural exchanges. Pahor said Slovenia opposed trade protectionism, and welcomed increased investment by Chinese businesses in Slovenia. Slovenia would create sound conditions for cooperation between the two countries' businesses, and would make positive efforts to advance EU-China relations, he said.

The Slovenian Prime Minister also extended his sympathies to those affected by recent floods in South China, for which Premier Wen expressed thanks.

Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi, Chinese Ambassador to Slovenia Sun Rongmin and other officials attended the talks.