Slovenia: membership application and partnership, 10 June 1996

The European Parliament adopted the report drafted by Mr Claudio MARTELLI (Non-attached, I) on Slovenia's progress towards accession. This resolution welcomes the progress made in Slovenia, especially in such areas as economic reform and the implementation of the acquis. However, further significant improvements are needed in administration to ensure effective application of Community legislation and that further progress is needed with regard to the legal system. In addition, the Parliament welcomes Slovenia's agreement to close duty-free shops by the end of year. Slovenia, however, must develop the privatisation process in the insurance sector and adopt legislation to reform the pension system. Lastly, it was highlighted that the Parliament wishes to see a rapid settlement of the border dispute with Croatia. �