Located at 28 Rue Bois-Le-Vent, the Ambassade de Slovénie en France stands as a testament to the enduring bond between Slovenia and France. It is more than just a building. It is a vibrant hub of cultural exchange.
The Ambassade de Slovénie in Paris serves as the official diplomatic mission. It represents the Republic of Slovenia to the French Republic. Since 2024, Renata Cvelbar Bek has served as the ambassadress.
The Ambassade de Slovénie actively promotes Slovenian culture in France. The embassy supports a wide array of events. These events include art exhibitions. They also include film screenings and literary presentations.
Notably, the Ambassade de Slovénie played a key role in the Livre Paris fair in 2019. It presented Slovenian literature comprehensively for the first time. This initiative was co-organized with the Slovenian Book Agency. It featured several cultural events. Round table discussions also took place.
The Ambassade de Slovénie supports Slovenian artists. They are regularly present in France. Many are invited to the Paris Salons. Others take up residencies at the Cité internationale des arts. This institution also houses a Slovenian studio.
Music is a key element of the Ambassade de Slovénie’s cultural program. Musicians of various genres perform at French festivals. Conductor Martina Batič led the choir of the French National Radio from 2018 to 2022.
The Ambassade de Slovénie has also highlighted Slovenian design. It presented it at Maison et Objet. This is a major French trade fair for interior design. In 2021, Paris Design Week featured Slovenian designers. They showcased their vision for the Future of Living.
The Ambassade de Slovénie commemorated the 150th anniversary of Jože Plečnik’s birth in 2022. They organized an exhibition at the UNESCO House in Paris. It featured the works of Canadian photographer Geoffrey James. The exhibition was titled Social Spaces.
The Ambassade de Slovénie actively fosters film collaborations. In the autumn of 2022, it organized the first Days of Slovenian Film in France. This festival presented five feature films. It also presented four short films. The festival highlighted female filmmakers.
The Ambassade de Slovénie supports the Department of Slovenian Language at INALCO. This college offers a PhD in Slovenian language and culture. The embassy also facilitates student exchanges. It supports various cultural events.
The Ambassade de Slovénie stands as a bridge. It connects Slovenia and France through culture, education, and diplomacy. It is a place where ideas flourish. Friendships are forged. The Ambassade de Slovénie remains a symbol of international partnership.