The party, launched on 15 October in Kočevje—where Prebilič served as mayor for 14 years—seeks to restore “decency, normalcy, and moderation” in politics ahead of the general election expected in March 2026. Prebilič, unanimously elected as party leader, criticised the country’s “shameless” political culture marked by scandals and populism, urging a return to cooperation, stability, and trust.
Renaissance’s platform rests on five key pillars: security, a well-organised public sector, economic competitiveness, political integrity, and cross-party cooperation. It promotes a just green transition that includes nuclear energy, strong anti-corruption measures, and investment in healthcare, education, and railway infrastructure.
The party also supports a strategic migration policy to attract skilled workers and aims to boost innovation and R&D to strengthen Slovenia’s economy.
Prebilič ruled out a post-election coalition with Janez Janša’s SDS due to “value differences” and signalled possible challenges with Prime Minister Robert Golob’s Freedom Movement and the Left, though he stressed openness to dialogue. With polls already showing early support and a strong reputation as a reformist, Prebilič is emerging as a potential new force in Slovenia’s political landscape.
