"The issue is expected to be launched in the near future, subject to market conditions," the treasury said about the bond.

So far this year the treasury has only issued T-bills, with the early-February issue of 3- 6- and 12-month bills having negative interest for the first time.

Last year Slovenia issued 10- and 30-year bonds in July, subsequently expanding the 30-year issue in September.

The 10-year issue has interest of 2.251% and the 30-year bond sold with a coupon rate of 3.125%.

The treasury can borrow up to EUR 6.8bn this year according to government budgeting documents, which includes current borrowing and front-loading for next year.

Finance Ministry data show debt of EUR 4.6bn will fall due for repayment this year.