The regatta, organised by the Veter Sailing Club and the Foreign Ministry, is an opportunity for diplomats to socialize in a laid-back setting while competing.

Minister Erjavec will attend the evening proceedings when the best boats are awarded.

The diplomats' regatta is the only event in Slovenia where diplomats can compete with each other.

It also gives sailors an opportunity to sail with members of the diplomatic corps or prominent politicians and businessmen, with teams determined in a draw.

Every year the regatta attracts a crowd of several thousand people.

The idea to organise it dates back to 2002, when Australian Honorary Consul Viktor Baraga and Veter Sailing Club boss Branko Auguštin proposed organising a regatta to bring together diplomats accredited to Slovenia.

The first regatta was held in 2003.