The pair discussed the "strengthening of friendship between the two nations" and exchanged views on participation in Euro-Atlantic organisations and regional initiatives, Pahor's office said.

Pahor and Grabar Kitarović held a brief meeting on the margins of the 15 February inauguration.

Pahor has suggested he would strive to forge close ties with Grabar Kitarović in the resolution of outstanding bilateral issues and in regional initiatives such as the Brdo process.