Presidential elections are conducted Slovenia, wrote Kommersant newspaper of Russia.

Incumbent President Borut Pahor is the favorite in this voting. His main challenger is Mayor of Kamnik and former comedy actor Marjan Šarec.

Nine candidates are running for president.

According to the State Election Commission of Slovenia, more than 1.7 million citizens are eligible to vote in this election.

If no contender gets absolute majority of votes, a presidential runoff will be held.