Foreign policy
News about Bulgaria’s international relations, diplomacy, positions on global issues, and participation in international organizations.
Government meeting with the US Department of State: Security and visa regime
The Prime Minister discussed the strategic partnership with the US and security challenges, placing emphasis on the urgent abolition of visas for Bulgarian citizens.
Green Energy Corridor: Bulgaria and Azerbaijan accelerate strategic project
Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Georgia are joining forces to create a roadmap for a "Green Energy Corridor". Kiril Temelkov emphasized the role of diversification and network connectivity.
Bulgaria before the US: When will visas for Bulgarian citizens be abolished?
The Minister of Foreign Affairs raised the issue of visa waivers for the US before the State Department. Will the travel regime for Bulgarians change?
Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva: Protecting human rights requires stability and independence
Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva discussed key human rights priorities, challenges to budgetary independence, and the record number of over 100,000 citizens protected in 2025 with diplomats.
Radev in Berlin: Bulgaria and Germany open a new chapter in strategic cooperation
Prime Minister Rumen Radev discussed with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz the deepening of economic ties, Bulgaria's role as an industrial partner, and future joint projects in defense and AI.
Rumen Radev on a key visit to Berlin: First meeting with Friedrich Merz
President Rumen Radev is traveling to Berlin for a meeting with Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The focus is on strategic partnership, the EU, and security.
Iliana Iotova heads to Baku: Bulgaria at the World Urban Forum
Vice President Iliana Iotova will represent Bulgaria at the 13th session of the World Urban Forum in Baku. The focus is on sustainable urban development and a safe living environment.
Bulgaria proposes a Maritime Security Center in the Black Sea
Bulgaria is pushing for the establishment of a Maritime Security Center in the Black Sea to protect critical infrastructure and EU stability. See the highlights from the forum in Varna.
Velislava Petrova on her first mission in Brussels: Western Balkans and Ukraine in focus
Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova is participating in the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels. The main topics of the meeting are cooperation with the Western Balkans and support for Ukraine.
Iliana Iotova: Bulgaria needs a consolidated foreign policy position
Vice President Iliana Iotova called for a unified foreign policy for Bulgaria and dismissed criticism of the Prime Minister as post-election political propaganda.
Ursula von der Leyen congratulates Rumen Radev on the prime ministerial post
EC President Ursula von der Leyen sent official congratulations to Rumen Radev on the occasion of his taking office as Prime Minister of Bulgaria.
Bulgaria adds Bulgarian geographical indications to global protection
Bulgaria has officially acceded to the Geneva Act of the Lisbon Agreement. Learn how this move will protect Bulgarian products internationally starting in 2026.
Important: Bulgaria negotiates postponement of key RRP reforms worth 401 million euros
The caretaker government has negotiated with the EC to postpone reforms concerning the anti-corruption commission and the investigation of the Prosecutor General. The new deadlines save 401 million euros under the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP).
Bulgaria and Armenia sign strategic partnership in Yerevan
Vice President Iliana Iotova and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan signed a declaration for a strategic partnership. The focus is on the economy, energy, and Armenia's integration into the EU.
Lagarde: There is no stagflation in the eurozone, but we are monitoring the risks
ECB President Christine Lagarde stated that the economic situation is not stagflation, but warned of risks of inflation and energy instability.