News - USA, New York, Permanent Representation of the Republic of Bulgaria to the UN

On June 26, 1945, 50 countries signed the United Nations Charter at the San Francisco Conference. Today, 81 years later, the 193 member states of the United Nations share the responsibility for its implementation.

Bulgaria and its partners marked the International Day of Play for the third consecutive year at UN Headquarters in New York.

Since its inaugural edition in 2013, held under the patronage of Ban Soon-taek, the International Bazaar has established itself as a valued annual tradition. The event has a charitable purpose.

Ambassador Gergana Karadjova emphasized that, in a time of growing geopolitical tensions, protracted crises, and increasing polarization, strengthening the mediation role of the United Nations is not merely desirable, but necessary. She highlighted the importance of preventive diplomacy, early conflict prevention, and restoring confidence in the multilateral system as key prerequisites for achieving lasting peace.

Ambassador Gergana Karadjova became the third ambassador from a European Union Member State to participate in New York City Mayor’s “NYC Junior Ambassadors” initiative. The initiative, launched by the Mayor of New York City, aims to introduce students to the principles of global citizenship, diplomacy, international cooperation, and the role of the United Nations, as well as to provide insight into the work of UN Member States during the previous and current year. During the nearly two-hour meeting, students had the opportunity to engage directly with ambassadors and ask questions freely.

The Permanent Mission of Bulgaria to the United Nations hosted an informal event marking Bulgaria’s historic victory in the landmark 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest.

Ambassador Gergana Karadjova donated two Bulgarian pysanky, which are now part of the international initiative “The Pysanka: A Symbol of Hope,” curated by Sofika Zielyk and organized by the Ukrainian Institute of America in partnership with the World Federation of Ukrainian Women’s Organizations. Bulgaria is the 20th country to join the exhibition with a pysanka contribution. Since 2022, the collection has grown to more than 1,000 pysanky, with participation from all 50 U.S. states except Alaska.