Deputy Minister Polendakov participated in the closing meeting of the Georgian Chairmanship of the BSEC
15 June 2026 News
Deputy Minister Christo Polendakov participated in the closing meeting of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Member States of the Organization of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC), officially marking the end of the Georgian Chairmanship of the Organization. The meeting was held online on June 15, 2026.
In his address Deputy Minister Polendakov highlighted the role of the BSEC as an effective model for multilateral economic cooperation and an important forum for promoting dialogue and good neighborly relations in the Black Sea region. Particular emphasis was placed on cooperation with the European Union and the implementation of projects of regional importance.
Deputy Minister Polendakov expressed appreciation for Georgia's efforts to strengthen cooperation between the Member States and for progress achieved in advancing the Organization's common priorities. He also expressed his gratitude to the BSEC member states and to the BSEC General Secretary, Ambassador Lazar Comanescu, for the support and constructive cooperation and wished success to Greece, which will assume the rotating presidency of the Organization from July 1, 2026, emphasizing that through joint efforts, the Black Sea region can continue to establish itself as a space of peace, stability and economic development.