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Statement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Daniel Mitov
I consider today’s statement by the Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov delivered before the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation and concerning a possible partitioning of the Republic of Macedonia between Albania and Bulgaria extremely irresponsible.
20 May 2015
Strengthening the transatlantic bond is a key priority for Bulgaria
Strengthening the transatlantic bond is a key priority for the Bulgarian government. We need to work for NATO’s unity because it is the strongest guarantor of the security and stability of Bulgaria and the region, said Minister Daniel Mitov at the meeting with General Joseph Ralston, Supreme Commander of NATO forces in Europe (2000-2003).
19 May 2015
EU will closely monitor the developments in the Republic of Macedonia
Minister Daniel Mitov participated in the Foreign Affairs Council meeting, which was held today in Brussels. The EU top diplomats discussed the situation in the Republic of Macedonia and voiced concern over the political crisis in the country.
18 May 2015
Minister Daniel Mitov met with the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Macedonia
Minister Daniel Mitov conferred today with his Macedonian counterpart Nikola Poposki at the meeting of NATO foreign ministers, which is held in Antalya, Turkey.
13 May 2015
Minister Mitov: NATO’s unity in these difficult times is a guarantee for the stability and security of the Member States
Foreign Minister Daniel Mitov participated in the meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers, which takes place on 13-14 May in Antalya, Turkey.
13 May 2015
Position of the Security Council with the Council of Ministers
An extraordinary meeting of the Security Council with the Council of Ministers was held today in Sofia. The participants agreed on the following:
12 May 2015
Bulgaria and Spain share common views and approaches on the conflict situations close to the EU borders
The Bulgarian government attaches significant importance to the active dialogue and cooperation with the Kingdom of Spain aimed at achieving the strategic objectives as allies and partners in NATO and the EU. This was stated by Minister Daniel Mitov at a joint press conference with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Kingdom of Spain, Jose Manuel Garcia-Margallo y Marfil, who is paying an official visit to Bulgaria at the invitation of his Bulgarian counterpart.
12 May 2015
Minister Daniel Mitov held a telephone conversation with his Macedonian counterpart
The political stability of the Republic of Macedonia and the preservation of its territorial integrity are particularly important for Bulgaria, said Minister Daniel Mitov in today’s telephone conversation with his Macedonian counterpart. For his part, Nikola Poposki informed the Bulgarian Foreign Minister about the current situation in the Republic of Macedonia.
11 May 2015
Bulgaria expresses concern over the situation in Kumanovo, the Republic of Macedonia
Bulgaria expresses deep concern over the situation in Kumanovo, the Republic of Macedonia. We extend our condolences to the families and relatives of the deceased and injured. We hope that the security in the affected areas of the city will be restored as soon as possible as to avoid further escalation of tensions and increase of the number of victims.
10 May 2015
Bulgaria provides humanitarian aid to victims of Nepal earthquake
Bulgaria will provide USD 40 000 in humanitarian aid to children and their families who suffered in the Nepal earthquake. This decision is an expression of Bulgaria's solidarity and commitment to the international efforts to overcome the consequences of one of the most devastating natural disasters in recent times and to the restoration of Nepal.
07 May 2015