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Position of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria expresses deep disappointment at the continued unconstructive approach of the authorities in Skopje and the lack of openness in communication with the public.

27 January 2026

Deputy Minister Elena Shekerletova participates in a meeting of the EU General Affairs Council

The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Elena Shekerletova, took part in the first regular meeting of the General Affairs Council of the European Union for the year, held in Brussels. At the start of the session, the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU presented its priorities, aimed at building a more autonomous European Union by reducing strategic dependencies and strengthening its ability to act effectively on the international stage. Key priorities highlighted included: Ukraine, the new Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), competitiveness and economic growth, security and defence

26 January 2026

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikolay Berievski meets with UNICEF Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia Regina De Dominicis

The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nikolay Berievski, met with the UNICEF Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, Ms Regina De Dominicis, during her working visit to Bulgaria on 22–23 January. During the meeting, prospects for future cooperation between Bulgaria and UNICEF post-2027 were discussed, as the current Cooperation Programme with UNICEF, approved by the Bulgarian government, is set to expire at that time. Deputy Minister Berievski underscored the high priority Bulgaria places on the protection and promotion of children's rights.

22 January 2026

Georg Georgiev: The Opening of the Road Section from Dimario to the Border with Bulgaria at Rudozem Is an Important Step Towards Better Connectivity and Sustainable Development

"The opening of the road section from Dimario to the border with Bulgaria at Rudozem will contribute to strengthening economic cooperation, improving transport connectivity, and encouraging contacts between people on both sides of the border." This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria, Georg Georgiev, during the official ceremony for the commissioning of the "Dimario – Bulgarian-Greek border" road section, which took place today in the Hellenic Republic.

20 January 2026

Bulgaria Supports the Implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Plan for Gaza

Bulgaria welcomes the announcement of the start of the second phase of the Comprehensive Plan to End the Conflict in Gaza, proposed by President Donald Trump and endorsed by United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803. The establishment of the Peace Council and the Executive Council, as well as the appointment of a National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, composed of Palestinian technocrats, represent important steps towards the stabilisation and reconstruction of the region.

16 January 2026

Bulgaria Records New Lowest Rate of U.S. Visa Refusals

Bulgaria has recorded a new historic low in the refusal rate for U.S. tourist and business visas during the United States’ 2025 fiscal year. This is shown by the official data published today by the U.S. Department of State. The achieved refusal rate of 5.11 per cent, the lowest recorded for our country in nearly two decades, follows a record decline in the previous fiscal year and clearly demonstrates Bulgaria’s steady and tangible progress in meeting this key criterion for inclusion in the United States Visa Waiver Program.

16 January 2026

Deputy Minister Nikolay Berievski Received Copies of the Credentials of the Newly Appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Palestine to Bulgaria H.E. Dr. Anwar Agha

Deputy Minister Nikolay Berievski received copies of the credentials of the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Palestine to Bulgaria, H.E. Dr. Anwar Agha. The interlocutors discussed recent developments in the Middle East region, with Ambassador Agha expressing gratitude for Bulgaria's active support for a sustainable resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict based on the two-state solution.

16 January 2026

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Strongly Condemns Attack on the Bulgarian Embassy in Skopje

On 11 January this year, an unidentified individual carried out an attack on the Bulgarian Embassy in Skopje. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria strongly condemns this act against the building of Bulgaria’s diplomatic mission in Skopje – a symbol of Bulgarian statehood and the official presence of the Republic of Bulgaria in the Republic of North Macedonia.

11 January 2026

Deputy Minister Nikolay Pavlov Takes Part in Event Presenting the Priorities of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikolay Pavlov took part in an event dedicated to the main priorities of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union for the next six months. The event was organised by PanEuropa Bulgaria and the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus, in partnership with the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Diplomatic Institute to the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

08 January 2026

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Addresses the Hellenic Republic over Farmers’ Protests

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria has sent an official diplomatic note to the Hellenic Republic in connection with the closure of key road arteries and border crossing points during the protest actions of Greek farmers. The note emphasises that the prolonged blocking of roads and border crossings has led to serious economic difficulties for Bulgarian transport companies, exporters and citizens, as well as to the disruption of the free movement of persons and goods guaranteed under European Union law.

07 January 2026