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The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Ivan Kondov, held a meeting with the Ambassador of the State of Israel in Bulgaria, H.E. Mr. Yosef Levi-Sfari
On 23 May 2024 the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Ivan Kondov met with the Ambassador of the State of Israel to Bulgaria H.E. Mr. Yosef Levi Sfari. During the talks, the sides discussed the latest developments in the conflict between Israel and Hamas, as well as issues of bilateral relations and the current situation in the Middle East. Issues concerning cooperation between Bulgaria and Israel in international forums were also in focus.
27 May 2024
Deputy Minister Maria Angelieva participates in the celebration of Africa Day
On May 26, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Maria Angelieva participated in the event on the occasion of the Day of Africa (May 25), which was held in the Ceremonial Hall of the Sofia University ‘St. Kliment Ohridski’.
27 May 2024
Meeting of the Permanent Secretary Svetlan Stoev with representatives of the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
On 23 May 2024, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Svetlan Stoev received representatives of the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). The upcoming early elections for the National Assembly and the European Parliament on 9 June this year in the Republic of Bulgaria were discussed.
23 May 2024
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Ivan Kondov held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark to the Republic of Bulgaria, Mr. Jes Brogaard Nielsen
During the talks, the two diplomats underlined the long-standing fruitful cooperation between the two countries, both bilaterally and within the EU and NATO.
23 May 2024
Ministry of Foreign Affairs presented an update on the organization of the elections abroad for the National Assembly and the European Parliament
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ivan Kondov and the Chairperson and Deputy Chairman of the Working Group ‘Elections’ in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Svetlan Stoev and Boryana Stoynova presented at a briefing today an update on the organization set up by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the upcoming elections for the National Assembly and the European Parliament outside the country on 9 June.
23 May 2024
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Ivan Kondov held a protocol meeting with the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the Republic of Bulgaria Mr. Miroslav Toman
During the talks, the two diplomats highlighted the excellent bilateral dialogue between the two countries, as well as the long-standing cultural ties between the Bulgarian and Czech people. They discussed the prospects for further deepening bilateral relations in areas of mutual interest such as economy and investment, tourism, security and defence, as well as cooperation within the EU and NATO.
23 May 2024
An EU General Affairs Council is held in Brussels
Deputy Foreign Minister Ivan Kondov represented Bulgaria at today's ordinary meeting of the EU's General Affairs Council in Brussels.
21 May 2024
Deputy Minister Ivan Kondov presented Bulgaria at the International Conference on Nuclear Security ICONS 2024
The International Conference on Nuclear Security, the fourth edition of which takes place in Vienna from 20–24 May 2024 under the motto ‘Shaping the Future’, is a global forum within the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that provides an opportunity to promote international cooperation through the exchange of information, best practices, and innovation in the field of nuclear security.
21 May 2024
Deputy Minister Ivan Kondov participates in the 133rd session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe and the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the organisation
The year 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe. The anniversary was marked with a solemn ceremony during the 133rd session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe, on 16 and 17 May in Strasbourg, France. The Republic of Bulgaria was represented by Deputy Minister Ivan Kondov.
20 May 2024
Bulgaria supports the initiative of Switzerland and Ukraine for the first Peace Summit in Ukraine
Bulgaria supports the initiative of Switzerland and Ukraine to convene the first Peace Summit in Ukraine. On this occasion, Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev met with Ambassador of Ukraine Olesya Ilashchuk and Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation Raymund Furrer.
17 May 2024