Deputy Foreign Minister Elena Shekerletova Receives Copies of the Letters of Credence of the Newly Appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to Bulgaria H.E. Mr Pontus Melander
18 September 2025 News
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Elena Shekerletova today received copies of the Letters of Credence of the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Sweden to the Republic of Bulgaria, H.E. Mr Pontus Melander.
Ambassador Melander identified as a key priority of his mission in Bulgaria the further deepening of bilateral relations in all areas of mutual interest, including trade and economic cooperation, scientific and technical partnership, and tourism.
Both sides reaffirmed their steadfast support for Ukraine and its right to self-defence against Russian aggression. Readiness was also expressed to strengthen the political dialogue on current issues on the international and European agenda. The discussions further addressed security in the Black Sea region, the EU enlargement policy, and efforts to combat climate change.
Deputy Minister Shekerletova expressed confidence that relations between Bulgaria and Sweden would continue their upward trajectory and wished Ambassador Melander every success in his mission.
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