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Deputy Minister Maria Angelieva Chairs Meeting of the Interdepartmental Coordination Mechanism for Bulgaria's Accession to the OECD
On March 25, 2025, a regular meeting of the Interdepartmental Coordination Mechanism for Bulgaria's accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, chaired by Deputy Minister Maria Angelieva.
The participants in the meeting reviewed the progress achieved within the accession process. The outcomes of completed technical reviews and missions were discussed, alsong with preparations for upcoming technical assessments in the months ahead.
25 March 2025
Georg Georgiev Following His Meeting with the Slovak Foreign Minister: Slovakia is Our EU Partner and NATO Ally - Our Cooperation Remains Active and Productive
"Slovakia is our partner in the European Union and a NATO ally, we maintain active and fruitful cooperation at both bilateral and multilateral levels. The friendly relations between our two countries are founded on deep historical and cultural ties between our peoples." This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Georg Georgiev following his meeting with his Slovak counterpart Juraj Blanár, who arrived in Sofia today for a one-day working visit.
24 March 2025
Minister Georg Georgiev: Bulgaria Condemns in the Strongest Terms Any Attack Against Humanitarian Missions, Diplomatic Personnel, and UN Staff
"Bulgaria condemns in the strongest terms any attack against humanitarian missions, diplomatic personnel, and UN staff." This was stated to journalists by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Georg Georgiev, during his visit in Veliko Tarnovo on the occasion of the city's holiday.
"I take this opportunity once again to express my condolences to the relatives of our deceased compatriot. From this point onward, we expect an investigation to be conducted.
22 March 2025
The International Day of Francophonie was celebrated at the National Archaeological Museum with a concert by the Bulgarian-French trio "Orenda"
"Francophonie is a universe of languages, cultures, traditions and human connections. This is its greatest charm and attraction." With these words, Minister of Foreign Affairs Georg Georgiev addressed the attendees at the opening of the concert organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and performed by the Bulgarian-French trio "Orenda", in celebration of the International Day of Francophonie – 20 March.
Georg Georgiev recalled that the French language has traditionally been the language of culture, arts, fashion, education, science and diplomacy.
21 March 2025
Deputy Minister Maria Angelieva Represented Bulgaria at the OECD Development Assistance Committee High-Level Meeting
Deputy Minister Maria Angelieva represented Bulgaria at the High-Level Meeting of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Development Assistance Committee (DAC), held on 20 March this year in Paris. As a country with "participant" status in the DAC since 2018, Bulgaria took part in the forum for the third time. In addition to the members of the Committee, observers, key partners, representatives of leading international organisations, and others participated in the meeting. OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann addressed the participants with a welcome speech.
21 March 2025
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Position
In connection with the information provided to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the death of a Bulgarian citizen employed within the United Nations system in Gaza today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs extends its sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of our compatriot.
This evening, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Georg Georgiev, held a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Israel, Gideon Sa'ar.
19 March 2025
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Announcement
According to preliminary information received by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, a Bulgarian citizen working within the UN system was killed in Gaza earlier today. Further information can be provided at a later stage, once the Bulgarian side has been informed of the outcome of the investigation by the competent bodies into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
19 March 2025
Georg Georgiev Assured the Foreign Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia in Sofia Today of Our Country's Readiness to Provide Additional Assistance in the Current Difficult Time
"The Bulgarian government remains ready to provide additional assistance to its friends and neighbours should they require it in this difficult time." The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Georg Georgiev, assured his counterpart – the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of North Macedonia, Timcho Mutsunski, who was in Sofia today for a short visit, together with the Minister of Health, Dr. Arben Taravari, to personally acquaint himself with the condition of their fellow citizens admitted for treatment in our country, who were injured in the serious incident in the city of Kochani.
18 March 2025
A regular meeting of the EU's General Affairs Council took place in Brussels
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Elena Shekerletova, represented Bulgaria at the regular meeting of the EU General Affairs Council. European ministers focused on preparations for the upcoming European Council meeting on 20-21 March, EU-UK relations, the European Semester, and legislative programming.
18 March 2025
Deputy Minister Maria Angelieva Received Copies of the Letters of Credence of the Ambassador of the Republic of Zambia, Her Excellency Ms. Judith Maria Adeodata Mwenga
On 18 March 2025, the Ambassador of the Republic of Zambia to Bulgaria, based in Paris, Her Excellency Ms. Judith Maria Adeodata Mwenga, presented copies of her letters of credence to the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Maria Angelieva.
During the conversation, the shared commitment to strengthening and deepening bilateral cooperation was emphasised, with a particular focus on education, technology, and innovation as key areas of collaboration.
18 March 2025