SOFIA/KYIV – Bulgaria strongly supports Ukraine’s European integration based on its merits and is prepared to assist Kyiv by sharing valuable insights from its own integration experience. This was expressed by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov during a video conference with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, as reported by the Council of Ministers’ press service.
Prime Minister Zhelyazkov praised Ukraine’s commitment to essential reforms tied to the European Union (EU), especially in light of current geopolitical security challenges and ongoing Russian aggression.
Bulgaria is convinced that Ukraine’s future lies within the EU, and that European integration will ensure prosperity for the entire region, Zhelyazkov emphasized.
Bulgaria supports initiating the first negotiation cluster, with Zhelyazkov underscoring the significance of Ukraine’s action plan concerning national minorities as a vital element for opening the first negotiation chapter.
Zhelyazkov reaffirmed Bulgaria’s steadfast support for Ukraine amid the war, expressing the Bulgarian government’s endorsement of all efforts aimed at reaching a durable solution, including the commitment from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to halt Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine.
Negotiations should adhere to principles of justice, sovereignty, and security guarantees, ensuring peace as a foundation for long-term stability, security, and prosperity for both Europe and Ukraine, Zhelyazkov stated.
He highlighted Bulgaria’s readiness to take part in Ukraine’s post-war recovery, reconstruction, and reform efforts. The meeting also covered topics related to regional energy security and transportation connectivity.
On August 19, Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov participated in a video conference with the heads of state and government of EU member states to discuss the outcomes of the Washington meeting regarding Ukraine. Security guarantees for Ukraine should encompass sustainable support from both European and Euro-Atlantic partners, Zhelyazkov stated. He further asserted that Bulgaria, alongside EU partners and NATO allies, is prepared to help establish a framework for a just and lasting peace. (20.08.2025)
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