Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova remains in Armenia for the Eighth Summit of the European Political Community, which commenced in Yerevan on Monday, according to the President’s press secretariat. During the summit, President Iotova is scheduled to participate in a high-level discussion regarding the influence of the Vertical Gas Corridor on regional energy security. This corridor represents a strategic effort designed to bolster energy security and diversify natural gas supplies across Southeastern, Eastern, and Central Europe.
In her address at the forum, President Iotova plans to emphasize the importance of transport and energy connectivity within Europe. Her participation in the “European Coalition Against Drugs” event is also part of the summit’s agenda. Additionally, she is slated to meet with Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas on the sidelines of the event.
The Summit is jointly chaired by European Council President Antonio Costa and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, as confirmed by EU institutions. Earlier on Sunday, President Iotova and Mr. Pashinyan signed a Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership between Bulgaria and Armenia.
During her visit, President Iotova also toured the Peyo Yavorov Primary School in Yerevan, named after the notable Bulgarian poet. President Iotova and her Armenian counterpart, Vahagn Khachaturyan, held discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation. President Iotova reiterated the significance of the European Political Community in advancing connectivity and fostering broader European relations, particularly concerning energy infrastructure like the gas corridors.
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