Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova is continuing her visit to Armenia for the Eighth Summit of the European Political Community, which commenced in Yerevan on Monday. During her visit, President Iotova is scheduled to participate in a high-level event addressing the impact of the Vertical Gas Corridor on regional energy security. This strategic initiative is designed to bolster energy security and diversify natural gas supplies across Southeastern, Eastern, and Central Europe.
At the forum, President Iotova intends to emphasize the critical role of transport and energy connectivity within Europe. The President will also attend an event titled “European Coalition Against Drugs” as part of the Summit agenda. Additionally, on the sidelines of the forum, she is scheduled to meet with Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas.
The Summit is being co-chaired by European Council President Antonio Costa and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, according to official EU institutional sources. Previously, on Sunday, President Iotova and Prime Minister Pashinyan signed a Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership between Bulgaria and Armenia. During her visit, President Iotova also visited the Peyo Yavorov Primary School in Yerevan, named after the notable Bulgarian poet.
Furthermore, President Iotova and her Armenian counterpart, Vahagn Khachaturyan, discussed methods to strengthen bilateral cooperation. President Iotova underscored the significance of the European Political Community in advancing connectivity and fostering broader relations throughout Europe.
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It will be interesting to see how the discussions on the energy corridor impact proceed at the summit.
What specific topics related to the European Political Community are expected to be discussed at the summit?