Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova’s visit to Armenia continues for the Eighth Summit of the European Political Community, which commenced in Yerevan on Monday, according to the President’s press secretariat. A key focus of her participation will be a high-level event addressing the impact of the Vertical Gas Corridor on regional energy security. This corridor is described as a strategic initiative designed to bolster energy security and diversify natural gas supplies across Southeastern, Eastern, and Central Europe.
During her address at the forum, President Iotova intends to emphasize the importance of transport and energy connectivity throughout Europe. The President will also take part in an event titled “European Coalition Against Drugs” as part of the Summit proceedings. Furthermore, on the sidelines of the forum, she is scheduled to meet with Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas.
The Summit is jointly chaired by European Council President Antonio Costa and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. Previously, 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. Discussions between President Iotova and her Armenian counterpart, Vahagn Khachaturyan, covered methods to strengthen bilateral cooperation. President Iotova underscored the role of the European Political Community in improving connectivity and advancing relations across the continent, particularly concerning energy infrastructure like the gas corridor.
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