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 strategic initiative is designed to bolster energy security and diversify natural gas supplies throughout Southeastern, Eastern, and Central Europe.
During her address at the forum, President Iotova plans to emphasize the importance of transport and energy connectivity across Europe. In addition to the Summit’s main events, she is scheduled to take part in a session titled “European Coalition Against Drugs.” On the sidelines of the forum, the president is slated to meet with Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas. The Summit is jointly chaired by European Council President Antonio Costa and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Earlier, on Sunday, President Iotova and 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 celebrated Bulgarian poet. Furthermore, President Iotova and her Armenian counterpart, Vahagn Khachaturyan, held discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation.
The president underscored the critical role of the European Political Community in enhancing connectivity and promoting relations throughout Europe.
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