Following talks in Sofia, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlined an ambitious agenda focused on transboundary water management, energy security, transport connectivity, defense cooperation, and the future of the European Union. Both leaders described relations between their countries as having evolved into a strategic partnership and emphasized their shared role as a pillar of stability in Southeastern Europe.
Radev highlighted the growing economic ties between the two neighbors, noting that bilateral trade has reached nearly 6 billion euros, increasing by more than 1 billion euros in the past year alone. He also pointed to substantial Greek investment in Bulgaria and argued that cooperation between Sofia and Athens now extends far beyond traditional bilateral relations. “Bulgaria and Greece have become a strong axis of stability and cooperation for the region and for Europe,” he said.
One of the central issues discussed was the long-term management of shared water resources. Mitsotakis stressed the importance of reaching a sustainable agreement on transboundary rivers, including the Arda, Maritsa, and Mesta. According to the Greek prime minister, such an arrangement is essential for planning future investments and addressing challenges linked to agriculture and climate change. “We need a long-term solution so that we can plan the significant investments required in the years ahead,” he stated.
