JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – The Bulgarian President, Rumen Georgiev Radev, arrived in Johannesburg earlier tonight and was received by Minister Naledi Pandor. The visit marks the beginning of a working visit between South Africa and Bulgaria that will take place on Friday, May 12, 2023.
During the visit, President Radev and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will discuss the strengthening of political and trade ties between the two nations. The two leaders will also explore the possibility of cultural exchanges that will deepen the understanding of the people of South Africa and Bulgaria.
The visit by the Bulgarian President comes at a time when South Africa is looking to strengthen its ties with other nations and build new partnerships that will benefit both countries. Bulgaria is an important player in the European Union and has a strong economy, making it an attractive partner for South Africa.
South Africa, on the other hand, is the most developed economy in Africa and is considered the gateway to the continent. This makes it an ideal partner for Bulgaria, which is looking to expand its presence in Africa and tap into the continent’s vast resources.
President Ramaphosa has welcomed the visit by President Radev and expressed his commitment to strengthening ties between South Africa and Bulgaria. The two leaders are expected to discuss a wide range of issues, including trade, investment, tourism, education, and culture.
“We are looking forward to deepening our relationship with Bulgaria and exploring new opportunities for cooperation. We believe that this visit will open up new avenues for trade and investment and create opportunities for the people of South Africa and Bulgaria to learn from each other and share their experiences,” said President Ramaphosa.
The visit by President Radev is seen as a significant milestone in the relations between South Africa and Bulgaria. It is expected that the visit will lead to the signing of new agreements and the strengthening of existing ones, which will benefit both nations.
The working visit by President Radev is set to take place tomorrow, and it is expected that the talks between the two leaders will be productive and fruitful. The visit by President Radev is a clear indication of the growing relationship between South Africa and Bulgaria, and it is hoped that this will be the beginning of a long and successful partnership.
