Presidents of Bulgaria & Romania discuss foods supply in times of crisis

The co-operation between Bulgaria and Romania in maintaining efficient "green corridors" for the transportation and supply of essential goods, food, medicines and equipment was discussed in a telephone conversation by the presidents of the two countries, Rumen Radev and Klaus Iohannis on April 15. The two agreed that mutual support was a key condition for mitigating the negative effects of the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus situation..

The two discussed the effective interaction in ensuring the transit of Bulgarian and Romanian citizens in case of need.

President Radev raised the issue of allowing Romania's exports to Bulgaria of raw materials needed for the production of fodder expected by Bulgarian livestock farmers. President Johannis is committed to the issue and expressed his expectation that it will be resolved in the coming days.

The swift introduction and implementation of social and economic measures to support those losing their jobs and incomes were also among the highlights of the conversation