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Radev to Charles Michel: Blocking Bulgaria and Romania for Schengen undermines European solidarity

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18:01, 12.12.2022
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The decision Bulgaria and Romania to be deprived of Schengen membership is not fair and undermines the European principles of solidarity and unity, Bulgaria’s President Rumen Radev said in a videoconference with European Council President, Charles Michel, on December 12.

The conversation, initiated by Charles Michel, is on the occasion of the preparation of the regular European Council meeting, which will take place on 15 December, as well as the EU-ASEAN anniversary summit on 14 December. During the two forums in Brussels, the country will be represented by the Bulgarian Head of State.

On the occasion of the expected discussion among European leaders on the enlargement of the Schengen area, President Radev said that it is unacceptable to set additional requirements for membership, such as linking them to the rule of law issue, which are beyond the objective criteria for admission. Referring to the increasing migration flow to Europe, the President said that the effective reform of the Schengen system should include the accession of the countries located on the external European border, not blocking them.

"Efforts on the front line should be stepped up," Rumen Radev urged and said that Bulgaria continues to invest significant financial and human resources in securing the border. The Head of State expressed hope that the issue of Schengen enlargement will continue to be a priority during the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU, which starts in January next year.

In connection with the upcoming discussion on energy issues, President Rumen Radev said that the possibility of expanding the gas transmission networks should be discussed with EU partners to access additional resources, especially liquefied gas terminals.

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