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Bulgaria, Republic of Korea Presidents Mark 25th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations

Sofia, March 23 (BTA) - Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev and
 the President of the Republic of Korea, Park Geun-hye,
exchanged congratulatory addresses on the occasion of the 25th
anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between
 the two countries on March 23, 1990, the press office of the
head of State said Monday.
 
Wishing peace and prosperity to the people of Korea, Plevneliev
pointed out that the establishment of diplomatic relations
coincided with the beginning of democratic transition in
Bulgaria. "Today Bulgaria is a member of NATO and the EU, has a
predictable foreign policy and is a constructive partner in
international organisations. Bulgaria and the Republic of Korea
share and work for the establishment of the fundamental values
of democracy, market economy, the supremacy of law and respect
for human rights. Korea is a key partner of Bulgaria on
important global issues, including non-proliferation of weapons
of mass destruction, climate change, green growth and
sustainable development," the address says further.
   
In the past 25 years relations between the two countries have
developed rapidly in a number of key areas ranging from
political dialogue, trade and investments to science,
technology, culture and contacts between people.
  
In turn, President Park has sent Plevneliev and the Bulgarian
people a message of friendship. She expresses satisfaction that
the two countries are continuing to develop relations of
friendship and cooperation in various fields and expresses hope
for their further advancement.