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Bulgaria and Cyprus are an example of fruitful cooperation, of a common approach to the challenges of the European Union and actively contribute to peace, security and stability in our region.

This was stated by President Rumen Radev

Rumen Georgiev Radev is a Bulgarian military man, major general from the reserve.

Former commander of which today at a ceremony in the Hall of Arms of "Dondukov" 2 awarded the Order of the Hungarian Horseman first class to the Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to Bulgaria Marios Kunduridis.

The state award is for the diploma's overall contribution to the development of Bulgarian-Cypriot relations, the head of state's press office informed.

In his speech, the president highlighted the active activity and consistent efforts of Ambassador Kunduridis for the development of political, economic and cultural ties and the development of relations in a spirit of friendship and mutually beneficial cooperation between Bulgaria and Cyprus.

Rumen Radev

Rumen Georgiev Radev is a Bulgarian military man, major general from the reserve.

The former commander also emphasized the significant contribution of Ambassador Kunduridis in the successful interaction between Bulgaria and Cyprus on a number of important issues on the agenda of the European Union, including the countermeasures against illegal migration through the active relations between the Ministries of the Interior of the two countries.

"Our fruitful relations are based on the deep cultural and historical ties between our peoples," the president pointed out.

The Bulgarian community in Cyprus consists of nearly 25 thousand people, and quite a few Cypriot citizens who have completed their education in Bulgarian universities work in our country.

Today, nearly 300 Cypriot students have chosen to continue their higher education in Bulgaria.

"This is a valuable bridge that we will continue to develop," said the head of state.

Rumen Radev met with the Minister of the Interior of Cyprus

Ambassador Marios Kunduridis pointed out that the relations between Bulgaria and Cyprus are based on mutual respect, shared values ​​and common goals.

He highlighted the trust and friendly relationship both between the governments of the two countries and between the peoples.

Rumen Radev

Cyprus

Order of the Madarian Cavalry