European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Rumen Radev following his election as Bulgaria ’s new prime minister, emphasizing the importance of close cooperation between Sofia and Brussels at a time of major geopolitical challenges. In a public message, von der Leyen pointed to several key areas where Bulgaria and the European Union are expected to work together, including security, defense, economic competitiveness, jobs, and energy independence. She underlined that both