The Kyriakos Mitsotakis co-opted the new prime minister of Bulgaria, Rumen Radev, on his assumption of office, via a post on social media.

As Mitsotakis said, “I look forward to enhanced cooperation, especially in the energy sector, for the benefit of our peoples and the region.”

In detail, Mitsotakis’ post:

Congratulations to Prime Minister Rumen Radev on taking office. Greece and Bulgaria are neighbouring countries and close partners in the EU and NATO, committed to the stability, security and prosperity of the region. I look forward to enhanced cooperation, especially in the field of energy, for the benefit of our peoples and the region.”