Balgarianovinite.com Bulgaria supports the joint initiative led by the UK and France aimed at enhancing the security of international shipping and safeguarding freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, in accordance with international law and the provisions of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the Defence Ministry said on Tuesday.
The initiative was discussed during a videoconference meeting of defence ministers, held as a follow-up to the April summit of state leaders dedicated to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, where political agreement was reached on launching a multinational defence mission. Representatives from more than 40 EU and NATO member states, as well as partner countries, took part in the talks. Bulgaria was represented by Brigadier General Lyubomir Monov, Director of the Defence Policy and Planning Directorate at the Ministry of Defence.
Bulgaria expressed political support for the planned multinational mission, which is intended to enhance the safety of civilian and commercial shipping, including through maritime security and mine-clearing operations. The country also backs international efforts to de-escalate tensions and promote stability in the region in order to safeguard global economic stability and energy security, while emphasizing that diplomatic means and political dialogue must remain the primary priority.
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