Rumen Radev Demands Urgent EU Integration Actions
- Rumen Radev attended the European Political Community summit in Budapest.
- He highlighted the urgency for international action to end hostilities in Ukraine and noted the impact of the war on global stability.
- Radev called for accelerated social and economic integration in Europe to strengthen security and resilience.
At the European Political Community summit in Budapest on November 7, 2024, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev emphasized the necessity for Europe to guarantee its own security in the wake of ongoing military actions in Ukraine. He argued that the region must re-evaluate its strategy towards the conflict, shifting from a stance of 'victory at all costs' to fostering diplomacy aimed at peace. Radev highlighted the impact of the war not only on EU stability but also on neighboring countries, advocating for international efforts to cease hostilities. He underscored Bulgaria's exclusion from the Schengen area as a barrier to effective security measures concerning illegal migration and terrorism, urging for a quick resolution. Additionally, he expressed the importance of EU enlargement to enhance security and stability in regions like the Western Balkans, urging the adherence to strict membership criteria. He concluded with a call for more robust discussions with EU neighbors to ensure secure access to essential resources, reinforcing the need for economic resilience within the Union.