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Vladimir Putin and Georgi Parvanov took part in the official ceremony marking the opening of the Year of Russia in Bulgaria

January 17, 2008

In his speech the President of Russia noted the unique tradition of close friendship between the Russian and Bulgarian peoples. President Putin stressed that this friendship has actually always been the defining characteristic of relations between the two countries.

Concerning Bulgaria’s decision to join NATO, the President said that Russia would respect Bulgaria’s decision.

January 17, 2008