20.09.2017
We should make efforts that Europe stays united and there is no Europe on two speeds. Compromise, understanding, and the principle of unity can help us a lot, said Prime Minister Boyko Borissov after his conversation at the Council of Ministers with the Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydło. He was categorical that unity is the positive outcome for the EU. According to him, the strife for cohesion should continue, there should be a strong European market and a strong European defence. Borissov highlighted that Bulgaria is absolutely ready for Schengen and does not constitute any risk for the Eurozone.
“I thank the Prime Minister of Poland that she agreed to work together within the EU on the topic of coal mining. We support the abidance by all ecological standards but we want to try to extend the lifespan of the water power plants to the maximum,” said Prime Minister Borissov. He expressed gratitude for the recognition that our country is the best external border of the EU, as well as for the trust in respect to reviewing the European perspective for the Western Balkans during the Bulgarian Presidency of the Council of the EU.
Regarding the directive for posted workers, Prime Minister Borissov noted that it is necessary to seek a compromise, to diversify the issue and ensure a balance of interests. Asked about migration, the Prime Minister pointed out that this process should be followed very closely and should not be allowed to become a line of division.
“Poland relates the Bulgarian Presidency of the Council of the EU with big hopes. I am glad that the main message is about unity,” said in turn the Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydło. According to her, unity within the EU and the region are the foundation for future development. “There should be security, solidarity and unity in the EU,” added Szydło. She confirmed that Bulgaria and Poland will support each other on the mining issue. “Bulgaria has our trust and should become part of Schengen,” said the Prime Minister of Poland and thanked our country for managing with the protection of the borders.
After the conversation at the Council of Ministers, Prime Minister Boyko Borissov and the Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydło addressed the participants at the Bulgarian-Polish forum at Sofia Tech Park. Prime Minister Borissov noted the good economic relations between the two countries. He stressed on the advantages for making business and investing in Bulgaria. Borissov paid special attention to the government measures for decreasing the administrative burden for the business and the citizens.
During the visit of Beata Szydło to Sofia, the two Prime Ministers laid flowers before the Monument of the Unknown Soldier.
