Fifth Round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Pakistan and Bulgaria was held in Sofia.

The Pakistani side was led by Additional Foreign Secretary (Europe) Muhammad Saleem while Director General (Bilateral Relations), Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria Dr Petar Kraytchevthe headed his delegation. The two sides reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and discussed ways and means to further enhance them in diverse fields, according to a Radio Pakistan’s report.

They agreed on the importance of early convening of next session of the Pakistan-Bulgaria Intergovernmental Commission, and active linkages between the private sectors of the two countries. Possibilities to enhance Pakistani workforce to address the existing labor shortage in Bulgaria were also discussed. The two sides also underscored their keen interest in maintaining close cooperation at the multilateral platforms, especially the UN.