Bulgaria names Ukraine as foreign aid priority through 2030

Bulgaria has designated Ukraine as a key priority for foreign aid through 2030, according to the Program for the Governance of the Republic of Bulgaria for 2026–2030, as reported by Ukrinform. The program emphasizes that official development assistance should primarily target the Western Balkans, Ukraine, Moldova, and regions with specific Bulgarian interests and expertise.

The goal is to implement this objective by December 2029. In line with this foreign policy priority, Bulgaria aims to strengthen economic partnerships and assist Bulgarian businesses operating overseas. Additionally, Sofia intends to attract investment in high-value-added sectors such as microelectronics, artificial intelligence, defense, and energy.

The Bulgarian government program also dedicates a section to supporting Bulgarian communities abroad, including those in Ukraine. By December 2026, the government plans to establish a bilateral mixed commission to address the rights of the Bulgarian national minority in Ukraine. Ukrinform reports that Bulgaria believes diplomatic efforts to end Russia's war against Ukraine have been underutilized thus far, but expresses readiness to continue supporting Kyiv, primarily focusing on ensuring energy security.