site.btaRuse Delegation in Taraclia Discusses Educational Ties, Deepening Partnership with Local Authorities

A delegation from the Bulgarian city of Ruse and local authorities from Moldova’s Taraclia region discussed the ties between the two regions, as well as the role of the newly established branch of Angel Kanchev University of Ruse. The discussion took place at the BTA Press Club in Taraclia on Tuesday, following the official opening of the University branch on September 1.

The delegation from Ruse included Ruse University Rector Acad. Hristo Beloev, Regional Governor of Ruse Dragomir Draganov, honorary consul of Moldova in Ruse Stavrin Ginoolu. Attending the event were also Bulgarian Ambassador to Chisinau Maya Dobreva, First Secretary at the Bulgarian Embassy in Moldova, Kiril Dimitrov, Second Secretary Martin Vladimirov, Taraclia District Foreign Relations Office head Stepan Karamalak, and Administrative Director of the Ruse University branch in Taraclia Alexandr Borimecicov.

Beloev said that the opening of the new academic year marks the launch of the first and only branch of a Bulgarian university operating abroad, carrying great responsibility for the institution. He recalled the collaborative efforts over several years with Ambassador Maya Dobreva, Bulgarian Embassy representatives, local authorities, and with the support of the Ministries of Education and Science of Bulgaria and Moldova. Beloev described the moment as “historic”, carrying immense responsibility towards Bulgarians in Moldova and the future of education.

Ruse Governor Draganov, visiting Taraclia for the first time, expressed his admiration for how the Bulgarian community in the region has preserved its language, traditions, and spirit despite decades abroad. He noted the diligence of the people and the presence of many young individuals eager to maintain the Bulgarian language. He highlighted Ruse University as one of Bulgaria’s top three universities in terms of specialties and technological advancement, offering young people the opportunity to receive a European education and succeed across Europe.

Draganov also praised the creativity and talents of the people in Taraclia in folk art, music, and other fields. He called for deepening the ties between Ruse region and Taraclia not only through culture and education but also via business forums to boost regional development. He emphasized potential partnerships in agriculture, robotics, and other industries. “Although separated by 400 km, speaking the same language brings us closer, and we must develop these opportunities further,” Draganov concluded.

Before the press club meeting, the Ruse delegation held talks with Taraclia District Deputy Chair Sergey Filippov and visited the Ivan Vazov Lyceum, the Vasil Levski Youth Center, and the Children’s School of Arts.