site.btaNew Bulgarian Foreign Minister in First Phone Call with EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mariya Gabriel had a first telephone conversation with the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell on Thursday, Gabriel announced on Twitter.

“Looking forward to working closely, dear Josep, and continue our excellent cooperation,” she wrote.

Borrell tweeted: "First phone call with @GabrielMariya in her new capacity as Deputy PM/Foreign Minister of Bulgaria. Congratulations, dear Mariya on your appointment. Looking forward to continue working together, now in the Foreign Affairs Council."