“You are the essential part of the Bulgarian nation. You play a vital role in spreading our culture, language and values in Macedonia. You have our unwavering support.”
This was said by the Bulgarian Vice President Iliana Yotova during a surprise meeting in Skopje with the representatives of the Bulgarian community in the Republic of Macedonia.
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Yotova paid special attention to the serious incident with the beaten Hristiyan Pendikov. She emphasized that the authorities in Sofia are closely following the investigation of this case. “It’s not the Bulgarian documents, but the Bulgarian self-confidence that makes you a Bulgarian,” the vice-president also said. Those present cheered Pendikov and his family, emphasizes the local edition “Vestimaks”.
Famous scientists, politicians, businessmen and citizens participated in the meeting, which took place in the Bulgarian embassy.
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Before the meeting, Yotova bowed before the bas-relief of the apostle of freedom Vasil Levski, which is placed in front of the building of our diplomatic mission in Skopje. She called “to follow Levski’s covenants and contribute to progress and our common future.
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“The rights that Levski fought for are still relevant today. In particular, for the Bulgarian community in Macedonia, which is facing a variety of challenges and fighting for its rights, for which Bulgaria stands steadfastly behind you,” Iliana Yotova also said.
According to her, cooperation between Bulgarian cultural clubs and civil organizations is of particular importance. The Bulgarian community in Macedonia has a rich cultural heritage that deserves to be celebrated and preserved. The promotion of Bulgarian culture and traditions in Macedonia will strengthen the Bulgarian community and lead to closer relations between Bulgaria and Macedonia, she also believes.
