Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov stressed during his meeting with Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Kotzias that the diversification of sources and routes of natural gas supply is among the top priorities of the Bulgarian Government.
PM Borisov said that the construction of gas interconnections with neighboring countries is of key importance for Bulgaria, especially with Greece, adding that IGB project is important not only for Bulgaria and Greece, but for the entire region. He said that the increased state guarantee in this year’s budget, from 80 million euros to 110 million euros, is a clear indication of strong commitment of Bulgarian Government to this project.
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Tags: Bulgaria, gas, gas interconnection, Greece, IGB