Ambassador to Ukraine Zlatin Krastev Takes Part in the First International Conference on Bessarabian and Banat Bulgarians

Published 2026-11-06

Bulgaria's Ambassador to Ukraine, Zlatin Krastev, took part in the opening of the First International Scientific Conference "Bessarabian and Banat Bulgarians". The event is devoted to the history and present-day situation of Bulgarian communities that live outside the country's borders.

The Bessarabian Bulgarians are descendants of settlers who moved to Bessarabia in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today this historical region is divided between the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine. The Banat Bulgarians live in the Banat, a region divided between Serbia and Romania. Although they live in different states, these communities have preserved their language, traditions and cultural heritage.

The conference is aimed at the scientific study of these communities. Scholars and researchers taking part in it are presenting their works on the topic. In this way, an opportunity is created for the exchange of knowledge and for a better understanding of the past and present of Bulgarians in these regions.

The participation of diplomatic representatives in such events shows the Bulgarian state's interest in its ties with compatriots abroad. The statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not provide details about the conference programme, date or other participants.

Sources: Министерство на външните работи

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