Relations between Israel and Bulgaria since 1948
Did you know that Bulgaria was one of the first countries to recognize the State of Israel, shortly after its establishment?
Relations between Israel and Bulgaria date back to 1948, and the two countries have enjoyed excellent friendly relations, fruitful cooperation in many spheres, as well as provide each other crucial support in times of need.
In the chart below, you can see some of the most significant events in the bilateral relations between Israel and Bulgaria.
The Republic of Bulgaria recognizes the State of Israel and establishes diplomatic relations
The first ever visit of official Israeli representative, Mr. Shmuel Benzur to Bulgaria
Bulgaria severs diplomatic relations with Israel
Resumption of diplomatic relations between Israel and Bulgaria
Visit of the Israeli PM Yitzhak Shamir to Bulgaria
The first ever visit of Bulgarian PM, Filip Dimitrov to Israel
President of the Republic of Bulgaria Zhelyu Zhelev visits Israel
Agreement for Scientific Cooperation was signed
President of the Republic of Bulgaria Petar Stoyanov visits Israel
An agreement has been signed between Israel and Bulgaria, according to which visa restrictions for travel are removed
President of the Republic of Bulgaria Georgi Parvanov visits Israel
Signing of MoU on Military and Defense Cooperation between Israel and Bulgaria
G2G visit led by PM Borissov to Israel
Visit of the President of the State of Israel Reuven Rivlin to Bulgaria
Visit of PM Boyko Borissov to Israel
Visit of PM Benjamin Netanyahu to Bulgaria
Visit of President of the Republic of Bulgaria Rumen Radev to Israel
Israel and Bulgaria marked 30 years anniversary of the resumption of their diplomatic relations
Visit of President of the Republic of Bulgaria Rumen Radev to Israel
Signing of MoU on Cooperation in the Energy Field
Mashav donates 2 tons of medical equipment for “Pirogov” hospital
Signing of an Agreement for Cooperation in the Field of Water
Opening of the renovated Jewish Synagogue in the city of Vidin, Bulgaria
Visit of PM Nikolay Denkov and FM Mariya Gabriel to Israel