In our opinion the Stability Pact marks a new beginning in the relations between the countries of the region. Through its implementation, lasting stability can be reached on the basis of enhancement of the democratic institutions, economic development of the region as a whole and fostering of security. We considers that for lasting stability in the region, democratisation and development of civil society in the countries of the region and in particular in the FRY is needed. Having in mind the achievements in building of an open democratic society with well established pluralism and freedom of the media as well as the very successful model of ethnic tolerance, we could contribute a lot for the success of the Stability Pact in this area. We attach great importance to security matters.
Peaceful development is impossible without security in the region.
Bulgaria is ready to take part in KFOR, as well as to participate in the police units. We provide logistic support along the entire route of KFOR units, transiting our country. The establishment of Multinational Peacekeeping Forces in South Eastern Europe with Headquarters in Plovdiv should be considered as a contribution to the stability in the region. Bulgaria expresses its readiness to host and chair the first or one of the first meetings of Working Table 3. 4. Lasting success and stability in South Eastern Europe could be achieved through economic development of the region as a whole.