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Interstate relations between Bulgaria and Canada were established in 1966. Both countries are members of NATO.
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Interstate relations between Bulgaria and Canada were established in 1966. Both countries are members of NATO.
Canada's Ambassador in Bucharest is accredited to Bulgaria, while an Honorary Consulate in Sofia assists Canadian interests in Bulgaria. [1] Bulgaria has an embassy in Ottawa and a consulate-general in Toronto. [2] [3] Bulgarian-born Canadian businessman, construction magnate and philanthropist Ignat Kaneff was the Honorary Consul of Bulgaria in Canada. [4]
There is increasing trade and investment, effective military and security cooperation, and growing academic and cultural relations between the two countries. [5]
Canada's Honorary Consul in Sofia plays an active role in fostering political, commercial and cultural relations between Canada and Bulgaria. His office offers consular support to Canadian citizens as well as Trade Commissioner Services and support in Bulgaria. [5]
More than 30,000 Canadians of Bulgarian origin live in Canada. Approximately 1,000 Canadians live permanently in Bulgaria. [5]
Up to 15,000 Canadians visited Bulgaria in 2011. [5]
Bulgaria is one of Canada's largest merchandise trade partners in South East Europe with bilateral trade reaching C$534 million in 2023, comprising exports of Canadian merchandise to Bulgaria of $220 million and merchandise imports from Bulgaria of $315 million. [6] Canadian companies are important to Bulgaria's mining industry and are showing interest in the oil and gas sector in both onshore and offshore exploration. Business opportunities for Canadian companies exist in Bulgaria in telecommunications, airport services, electrical generation and agriculture. [5]
In 2024, the Canadian province of British Columbia announced May 24 as Bulgarian Cultural Heritage Day. [7]
The foreign relations of Canada are Canada's relations with other governments and nations. Canada is recognized as a middle power for its role in global affairs with a tendency to pursue multilateral and international solutions. Canada is known for its strong commitment to international peace and security, as well as being a mediator in conflicts, and for providing aid to developing countries. The "golden age of Canadian diplomacy" refers to a period in Canadian history, typically considered to be the mid-20th century, when Canada experienced a high level of success in its foreign relations and diplomatic efforts.
There are strong diplomatic relations between Canada and South Korea. Canadian soldiers participated in the defense of South Korea during the Korean War. Full diplomatic relations between Canada and South Korea were established on January 14, 1963. Canada has an embassy in Seoul, and a consulate in Busan. South Korea has an embassy in Ottawa and three Consulates-General, in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver. Both nations are full members of APEC, OECD and the G20.
Canada–Sweden relations are the interstate relations between Canada and Sweden. They are founding members of the AC and have positive cultural and economic relations. In addition, there are more than 300,000 Canadians of Swedish descent. The relationship is backed with many mutual treaties, and sees moderate foreign direct investment and trade. One notable commonality for both Canada and Sweden are their commitments to feminist foreign policy.
Canada and Turkey have maintained diplomatic relations since 1943. Both countries are members of the G20, NATO, Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, United Nations and the World Trade Organization.
Bulgaria–India relations,, also known as the Indo–Bulgarian relations, are the international relations that exist between the Republic of Bulgaria and the Republic of India.
The nations of Bulgaria and Mexico established diplomatic relations in 1938. Both nations are mutual members of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.
Canada and Ethiopia established diplomatic relations in 1956. Canada opened an embassy in Addis Ababa in 1957; although Ethiopia opened an embassy in Ottawa in 1962, it was closed the next year due to financial constraints and not re-opened until 1989. In 2021, Ethiopia closed its embassy in Ottawa again due to reshuffling and reorganization. In 2022, Ethiopia reopened its embassy in Ottawa.
Canada and Indonesia established diplomatic relations in 1952. Canada has an embassy in Jakarta while Indonesia maintains an embassy in Ottawa. Indonesia also has consulates in Toronto and Vancouver. Canada and Indonesia are partners in a number of multilateral organizations, such as Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), the G-20, Cairns Group, and the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Canada and the Philippines maintain bilateral relations. Canada has a resident embassy in Manila while the Philippines has a resident embassy in Ottawa, and also maintains consulates general in Calgary, Toronto, and Vancouver.
Canada–Norway relations are foreign relations between Canada and Norway.
Canada and Panama established diplomatic relations in 1961. Both countries are full members of the Organization of American States.
Albania and Canada are members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Canada supports Albania in its euro-integration path.
Canada and Cuba have established diplomatic relations with one another since 1945, following their centuries-old informal trading relationship. Informal trade relations were established between the colonies of Atlantic Canada and the Captaincy General of Cuba during the 18th century. The informal trade relationship continued into the 20th century until formal diplomatic relations was finally established.
The Embassy of Canada to Romania in Bucharest is the diplomatic mission of Canada to Romania. The embassy provides consular services to Canadian citizens residing or travelling in Romania, Bulgaria, and Moldova.
Canada and Iceland have longstanding foreign relations. Contact goes back over a thousand years, but formal diplomatic relations began in 1947. Both nations are members of the Arctic Council, NATO, OECD, and WTO. Additionally, Canada holds observer status in the Barents Euro-Arctic Council.
The Embassy of Canada to the United Arab Emirates is Canada's diplomatic mission to the United Arab Emirates. The embassy is located on the 9th and 10th floors of the West Tower of the Abu Dhabi Trade Center, next to Abu Dhabi Mall.
Canada and the Dominican Republic established bilateral relations in 1954. Both nations are members of the Organization of American States and the United Nations.
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