The agreement takes into account NATO’s Integrated Air Defense System and the associated obligations provided by NATO directives on air police. The document establishes the legal framework for air police missions carried out by the two states and for cooperation in decision-making.
The agreement concerns the purpose, base principles, duties of the parties and relevant authorities, the use of air space and aerodromes, search and rescue, accident investigation, as well as financial issues and matters regarding services, jurisdiction, legal status and damage compensation.
Before the joint cabinet meeting, Oprea and Angelov discussed bilateral military matters such as participation in NATO operations, as well as cooperation in the regional operations in Southeastern Europe and the Black Sea Region.
Oprea assured his Bulgarian counterpart that Romania will continue to actively support the projects implemented through the Meetings of the Southeastern Europe Defense Ministerial (SEDM) and said BLACKSEAFOR will continue to play an important part in building the confidence and interoperability of the navies of the states around the Black Sea.
Angelov congratulated Romania on the signing of the anti-missile defense agreement with the United States, stressing that the initiative is an important step in ensuring the security of allied Europe and an achievement welcomed by Bulgaria, whose territory will directly benefit from the protection granted by the system.
He invited Oprea to visit Bulgaria, adding that the two ministries can cooperate more strongly in areas of mutual interest, such as regional security, where Romania and Bulgaria can identify and promote joint positions.