Pyongyang, October 25 (KCNA) -- Bulgaria supports all efforts made by the DPRK for peace in the Korean Peninsula, said President Georgi Parvanov on October 20 when receiving credentials from DPRK Ambassador to his country Ju Wang Hwan.

The friendly and cooperative relations between the two countries have a long tradition, and Bulgaria attaches significance to the development of its relations with the DPRK, the president said, adding:

We will continue to develop the bilateral relations with the DPRK in common interests and, in particular, boost exchanges in economy and culture.

We are happy over the fact that the two countries have closely supported and cooperated with each other in international arena, and hope that this relationship would grow stronger.