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President Iliana Iotova emphasized the importance of continuing projects approved by the European Commission under the SAFE instrument, crucial for the Bulgarian Army. At the Annual Conference of the Chief of Defence, she highlighted the need for collaboration and the challenges ahead.

Iotova expressed concerns about the defense industry's participation and discussed the need for modernization and infrastructure support. She acknowledged progress in army financing but noted it is insufficient, urging for further budget allocations to facilitate SAFE projects.