Minister Georgi Peev Discussed the Restoration of the Sofia–Doha Air Route with the Ambassador of Qatar

The Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, and the Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, Hristina Velinova, held a meeting with H.E. Fahad Ibrahim Al-Mushairi, Ambassador of the State of Qatar in Bulgaria. The main focus of the discussion was the restoration of the direct air route between Sofia and Doha, operated by Qatar Airways for 15 years until the suspension of flights in February 2026.

“The resumption of direct flights between Sofia and Doha is of strategic importance to Bulgaria’s international connectivity. This connection has the potential to stimulate tourism, business, and investment, as well as to provide Bulgarian citizens and companies with better access to the global network of destinations served by Qatar Airways,” stated Minister Georgi Peev.

During the meeting, the sides discussed opportunities to foster dialogue with all stakeholders with a view to creating more favorable conditions for the restoration of the Sofia–Doha route.

The discussions also reaffirmed the strong cooperation between Bulgaria and Qatar within the framework of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The Bulgarian side expressed its appreciation for Qatar’s support of our country’s candidacy for re-election to the ITU Council for the 2027–2030 term, highlighting the importance of the partnership in the field of digital connectivity and communications.