The meeting was held due to the stalemate in the BOC after the General Assembly on March 19, 2025, at which Vesela Lecheva was elected as chair, but this election is being contested in court, and the current leadership headed by Stefka Kostadinova claims to remain legitimate until the court's ruling.

Main points of the conversation:

1. Constructive dialogue, but no solution:Both sides describe the conversation as constructive, but no common solution has been reached at this stage. A new meeting is scheduled for April 23 at 11:00 AM in the BOC building.

2. Stefka Kostadinova's position:

   • Confirms the Executive Committee's decision of April 9: Until a court decision, she and the current Executive Committee are the only legitimate bodies of the BOC.

   • She stated that she cannot influence those who filed complaints against the election to withdraw them.

   • She emphasized that the BOC is functioning normally under the leadership of Secretary-General Belcho Goranov (scholarships for Milan/Cortina have been received).

   • She will comply with the court's decision – if Lecheva's election is confirmed, she will accept it.

   • If the court finds irregularities, an extraordinary General Assembly may be called (also necessary for approving the Olympic delegation).

   • Key statement:Allows for the possibilitynot to run at allin the event of a new, extraordinary General Assembly.

   • She accused President Rumen Radev of direct interference in the affairs of the BOC, referring to the meeting at the Presidency a few days ago and the incident after the Paris 2024 Olympics.

3. Vesela Lecheva's position:

   • The goal is to find an approach that does not harm Bulgarian sports and the authority of the BOC.

   • She raised the question of whether Kostadinova stands behind her congratulations after her election and what her position is regarding the filed complaints.

   • Insists that the decisions of the General Assembly of March 19 must be observed.

   • Acknowledges that currently her teamhas no right to represent the BOCbefore third parties (as he is not registered).

   • Criticizes the interference of political leaders in the case on the eve of elections.

In summary:There is an attempt at dialogue to resolve the crisis in the BOC. Key differences remain - who is the legitimate leadership until the court's decision. Stefka Kostadinova opens the door for withdrawal from a future competition, while Vesela Lecheva seeks recognition of her election and a way out of the situation without political interference and damage to the prestige of the BOC. Talks will continue on April 23.