International relations between Bulgaria and Albania

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The relation between Bulgaria and Albania is GOOD, with an overall score of 7.68 out of 10. The chances of a conflict between both countries are very rare.

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Profile summary of Bulgaria

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Bulgaria Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Sofia
Population 6 948 445
Land Area (sq km) 108 612
Main religion Christianity
Life Expectancy 75 years

Bulgaria is a country located in Southeast Europe, bordered by Romania to the north, Serbia and North Macedonia to the west, Greece and Turkey to the south, and the Black Sea to the east. It has a population of about 7 million people and its capital is Sofia. Bulgaria has a long and complex history, with influences from various empires and civilizations including the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Soviet empires. In recent history, it was part of the Eastern Bloc during the Cold War and became a member of NATO and the European Union in the post-Cold War period. The country has a mixed economy with a focus on industry, agriculture, and tourism. It is known for its production of industrial goods, including machinery, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. Bulgaria is also home to a number of important cultural and historical sites, including the ancient city of Plovdiv, which was designated as a European Capital of Culture in 2019. Bulgaria is a parliamentary republic with a president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government. It has a multiparty system and has held free and fair elections since the fall of communism in 1989. The country has faced some challenges in recent years, including corruption, organized crime, and issues related to the rule of law. However, it has made progress in addressing these issues and is working to improve its democratic institutions and market economy.

Profile summary of Albania

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Albania Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Tirana
Population 2 877 797
Land Area (sq km) 27 398
Main religion Islam, Christianity
Life Expectancy 77 years

Albania is a country located in southeastern Europe, on the Balkan Peninsula. It is bordered by Kosovo to the northwest, Montenegro to the north, Serbia to the northeast, the Republic of North Macedonia to the east, and Greece to the south. Albania has a population of about 2.9 million people and the capital is Tirana. Albania has a long and complex history, with roots dating back to ancient Illyria. It has been conquered and ruled by various powers throughout its history, including the Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, and Austro-Hungarians. It declared independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1912, but was later occupied by fascist Italy during World War II. After the war, it became a communist state under the rule of Enver Hoxha and remained isolated from the rest of the world until the collapse of the communist regime in the early 1990s. Since then, Albania has made progress in transitioning to a market economy and integrating with the international community. It is a member of the United Nations and the Council of Europe, and has applied for membership in the European Union. However, the country still faces challenges, including corruption, organized crime, and high unemployment. It is also vulnerable to natural disasters, such as earthquakes and floods.


The strengths and weaknesses of each country:

In terms of population, the Bulgaria's population is 2.41 bigger than the population of Albania (population of Bulgaria: 6 948 445, population of Albania: 2 877 797).

The Bulgaria's land area is 3.96 bigger than the land area of Albania (land area (sq km) of Bulgaria: 108 612, land area (sq km) of Albania: 27 398).

The position in the international influence ranking of Albania is 66, while Bulgaria is situated 8 places below in the ranking (position 74).

Bulgaria maintains contact with 52 countries, while Albania maintains contact with 49 countries.

Bulgaria maintains an excellent relation with 23 countries, while in the case of Albania, this figure drops to 18.


The relation between Bulgaria and Albania through the time

The relation between Bulgaria and Albania hasn't changed recently, and it remains at 7.7 .


Conflict Simulator: Bulgaria vs Albania

Although the chances of a conflict between both countries are very rare, because the relation between Bulgaria and Albania is GOOD. Let's suppose a hypothetical conflict occurs between both countries:


Solo scenario: Bulgaria vs Albania

The winner of the hypothetical conflict (without allies), will be Albania with a 54.1% probability.

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