PABSEC Participation in the 48th Meeting of the BSEC-URTA General Assembly, Istanbul, Türkiye, 24 October 2026
On 24 October 2026, Ms. Valentina Cobzareanu, PABSEC Deputy Secretary General, participated in the 48th Meeting of the General Assembly of the Union of Road Transport Associations of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC-URTA), held at TOBB Istanbul Plaza in Istanbul, Türkiye. The meeting marked the Organisation’s 25th anniversary.
In her intervention, Ms. Cobzareanu underlined the economic importance of efficient transport networks and regional connectivity, commending BSEC-URTA for 25 years of representing the road transport sector and for strengthening cooperation among National Associations. She emphasised the value of continued partnership in addressing future challenges and the importance of transport cooperation for economic growth and regional connectivity. She also highlighted the Middle Corridor's significance for the entire Black Sea Region and its potential to strengthen transport links, attract investment, and create trade and employment opportunities.
Ms. Cobzareanu reaffirmed PABSEC’s commitment to closer cooperation with BSEC-URTA, particularly in advancing digitalisation and the cross-border recognition of electronic transport documents. She also highlighted professional drivers’ visa difficulties and limits on their stays in the Schengen area, reiterating the proposal that the relevant PABSEC Committee address the issues and that national parliamentary delegations consider further action.