Scientific paper ID 1757 : 2019/2

The article presents a vision for the role, the capabilities and the tasks of the Bulgarian Navy in the contemporary reality and in the current security environment. The Bulgarian state ows a lot to its naval forces, because over the years it has failed to ensure the adequate financing of the processes taking place and thus the building of the necessary capabilities. In addition, some other accompanying processes and effects have also been missed. The planning of nationally responsible defense priorities and their implementation ensures maximum use of all economic opportunities, including engagement of Bulgarian industry and production. Last but not least, it provides a safe and secure environment in a very dynamically changing Black Sea region.