The OIE Representations for Europe are deeply saddened to announce that Prof. Nikola Belev passed away on Monday, 3rd August 2020 in Sofia, Bulgaria.
As his colleagues, students, friends, and assistants, we will remember him as a pivotal figure in the veterinary world and one of the greatest contributors of the development of Veterinary Services in Europe and strengthening of the OIE during his long professional career which lasted several decades.
He contributed to the Member Countries’ improvement of their Veterinary Services, thanks to his constant support, availability, will and great vision. The OIE has lost a great colleague.
Prof Belev directly supported many veterinarians and leaders in their professional development and shared his benevolence and commitment for the constant growth and enlargement of the OIE network. We will all sadly miss him.
Let us remember his great work and words: “Don’t worry, be happy”.
