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Meglena Plugchieva Resigns as Advisor to Caretaker PM Glavchev
Meglena Plugchieva has resigned as an advisor to caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev, the press service of the Council of Ministers told BTA. Plugchieva was Glavchev's advisor on foreign policy.
Today's Observances: April 23
The world: - World Book and Copyright Day. On this date in Bulgarian history: 1940: A Civil Mobilization Act is adopted. 1941: Bulgaria's diplomatic relations with Greece are severed for the third time by decision of the Greek government.
Press Trust of India to Cover European Elections from Sofia
A journalist from the Indian news agency Press Trust of India (PTI) will cover the European Parliament election, while a journalist from the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) will cover the parliamentary election in New Delhi, India, BTA Director General Kiril Valchev and PTI CEO Vijay Joshi agreed
Over 3,500 Refugees, Migrants Assisted by Mission Wings Foundation while Seeking Protection in Bulgaria
In the last three years, over 3,500 people seeking protection on the territory of Bulgaria have turned to the Mission Wings Foundation for help, Diana Dimova, President of the organization, said on Monday.
Economy
Some 100 Bulgarian, Foreign Companies to Participate in Furnitute Fair in Sofia
Some 100 companies from Bulgaria, Turkiye, Romania, and other countries will present the trends in wood processing and furniture production at the 9th Technomebel fair in Sofia. The fair will take place at Inter Expo Center from April 23 to 26.
Georgi Yordanov Appointed Public Financial Inspection Agency Head
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lyudmila Petkova has appointed Georgi Yordanov as head of the Public financial Inspection Agency. He is replacing Ilka Dimova-Mazgaleva. Yordanov has a vast record in expert and senior positions. Since
Economy Ministers of Bulgaria, Kosovo Discuss Opportunities for Economic Cooperation Enhancement
Bulgaria’s caretaker Minister of Economy and Industry Petko Nikolov and Kosovo’s Economy Minister Artane Rizvanolli here on Monday discussed opportunities for enhancing economic cooperation between the two countries, the Bulgarian Ministry’s press centre said.
Aurubis Bulgaria to Expand Pirdop Cathode Copper Refinery and Photovoltaic Parks
Aurubis Bulgaria starts expanding the cathode copper refinery and building new photovoltaic parks at its copper plant near Pirdop and Zlatitsa (Central Bulgaria) on April 25.
Culture
100-Plus STEM Centres to Be Developed in Bulgarian Schools, Education Minister Says
The caretaker Minister of Education and Science Galin Tsokov reported here on Monday that the nationwide programme for the development of STEM centres is in its second phase, with more than 2,200 projects and concepts under review
Paul and Remy Hogarth Participate in International Sand Sculpture Festival with Work Inspired by Burgas Cats
The cats of Burgas are the main inspiration for sculptors Paul and Remy Hogarth, who participated in an international festival of sand sculptures in Texas, said the pair on their Facebook page on Monday. The sculpture by the two artists is titled Sand Cats, with the composition consisting of a total of 18 cats. The artists worked for nearly five days to shape them.
Events Dedicated to Thracian Culture to Be Held All Year in Kazanlak
Numerous events dedicated to Thracian culture are coming up in Kazanlak in 2024, Dr. Momchil Marinov, Director of the local Iskra Historical Museum, told BTA on Monday.
29th National Competition for Performance of Hungarian and Bulgarian Literature Kicks Off in Shumen
The 29th National Competition for Performance of Hungarian and Bulgarian Literature was opened outside the Vasil Drumev Drama and Puppet Theatre in Shumen on Friday evening, Shumen Municipality said.
The Balkans
BTA exclusive UPDATED Romania's First Cosmonaut Prunariu: If I Had Not Become Cosmonaut, I Would Be Aviator
Over 60% of Romanians Remain Pessimistic about Country's Future, but Share of Optimists Is Increasing
A total 62.5% of Romanians are pessimistic about the country's future (compared to 70.6% in March and 69.7% in January). Some 30.8% believe that Romania is moving in the right direction (compared to 25.5% in March and 24.8% in January), shows data from the latest survey of the sociological agency INSCOP sent to BTA on Monday.
Four Foreign Tourists Rescued After Being Stranded On Mountain In Northern Turkiye
Turkish rescue teams have carried out a successful operation to rescue four foreign tourists, including from Bulgaria, who were stranded in the Soganlı Mountains, Bayburt province, northern Turkiye, the Anadolu news agency said.
North Macedonia's Parliamentary Election Campaign Begins
The campaign for the upcoming parliamentary elections in the Republic of North Macedonia began on Thursday. The elections will be held simultaneously with the presidential election runoff on May 8.
Parties in North Macedonia Sign Code for Fair Elections Ahead of May 8 Parliamentary Vote
Representatives of the parties, contesting the general elections in North Macedonia on May 8 have signed a Code for Fair and Democratic Elections. Two political parties refused to sign the code. Speaking to the media, the President of the country's