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Prime Minister Zhelyazkov: Democracy Requires Ability to Hear Different Opinions
“Democracy requires the ability to hear different opinions, even when we do not like them, because this is how we preserve the choice Bulgaria made more than three decades ago – the path of a democratic rule-of-law state,” Prime Minister Rosen
Bulgaria Will Enter Eurozone Even if Cabinet Resigns - CC Leader Assen Vassilev
Last year [GERB leader] Boyko Borissov claimed that without a regular government Bulgaria would not enter the Schengen area on land. We entered. And we will enter the Eurozone as well, even if the government has resigned, said the leader of Continue the Change (CC), Assen Vassilev, in front of journalists in Parliament here on Wednesday. “As the saying goes: ‘The sun will rise even if the rooster doesn't crow,’ so this government should just resign,” the MP added. His comment referred to a statement by GERB leader Boyko Borissov, who said that the government would remain consolidated until 1 January 2026.
BTA interview Aleksandrovska Hospital Achieves 100% Kidney Transplant Success Rate in 2025
The success rate of kidney transplants performed at Sofia’s Aleksandrovska Hospital this year is 100%, according to Professor Marincho Georgiev, head of the Urology Clinic at Aleksandrovska Hospital, chair of the Department of Urology at the Medical
No-confidence motion debate Parliament to Vote No-confidence Motion in Zhelyazkov's Cabinet on Thursday
Parliament will vote on the draft resolution for a no-confidence motion against the Rosen Zhelyazkov Cabinet on Thursday at 1:30 PM, said here on Wednesday National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan, after the end of the debates on the motion, which lasted around four hours.
Economy
Wrap-up Experts Call for Clear Fiscal Direction, Stronger Business Role at Sofia Forum
Institute for Market Economics Calls for Shift in Fiscal Course Ahead of Eurozone Entry
Senior Research Fellow Petar Ganev of the Institute for Market Economics (IME) underlined the need to reverse the budget trajectory in order for Bulgaria to be successful as a model within the euro area.
Employers Association Calls for Stronger Role of Business Community in Budget and Policy Debate
At a roundtable on the fiscal policy and economic vision of Bulgaria as a future eurozone member, held in Sofia on Friday, Ilia Krastev, rotating Chair of the Bulgarian Employers Association Innovative Technologies (BRAIT), said that the business
Deputy Economy Minister Barbalov Participates in Competitiveness Council Session in Brussels
The Ministry of Economy and Industry press centre announced on Tuesday that Deputy Minister Doncho Barbalov had participated in a regular session of the Competitiveness Council that took place in Brussels.
Software Sector in Bulgaria Reports 11.5% Revenue Growth in 2024
Revenues in Bulgaria's software industry exhibited a growth of 11.5% in 2024, with a forecast of a 9% increase in 2025. The sector continues to demonstrate a strong export orientation, with 87% of revenues being derived from exports. Furthermore, it
Culture
National Library Director Highlights Need of Storage Facility Modernization on Institution's 147th Anniversary
Head of BTA Calls for Completing Construction of National Library on Library's 147th Anniversary
Speaking at the celebrations dedicated to Sts Cyril and Methodius National Library's 147th anniversary here on Wednesday, BTA Director General Kiril Valchev said that completing the constructions on the building hosting the library should be finished hopefully by the institution's 150th anniversary.
Valley of Thracian Kings Archaeological Complex Reports Increased Attendance in 2025
The Valley of Thracian Kings archaeological complex Tuesday reported a higher attendance figures, a broader age range of visitors, and increased recognition within the country in 2025.
BTA Welcomes New Intern Cohort as Its BTA School Bulletin Marks Two-Year Anniversary
The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) welcomed its fifth generation of interns at an event in the MaxiM Hall on Thursday, which also marked the second anniversary of the agency’s BTA School bulletin. The reception was held under the Education Ministry’s From Higher Education to Employment programme.
Founder of Varna International Ballet Competition Foundation Calls on State to Protect Competition
Frenchman Gilles Fuchs, Founder of the Varna International Ballet Competition Foundation, has sent a letter requesting intervention to protect the competition.
Balkans
Serbia’s Fuel Supplies to Be Secured by Hungary, North Macedonia - Serbian Association of Employers Honorary President
Protest Demanding Romanian Environment Minister Buzoianu's Resignation Held in Bucharest
A protest demanding the resignation of Romanian Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu was held in Bucharest on Tuesday, local media outlets reported. The demonstration, organized by the Social Liberal Humanist Party (PUSL), took place outside the
Rudozem–Xanthi Border Crossing among Key Topics of Kostadinov’s Visit to Greek Parliament
The opening of the Rudozem–Xanthi border checkpoint, seen as crucial for the development of the Rhodope region, was among the main topics during Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov’s official visit to the Greek Parliament on Tuesday.
Various Scenarios Considered to Ensure Serbia's Energy Stability, President Vucic Says
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced that all key issues in the energy sector have been discussed and that various scenarios are being considered to ensure Serbia’s energy stability, national broadcaster RTS reported on Monday.
Long Lines of Cars Form at North Macedonia–Greece Border Due to Greek Farmers’ Protests
Columns of cars are waiting at the border crossings between North Macedonia and Greece near Dojran as they seek to enter Greece, North Macedonian media reported on Monday.