Changing of the guard
Former sports minister Ivan Peshev (left) and his successor Dimitar Iliev (right), February 19, 2026 Photo: Ministry of Youth and Sports
site.btaSports Minister Iliev Outlines Priorities for Ministry
Active support for Bulgarian athletes and creating better opportunities for young people in Bulgaria - these are the main priorities that Dimitar Iliev highlighted when taking over the management of the Ministry of Youth and Sports from Ivan Peshev on Thursday.
"Among my main goals are providing strong and sustainable support for Bulgarian athletes, who bring us the greatest joy with their successes, as well as creating conditions that allow young people to develop, realize their potential and contribute to the future of the country," said Minister Iliev.
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