Vazrazhdane Leader Slams No-Confidence Motion Initiators over Weak Debate

Tatiana Marinova, Borislava Bibinovska

Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov in Parliament, Sofia, September 17, 2025 (BTA Photo/Blagoy Kirilov)

Sofia,

17.09.2025 16:25

(BTA)

Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov said he was extremely disappointed by the debate on the motion of no confidence in the Rosen Zhelyazkov Cabinet, which was held in Parliament on Wednesday. Speaking to journalists in Parliament, Kostadinov noted that he had expected a more serious and responsible approach from its initiators.

The motion was submitted on September 12 by Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC–DB) and Morality, Unity, Honour (MECh), who accuse the government of a systematic failure in maintaining public order and security, ensuring justice and tackling the erosion of state institutions. The motion is co-signed by MPs of the Alliance for Rights and Freedoms. Though not among the initiators, the Vazrazhdane and Velichie parties have signalled their intention to support the motion in plenary.

"The only substantial positions we heard were from Vazrazhdane. The remaining arguments were general, and the motion's initiators were poorly prepared," Kostadinov said. He emphasized that the motion was unlikely to bring down the government, which is Vazrazhdane's goal, and criticized the decision to submit three separate sets of motives, which blocks another motion on those issues for six months.

Asked if Vazrazhdane would submit its own motion, Kostadinov said the party has collected 43 signatures so far and needs five more. "If we get them, our motives remain relevant – the water crisis has become much more serious," he said.

On the topic of the Rheinmetall investment, Kostadinov said that Bulgaria already has sufficient capacities to produce gunpowder and explosives. He questioned the economic rationale, noting that the Rheinmetall investment is effectively a Bulgarian loan. "If Rheinmetall contributes nothing, we provide everything, yet they hold a 51% stake," he added. Kostadinov also warned of potential environmental risks associated with gunpowder production.

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