site.btaUnion of Democratic Forces Leader Hristov Hails Bulgaria’s Complete EU Accession

Bulgaria has received final approval for its complete accession to the European Union, UDF leader Rumen Hristov said on Tuesday. 

Hristov recalled that 35 years ago this achievement seemed only a distant dream, yet members of UDF were confident it would one day become reality.

Hristov thanked all those who contributed to this success, as well as the people who were not swayed by the anti-European propaganda of the supporters of Eurasia.

"Over the past 35 years, democratic pro-European forces in Bulgaria have managed to restore the country to the path from which the communist regime forcefully diverted it for 45 years. I wish success to the government and all institutions involved in the introduction of the euro from January 1, 2026," he said.

The EU Council voted unanimously Tuesday on the latest decisions related to Bulgaria's accession to the euro area on January 1, 2026. This completes the procedure, as earlier in the day the European Parliament also approved by a large majority the report on Bulgaria's introduction of the single European currency.