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Movement for Rights and Freedoms Chair Peevski Seeks Data on National Service for Protection Security Details Since 2013
Upcoming Tourism Reform Council to Hold First Meeting
The Tourism Reform Council will hold its first meeting at the Council of Ministers, the Tourism Ministry and the government information service said on Tuesday.
Participants in Foster Care Discussion in Vidin Emphasize Need for Broader Public Support
Representatives of state and local authorities, social services, the Vidin Metropolitanate, and the foster care community gathered at the BTA National Press Club in Vidin on Monday to emphasize the need for broader public support for foster care
Tripartite Council Fails to Agree on Draft State Budget Act
The National Council for Tripartite Cooperation failed to reach unanimity on the draft State Budget Act, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Galab Donev said on Monday.
Justice Minister Calls for Swift Replacement of Supreme Judicial Council
The Supreme Judicial Council has run its course and should be replaced as soon as possible, Minister of Justice Nikolay Naydenov said at a briefing on Monday. Naydenov said a new SJC would mark the start of judicial reform and planned legislative changes.
Economy
Branimir Botev Elected Vice President of European League for Economic Cooperation
Bulgarian economist Prof. Branimir Botev has been elected Vice President of the European League for Economic Cooperation (ELEC). The appointment was announced in an official letter from ELEC President Javier Arias to Vasil Karaivanov, Secretary
Tourism Ministry Launches Digital Advertising Campaign "Come and Enjoy the Cool Weather in Bulgaria"
The Tourism Ministry has launched a digital advertising campaign titled "Come and Enjoy the Cool Weather in Bulgaria," the Ministry said on Monday. The campaign aims to promote Bulgaria as an attractive, affordable, and diverse destination for
Bulgarian Industrial Association Sets Conditions for Supporting Bulgaria's 2026 State, Health and Social Insurance Budgets
The Bulgarian Industrial Association (BIA) submitted its position on the draft budgets of the National Health Insurance Fund for 2026, the Public Social Insurance for 2026 and the State Budget for 2026 to the National Council for Tripartite Cooperation (NCTC) on Monday.
Household Lending in Bulgaria Rises 20.8%, Y/Y, at End-May 2026, Central Bank Reports
At end-May 2026, loans to households and NPISHs in Bulgaria stood at EUR 30.906 billion, increasing by 20.8% compared to the same month of 2025 (20.8% annual growth in April 2026), the Bulgarian National Bank reported on its official website on
Culture
Maharaj Trio from India Perform in Burgas
The Maharaj Trio from India performed at the Open Air Stage the Snail in Burgas on Sunday as part of their Bulgarian tour.
HELLO, SPACE | Bulgaria Calling Festival Showcases AI-Generated Avatar of Former BTA Director General Maxim Minchev
An AI generated avatar of former BTA director general Maxim Minchev (in office 2003-2020) congratulated the attendants of HELLO, SPACE | Bulgaria Calling Festival’s sixth edition which takes place on Friday and Saturday at Sofia Tech Park.
Sofia Choristers' Union, BTA Sign Partnership Agreement
The Sofia Choristers' Union Prof. Dr. Adriana Blagoeva signed a long-term partnership agreement with the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) on Friday. The agreement was signed on behalf of the union by its Board Chair, Alexander Dragovski. It covers the
BTA's Results Are Excellent, Parliamentary Culture and Media Committee Chair Kutev Says
The parliamentary Committee on Culture and Media unanimously approved the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) activity report for 2025 on Thursday. Committee Chair Anton Kutev of Progressive Bulgaria said after the presentation that “the results of BTA are
Balkans
Traffic Resumes on Renovated Section of Danube Bridge near Ruse on June 30
Traffic will resume on the renovated section of the Danube Bridge near Ruse at around 10:00 EEST on June 30, restoring two-way traffic for all types of vehicles, the Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA) said.
Bulgaria Brings Roses, Crafts to Tuzgolu Festival
Bulgarian symbols were showcased at the first Eskil Salt Lake International Culture and Tourism Festival in Tuzgolu, Turkiye, on Monday. Bulgaria joined more than 20 countries with children’s drawings, traditional costumes and craft workshops.
Ruse Hosts High-Level Danube Security Conference Focused on Regional Cooperation
Ruse hosted the international conference “Common River, Common Security: The Lower Danube as a Strategic Space for Security, Defense and Democratic Resilience,” on the occasion of Danube Day on June 29.
Road Infrastructure Agency Suspends Repair Work on Roads to Black Sea and Border Crossings with Greece
The Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA) announced on Monday that road repair work has been suspended on sections of national roads leading to Black Sea resorts and border crossings with Greece during the summer.