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Council of Ministers decisions Bulgaria to Join Pan-European Public Procurement Procedure for Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Platform
Council of Ministers' decisions Digital Nomad Visas and 10-Year ID Cards Greenlit by Bulgarian Government
Council of Ministers adopted changes to residence rules and identity documents, the government press service said here Wednesday.
Council of Ministers decisions Government Approves Draft Memorandum on Electronic Customs Data Exchange between Bulgaria and Serbia
The Council of Ministers approved a draft Memorandum of Understanding regarding the electronic exchange of data between the Customs Agency of the Republic of Bulgaria and the Customs Administration under the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of
Council of Ministers' decisions Government Funds National Share for Vidin–Sofia Rail Upgrade
The Government will provide the national co-financing for the project Modernization of the Vidin–Sofia Railway Line: Medkovets–Sratsimir Section, which has been approved under the Connecting Europe Facility, the government press service said here Wednesday.
Council of Ministers decisions Bulgaria to Withdraw from Intersputnik Space Communications Organization
Bulgaria will withdraw from the International Organization for Space Communications Intersputnik. The government will propose to the National Assembly to denounce the accession agreement, which was ratified in 1972. The reasons for the decision lie
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
Council of Ministers decisions Cabinet Approves Draft Memorandum on Electronic Data Exchange between Bulgaria's, North Macedonia's Customs Authorities
The Government has approved a draft Memorandum of Understanding on electronic data exchange between the Customs Agency of the Republic of Bulgaria and the Customs Administration of the Republic of North Macedonia (RNM), the Bulgarian Cabinet's press service said here on Wednesday.
Serbia and Republic of Cyprus Sign Defence Cooperation Agreement
Serbia and the Republic of Cyprus have signed an agreement on Wednesday that will further contribute to the development of defence cooperation between the two countries, the Tanjug news agency reported. During an official visit to the Republic of
Serbia’s Fuel Supplies to Be Secured by Hungary, North Macedonia - Serbian Association of Employers Honorary President
Nebojsa Atanackovic, Honorary President of Serbian Association of Employers, has said that part of Serbia’s fuel supplies will soon be arriving from the south via North Macedonia, while the rest - likely the larger share - will come from the north, mainly from Hungary, Serbian national broadcaster RTS reported.
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