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International Expedition in SW Bulgaria Collects Some 300 Butterfly Species for First-Ever Genomic Sequencing
Democratic Bulgaria Urges Draft Budget to Be Revised
Democratic Bulgaria insists that the Finance Minister withdraw the proposed draft budget and revise it, MP Ivaylo Mirchev told reporters in Parliament on Thursday. The party is calling for a budget deficit of no more than 3% and no additional
Hristo Gadzhev Sworn In as MP
Hristo Gadzhev was sworn in as a member of parliament from the GERB – UDF list in the 24th constituency – Sofia at the beginning of Thursday's plenary session.
Democratic Bulgaria Warns 5.7% Budget Deficit Draws Comparisons to Zhan Videnov Government
Progressive Bulgaria is proposing a record budget deficit, comparable to that under the administration of former prime minister Zhan Videnov (1995-1997), said Democratic Bulgaria (DB) MP Martin Dimitrov, quoted by the coalition's press centre. The comments came after the Finance Minister Galab Donev presented the main parameters of the draft budget for 2026 - it envisages a deficit of 5.7% of GDP, or just over EUR 7.2 billion.
Bulgaria Nominates Jurists Deyan Rusanov and Ivan Stoynev as Judges at EU General Court
Jurists Deyan Rusanov and Ivan Stoynev are Bulgaria’s nominees for judges at the General Court of the European Union. The nomination was approved by the Government at its regular meeting on Wednesday and the Justice Minister was mandated to
Economy
AmChams Regional Economic Summit 2026 Foreign Minister Petrova: Bulgaria Has Potential to Become Regional Energy Hub
AmChams Regional Economic Summit 2026 Regional Cooperation Key to Sustainable Growth, AmCham Bulgaria President Tells ARES 2026 Conference
Stronger regional cooperation and a shared commitment to sustainable development are essential for creating a positive economic future, according to the newly elected President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria (AmCham), Tommy Ver
Upcoming Statistical Institute Chair to Open Exhibition Bulgarian Lands and Modern Statistics at National Library
National Statistical Institute (NSI) Chair Atanas Atanasov will open the Bulgarian Lands and Modern Statistics exhibition on Thursday in the central lobby of the Sts Cyril and Methodius National Library, the NSI said.
Energy, Defence Industry Key Future Cooperation Spheres for Bulgaria and France, Economy Ministry Says
Deputy Minister of Economy, Investment and Industry Krasimir Yakimov met with France’s Minister Delegate for Industry Sebastien Martin in Paris. The two officials discussed prospects for deepening bilateral cooperation in key industrial sectors.
Bulgarians Trust Insurance More, but Few Would Rely on It in Crisis, Survey Shows
According to a survey, conducted by Trend Marketing and Social Research Agency in May 2026, 60% of Bulgarians say they trust insurance companies, compared to 47% in a 2020 survey on insurance awareness and attitudes.
Culture
Bulgarian Academy of Sciences President Slavcheva Presents 2025 Report to Education Committee
The National Assembly Committee on Education and Science considered the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences’ 2025 annual report at its meeting on Wednesday.
Medical University-Sofia Introduces New Bachelor's Programmes for International Students
Medical University - Sofia announced Tuesday that it is launching three new English-language programmes – two Bachelor's and one Master's - designed specifically for international students. The programmes are in Nursing, Kinesitherapy, and Clinical
Conference to Bring Together Bulgarian and International Mathematicians in Sofia in July
The international conference Mathematics Days in Sofia will take place from July 6 to 10, bringing together Bulgarian researchers from across the country and around the world, as well as leading international experts. The event is organized by the
12th Cinelibri Film and Literature Festival Will Feature Over 70 Literary Adaptations and Productions
The 12th edition of the international Cinelibri film and literature festival will take place from October 15 to November 8 in Sofia and six other Bulgarian cities under the motto "Civilisation of the Spectacle," the festival organizers
Balkans
On June 24, Romanians Celebrate Traditional Embroidered Blouse Recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Airshow Between Ruse, Giurgiu to Feature Elite Romanian Aerobatics Team
An airshow by the Hawks of Romania will be visible from the riverbanks over Ruse and Giurgiu on June 27 during the Two Flags – One River parade, Ruse Municipality said on Wednesday.
Tensions Rising between Ruling Party, Student Movement in Serbia, Two Opposing Rallies Planned for St. Vitus Day
Tensions are rising between the ruling party and supporters of the student movement in Serbia, who are organizing a rally and a counter-rally over the weekend, when the national holiday of Vidovdan (St. Vitus Day) will be celebrated, local media reported on Tuesday.
Greek Experts Question Positive Effects of Free Public Transport Reform
Greek transport experts question the impact of a proposed reform for free of charge public transport on traffic jams in Athens, the Greek media outlet Kathimerini wrote on Tuesday. According to them ticket prices do not rank among essential transport faults noted by passengers.
Radio Bulgaria Editor-in-Chief Martinov: BTA SPA Catalogue Is Substantial, Polished Publication
BTA’s BG SPA – Health through Water catalogue is a substantial, polished publication, Bulgarian National Radio’s Radio Bulgaria Editor-in-Chief Krasimir Martinov said on Monday.