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Hristo Ivanov Will Be Sworn In as MP and Will Give Up Seat
Yes, Bulgaria said that outgoing chairman Hristo Ivanov won’t serve as MP in the 50th National, Ivanov will be sworn in as MP in compliance with all procedures in the Constitution and the Election Code will immediately submit an application for
Today's Observances: June 15-16
Today's Observances: June 15-16
Additional Two Dozen Anti-Hail Rocket Sites Needed across Bulgaria
Between 22 and 24 anti-hail rocket sites should be set up across the country, the head of the Hail Suppression Agency, Valeri Tsenov, said here Friday. Tsenov cited an analysis, according to which there have been closures of such sites and a reduction in administration for years, leading to failures in hail suppression.
Justice Minister Pavlova Attends EU Justice and Home Affairs Council
The issue of establishing and recognising parentage after surrogacy in cross-border situations within the European Union needs further study and analysis to ensure a high level of protection of children and parents‘ rights, caretaker Justice Minister Maria Pavlova said.
Economy
Unit 6 of Kozloduy N-plant to Be Switched Off for Repairs on June 15
On June 15 unit 6 of the Kozloduy N-plant will be switched off for repairs due to malfunction of the oil system of the 24/400kV generator transformer (non-nuclear part of the unit) detected during operation, as well as signs of coolant leakage. The leakage is monitored constantly, and is currently lower than the allowed range.
Bulgaria Wants You Forum Brings Together Businesses and Successful People in Sofia
Bulgaria Wants You's Forum, titled "Career and Life: Why in Bulgaria?" featured dozens of companies presenting employment opportinuities to people who choose to develop their careers in Bulgaria in their respecive professional field. Successful Bulgarians from various fields shared how they built their careers and gave advice to the forum participants. The event took place at the National Palace of Culture in Sofia.
Eurostat Job Vacancy Rate Drops in EU, Euro Area, Remains Stable in Bulgaria, Q1 2024
The job vacancy rate in the EU in the first quarter of 2024 was 2.6%, the same as in the last quarter of 2023 and down from 2.9% in the first quarter of 2023, according to Eurostat data released on Friday.
Emergency Pavement Repairs to Danube Bridge at Ruse Completed, Traffic Restrictions Lifted
The emergency pavement repairs to the Danube Bridge between Ruse and Giurgiu have finished. Traffic has been restored and restrictions lifted, the Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA) said on Friday.
Culture
Sandor Marai's Book "The Candles Burn Till the End" Will Be Presented in Sofia
Sandor Marai's book The Candles Burn Till the End will be presented on June 19 at the Hungarian Liszt Institute in Sofia. The book is published by the Nike publishing house, the organizers said. Marai's book is a drama of overdue reckoning.
Music Theatre Festival 4th Edition Starts in Sofia
The fourth edition of the Sofia Music Theatre Festival will take place on the outdoor stage in the Defence Academy Park, the theatre said. Carmina Burana performed by Arabesque Ballet will open the festival on June 23. The closing
Sofia's Plus 359 Gallery to Host Exhibition by Artist Stela Vasileva
Sofia’s Plus 359 Gallery will host a solo exhibition by Stela Vasileva between June 18 and July 27.
Kuwaiti Pianist Lulwa Al Shamlan to Perform in Sofia
Kuwaiti pianist Lulwa Al Shamlan will play a recital at the Polish Institute in Sofia on June 17, the Institute said.
The Balkans
Main Task of Vidin Regional Information Center is to Make Process of Attracting Investments in Northwestern Bulgaria More Transparent
The main task of the Regional Information Center (RIC) in Vidin is to make the process of attracting investments to Bulgaria's Northwest more transparent, so as to increase awareness of opportunities provided by the EU Cross Border Programmes, Mariela Savkova, Manager of RIC Vidin, said on Friday at the cross-border conference "Europe in the Balkans: Common Future", held in Vidin and Belgrade.
Influence of EU Can Be Seen Everywhere in Vidin, Says Deputy Mayor During Cross-border Conference
The first and most important thing for a town like Vidin is the economic impact, which can be measured by the EU funds for the development of the municipal, urban, educational, tourism and environmental infrastructure, as well as by established partnerships, Vidin Deputy Mayor Desislava Todorova said.
Turkiye's Highways, Bridges Will Be Free June 15-19 for Eid al-Adha
Turkiye's highways and bridges will be free for transport traffic from June 15 to 19 on the occasion of the holy Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, Turkish media reported on Friday. Eid al-Adha is one of the two biggest holidays in Islam. In Turkiye, a
More Than A Third of EU Citizens in Border Regions Have Benefited From Cross-border Programmes Since 1990, Says Deputy Head of EU Delegation to Serbia
EU cohesion policies are particularly important for less developed EU regions and therefore remain one of the EU's key priorities, said Plamena Halacheva, deputy head of the European Union Delegation to the Republic of Serbia. He was among the