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BTA interview Aleksandrovska Hospital Achieves 100% Kidney Transplant Success Rate in 2025
The success rate of kidney transplants performed at Sofia’s Aleksandrovska Hospital this year is 100%, according to Professor Marincho Georgiev, head of the Urology Clinic at Aleksandrovska Hospital, chair of the Department of Urology at the Medical
No-confidence motion debate Parliament to Vote No-confidence Motion in Zhelyazkov's Cabinet on Thursday
Parliament will vote on the draft resolution for a no-confidence motion against the Rosen Zhelyazkov Cabinet on Thursday at 1:30 PM, said here on Wednesday National Assembly Chair Raya Nazaryan, after the end of the debates on the motion, which lasted around four hours.
No-confidence motion debate Ministers of Finance, Education Clash with Assen Vassilev from CC–DB over Funding for Education, Science, Healthcare
Finance Minister Temenuzhka Petkova and Minister of Education and Science Krasimir Valchev entered into a dispute with MP Assen Vassilev from Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC–DB) over funding for education, science, culture, sports, and healthcare in next year’s draft budget and in the three-year budget forecast. This occurred during the debates on the sixth vote of no confidence against Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov's cabinet for its failure in economic policy.
No-Confidence motion debate Government, Opposition Lawmakers Clash over Pros and Cons of Cabinet's Departure
"Eighty per cent of the reasons for the no-confidence motion have lost purpose between last Friday and the tabling of the revised draft budget this Monday," Aleksandar Ivanov MP of GERB-UDF argued at Wednesday's plenary debate on the opposition's motion of no confidence in the Zhelyazkov cabinet.
Economy
Institute for Market Economics Calls for Shift in Fiscal Course Ahead of Eurozone Entry
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
Peace, Security Named Key Preconditions for Europe’s Prosperity at Powers Summit Forum
Peace and security were identified as key preconditions for prosperity in Europe, according to Zornitza Venkova, Deputy Head of the European Commission Representation in Bulgaria, speaking at the Powers Summit forum in Sofia on Tuesday, which brought together government, political and business representatives for discussions focused on security in its various dimensions.
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
Serbia’s Fuel Supplies to Be Secured by Hungary, North Macedonia - Serbian Association of Employers Honorary President
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
Rudozem–Xanthi Border Crossing among Key Topics of Kostadinov’s Visit to Greek Parliament
The opening of the Rudozem–Xanthi border checkpoint, seen as crucial for the development of the Rhodope region, was among the main topics during Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov’s official visit to the Greek Parliament on Tuesday.
Various Scenarios Considered to Ensure Serbia's Energy Stability, President Vucic Says
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced that all key issues in the energy sector have been discussed and that various scenarios are being considered to ensure Serbia’s energy stability, national broadcaster RTS reported on Monday.
Long Lines of Cars Form at North Macedonia–Greece Border Due to Greek Farmers’ Protests
Columns of cars are waiting at the border crossings between North Macedonia and Greece near Dojran as they seek to enter Greece, North Macedonian media reported on Monday.