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Wrap-up Chinese Foreign Minister Visits Bulgaria, Holds Talks with PM, President, Bulgarian Counterpart
World Meeting of Bulgarian Media 21st World Meeting of Bulgarian Media Opens in Budapest
Bulgaria
BTA Press Club in Silistra Hosts Discussion on Foster Care
The state of foster care in Silistra Region, the difficulties faced by foster parents, and the need for more public awareness about this form of care for children at risk were the focus of a "Foster Me" discussion in Silistra.
Defence Ministry Steps Up Black Sea Coast Surveillance Using Drones
The Bulgarian Armed Forces are using unmanned aerial vehicles to step up surveillance of Bulgaria's Black Sea coast and the adjacent airspace and maritime areas as part of additional security measures, the Defence Ministry said on Monday. The
Presidential Candidate Iotova Visits Pernik, Views New Museum Exhibition
Presidential candidate Iliana Iotova visited Pernik on Monday to mark the town's day and attend the opening of an exhibition at the Regional History Museum on Monday.
Labour Minister Presents Bulgarian Priorities in Social Policy at EU Council Meeting
The Minister of Labour and Social Policy Nataliya Efremova presented Bulgaria's position on key topics on the European agenda at an Employment and Social Policy Council in Luxembourg Monday, Efremova's Ministry said. The meeting discussed measures
Economy
Bulgarian SMEs to Receive Up to 90% Reimbursement for Equity Financing Costs under EUR 1 Million Scheme
Transport Minister: Procedures Worth over EUR 350 Mln Terminated at Railway Infrastructure Company after Audit
Procurement procedures worth more than EUR 350 million and contracts worth over EUR 20 million have been terminated at the National Railway Infrastructure Company (NRIC) following an audit that raised suspicions of irregularities, Transport and Communications Minister Georgi Peev told Nova TV on Sunday.
High Electricity and Fuel Prices Main Concern for Meat Processors, Industry Association Head Says
More than 400 companies operate in Bulgaria's meat-processing sector, most of them small and medium-sized enterprises. Greater cooperation among producers is needed to enable them to fulfil larger orders and meet consumer demand, Urdzhanov said.
EUR 170 Mln State Aid to Support Farmers Hit by Fuel, Fertilizer Price Rises, Agriculture Minister Says
The EUR 170 million in state aid approved by the European Commission for Bulgarian farmers affected by higher fuel and fertilizer prices due to the Middle East crisis will be divided into two schemes, Agriculture and Food Minister Plamen Abrovski said on Saturday.
Five Working Groups Have Two Weeks to Prepare for Private Operator's Entry into Bulgaria's Rail Passenger Market
Five working groups have two weeks to prepare solutions to key issues related to the provision of rail passenger services by state-owned and private operators from December 13, 2026, Transport and Communications Minister Georgi Peev has said here
Culture
Samokov to Host 13th Theatre Without Borders October 19 to 24
Twenty amateur theatre groups will participate in the 13th Theatre Without Borders national festival, taking place in Samokov on October 19-24.
Pernik Marks City Day with Ceremony and Annual Awards
Pernik marked its City Day on Monday with a flag-raising ceremony, addresses by officials, and the presentation of annual awards for contributions to the city. The celebration, dedicated to St John of Rila, the city’s patron saint, took place in front of the Palace of Culture.
Exhibition Highlighting History of Bulgarian Illustrated Children's Books Held in Kazanlak
The history of Bulgarian illustrated books for kids is highlighted at an exhibition in the main building of the Kazanlak Art Gallery in the central Bulgarian town. The publications featured in the show are by Bulgarian authors and illustrators, with
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Describes Visit to Sofia as Historic Day of Renewed Sanctification of Church Relations
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew described his visit to Sofia as a historic day of renewed sanctification of church relations during the solemn Divine Liturgy at the Patriarchal Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevsky, concelebrated with Bulgarian
Balkans
Hristo Simeonov, Petar Krumov Win Best Screenplay for My Father’s Shoes at Kinenova International Film Festival
American Diplomat Who Previously Served in Sofia Becomes US Charge d’affaires in Greece
Diplomat Josh Huck is the new US Chargé d’affaires in Greece following the resignation of the previous ambassador, Kimberly Guilfoyle, the diplomatic mission announced on its website on Thursday. The announcement was accompanied by a biography of Joshua Huck, which states that he has worked at several US diplomatic missions around the world, including in Sofia, and that he speaks Bulgarian.
Bulgarian, Romanian Presidents Agree to Push for Stronger Counter-Drone Measures in Black Sea
Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova and Romanian President Nicusor Dan discussed Black Sea security in a telephone conversation and agreed to work together to strengthen counter-drone measures within the EU and NATO, Dan said in a post on X on
Council of Ministers decisions Bulgarian Government Approves Draft Agreement on New Border Checkpoint with Turkiye
Bulgaria's government has approved a draft agreement with Turkiye on opening a new border checkpoint, Kapitan Andreevo-Kapikule North.
Yandex Go Taxi Service in Belgrade Disrupted after Drone Attack on Russian Data Centre
The Yandex Go taxi service in the Serbian capital Belgrade has been disrupted following a Ukrainian drone attack on a data centre in Russia on Monday, Serbian media reported on Wednesday.