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Pharmaceutical Sector Organizations Propose Criminalizing Illegal Drug Production and Trade
The Bulgarian Pharmaceutical Union (BPhU), the Association of Research-Based Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in Bulgaria, the Bulgarian Association for the Development of Parallel Trade in Medicines, the Bulgarian Association of Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Retailers, and the Bulgarian Generic Pharmaceutical Association have proposed criminalizing the unauthorized production of and placing on the market of medicinal products outside established legal channels.
MPs Amend Veterinary Practices Act at First Reading to Ban Killing Animals for Valuable Furs
Parliament passed on Wednesday at first reading a bill amending the Veterinary Practices Act, which prohibits the rearing, breeding and killing of animals for the purpose of obtaining valuable furs and provides for penalties in the event of a breach.
Customs Seizes Over 220 Kg of Marijuana at Kapitan Andreevo Border Checkpoint
Customs officers from the Drug Trafficking Department at the Kapitan Andreevo border checkpoint seized a total of 196 packages containing 221.73 kg of marijuana worth nearly EUR 1,814,000 during an inspection of a truck leaving Bulgaria for Turkiye, the press centre of the Customs Agency in Svilengrad reported on Wednesday.
MRF Leader Calls for "Billions for Slush Funds" to Go for Defence, Compensation Measures
The Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) will propose that billions of euro "earmarked for slush funds" be redirected to defence, public security, energy compensation and measures to offset high food prices, MRF leader Delyan Peevski told
Economy
Modern Trade Association Requests Meeting with Prime Minister Due to Food Security Risks
In an open letter to Prime Minister Rumen Radev and Minister of Economy and Industry Alexander Poulev, the Association for Modern Trade (AMT) calls for an urgent meeting with the Prime Minister and representatives of relevant ministries to discuss joint actions to ensure food security, the continuity of supply chains and the stability of the domestic market in the face of heightened geopolitical risk.
Nuclear Energy Requires Predictable Policies, Long-Term Commitment, Energy Minister Says
Nuclear energy requires long-term commitment, predictable policies, public trust, skilled workers and sustainable funding, Energy Minister Iva Petrova said in a ministry statement on Tuesday.
EC Executive Vice-President Virkkunen Visits National STEM Centre
European Commission Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen visited the National STEM Centre in Sofia on Tuesday, the Education and Science Ministry said on its website.
Analysis: Housing Lending Continues to Grow In 2026 Q2
Housing lending continued to grow in the second quarter of the year, increasing by 26.4% year-on-year, despite activity in the real estate market remaining below last year's levels, according to an analysis by Credit Manager, part of Arco Real
Culture
Sliven Hosts 11th Friends Through Dance Folklore Festival on October 17
Sliven will host the 11th Friends Through Dance Folklore Festival on October 17 at Tuida Fortress, the organizers said on Tuesday.
Sofia Art Fair Closes with Nearly EUR 500,000 in Sales, Record Attendance
The third Sofia Art Fair generated nearly EUR 500,000 in art sales and drew a record number of visitors, its organizers said on Tuesday.
16th Wonders of Bulgaria Cultural Heritage Awards Take Place Under President's Auspices
The production, “The Bulgarian Code: The Embroidery”. is dedicated to deciphering the Bulgarian soul and spirit, President Iliana Iotova said in her remarks at the 16th annual Wonders of Bulgaria Cultural Heritage Awards, held at the Ivan Vazov
Burgas Proposes Port Site for Eurovision 2027 Eurovillage
Burgas has proposed part of the Burgas-East 1 port terminal as the location for Eurovillage, the public festival area planned alongside the Eurovision Song Contest 2027, Burgas Mayor Dimitar Nikolov said after a working meeting with Transport Minister Georgi Peev here on Monday.
Balkans
Vazrazhdane Opposes Iva Mihaylova's Extradition to North Macedonia, Citing Need for Medical Treatment
Prosecution in North Macedonia to Seek Iva Mihaylova's Remand in Custody
The court in Kocani, North Macedonia, was informed by the Interior Ministry that Iva Mihaylova was not in Kocani and had breached the measure of restraint imposed on her, the news media in North Macedonia reported on Tuesday. The president of the
Drone attacks in the Black Sea Bulgaria, Romania Discuss Closer Cooperation after Black Sea Ship Attacks
Prime Minister Rumen Radev discussed attacks on Black Sea merchant ships with Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan by telephone, the government press service said on Tuesday.
Romania PM-Designate Luca Niculescu to Present Cabinet, Government Programme on Thursday
Romanian Prime Minister-designate Luca Niculescu plans to present his proposed cabinet and government programme on Thursday, Digi24 reported on Tuesday.
Romania Takes Emergency Measures as Danube Nears Cooling-Water Limit at Cernavoda NPP
Romanian authorities took emergency measures after the Danube fell to a historic low near the Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), leaving the water level required for reactor cooling just 3 cm above the plant’s operational limit, local media