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Prime Minister Zhelyazkov: Investing in Defence Would Be Meaningless Without Dedication to Military Profession
Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov said Friday that investments in security, defence, and modern technologies are meaningful only if accompanied by inspiration, dedication, and commitment to the military profession.
Bulgaria Fulfilled All Commitments under Rudozem–Xanthi Border Checkpoint Project, Says Regional Development Minister
Bulgaria has fulfilled all its commitments under the project for the new Rudozem–Xanthi border-crossing checkpoint between Bulgaria and Greece, and the facility has been issued an operating permit for both the checkpoint and the access road as of
Vazrazhdane Refers to Constitutional Court Procedure for Appointment of Chiefs of State Intelligence Agency, State Agency for Technical Operations
Vazrazhdane has referred to the Constitutional Court amendments to the laws governing the State Intelligence Agency (SIA) and the State Agency for Technical Operations (SATO). They are requesting that the recent changes adopted by the National
Solemn Ceremony, Wreath Laying Marks Bulgarian Police Day
A solemn ceremony was held outside the building of the National Police General Directorate here on Friday to mark the professional holiday of the Bulgarian Police, which is celebrated on the day of their patron saint, St Michael the Archangel.
Economy
Energy Minister Stankov: Bulgaria Contributes to Europe's Energy Security Through Connectivity, Diversification and Secure Energy Supplies
Burgas Regional Tourist Chamber Reports Successful Summer Tourist Season on Southern Black Sea Coast
The summer tourist season in Burgas Region (Southern Black Sea coast) in 2025 was successful, but reaching pre-pandemic levels will require more time and targeted work to improve the competitiveness of the region, the Burgas Regional Tourist Chamber (BRTC) said.
Household Loans Exceeding BGN 1 Mln Up by 63.3% Y/Y - Central Bank
Bank loans to households in Bulgaria exceeding BGN 1 million rose by 63.3% year-on-year to a total of 472 loans at the end of the third quarter of this year, according to data from the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) released on Friday. For comparison, a year earlier the number of such loans stood at 289, or 183 fewer than the current figure. The total amount of household loans above this threshold reached BGN 727.5 million, marking an annual increase of 67.1%, or just over BGN 292 million.
Bulgarians’ Pessimism about Country’s Overall Economic Situation Deepens in October, NSI Survey Shows
In October 2025, the total consumer confidence indicator has dropped by 4.0 percentage points compared to its July level (from -21.1% to -25.1%), which is due to the decreased confidence among both urban and rural inhabitants - by 3.0 and by 6.2 percentage points, respectively, according to data of the National Statistical Institute (NSI), published on Friday.
National Statistical Institute Residential Buildings Commissioned in Q3 2025 Up 7.95% from Q2 2025
According to preliminary data released by the National Statistical Institute on Friday, the number of newly built residential buildings in the third quarter of 2025 was 1,392, up 7.95% from 1,256 in the previous quarter. The newly built dwellings in them were 6,478 compared to 6,001 in the previous quarter.
Culture
Photo Exhibition by Young People with Epilepsy Opens in Sofia
Emotions in Focus photo exhibition, created by young people with epilepsy, will open on November 10 at the Roslin Central Park Hotel in Sofia.
Culture Minister Calls for Unity, Resilience in Protecting Cultural Heritage at 43rd Session of UNESCO’s General Conference
UNESCO continues to be a cornerstone of multilateralism, dialogue, and international cooperation, said Culture Minister Marian Bachev during the opening of the 43rd session of UNESCO’s General Conference, the Ministry of Culture reported on
Culture Minister Bachev Attends EU Council Meeting on Culture in Copenhagen
Bulgarian Culture Minister Marian Bachev, accompanied by Deputy Minister Todor Chobanov, took part in the informal meeting of the EU Education, Youth, Culture and Sport Council (Culture format) held in Copenhagen on November 3-4, 2025, the Culture
UPDATED BTA Director General: Svetilnik Initiative Honors Individuals Who Continue Traditions of Bulgaria’s Awakeners
The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) has consistently covered all editions of the Svetilnik (Candlelight) initiative, which honors individuals who continue the traditions of Bulgaria’s national awakeners through their creative and public work, BTA
Balkans
Serbian President Vucic Tells EU Ambassador His Term Will End Soon, Vows to Leave Good Impression
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic told the European Union’s Ambassador to Belgrade, Andreas von Beckerath, that his mandate would end soon and that, until then, he would try to leave a good impression on the European community, including through the language he uses, Serbian media reported.
Brussels Report Serves as Roadmap for Serbia, Parliament Speaker Says
The President of Serbia's National Assembly, Ana Brnabic, said on Tuesday that the European Commission’s annual report on the country’s progress towards European integration is an extremely important document for Serbia. Quoted by Serbian media,
North Macedonia's PM Meets with European Council President
North Macedonia Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski met European Council President Antionio Costa, the Prime Minister said on his official Facebook profile on Tuesday. "We discussed our country’s European path, the importance of preserving European values, and the support we are receiving in the integration process. We exchanged experiences and ideas on how to accelerate our progress and how to create better opportunities for citizens. Such meetings are of great importance as they confirm our commitment to the European perspective and strengthen cooperation with European partners," Mickoski wrote.
Burgas University Joins Project to Boost Earthquake Emergency Response in Black Sea Basin
A project on strengthening and promoting earthquake emergency response in the Black Sea Basin region was launched in Bucharest on Tuesday. The project, called SPEER-A, will be implemented under the 2021 - 2027 Interreg VI-B NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme, the Burgas State University (BSU) said.