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Vazrazhdane Leader: Delaying Appointment of Caretaker Cabinet Serves Interests of Ruling Coalition, Ex-President
Sofia University Already Inside the OECD Tent, Dean Georgiev Says
Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski’s Faculty of Economics and Business Administration is already part of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) through its participation in the organization’s formats and initiatives, Dean Atanas Georgiev said on Friday.
Outgoing Education Minister Valchev: All Schools Get STEM Centres by Summer
All Bulgarian schools will have STEM centres built by the summer, Outgoing Minister of Education and Science Krasimir Valchev told journalists on Friday.
GERB Chair Urges President Iotova to Appoint Caretaker Prime Minister Without Delay
In a Facebook post, GERB Chair Boyko Borissov urged President Iliana Iotova to conclude consultations and appoint a caretaker prime minister. “From what I can see, that prime minister will belong to Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria and
Yes, Bulgaria Urges Presidential Veto on Election Code Amendments Limiting Polling Stations Abroad
Representatives of Yes, Bulgaria (part of the Democratic Bulgaria coalition within the broader Continue the Change – Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) alliance) have called on President Iliana Iotova to veto the amendments to the Election Code that cap
Economy
Bulgaria Air to Resume Seasonal Flights from Sofia to Milan from March 3
National carrier Bulgaria Air will resume its seasonal direct flights on the Sofia–Milan–Sofia route, with the first flight to Milan Malpensa Airport scheduled for March 3, the airline’s press centre announced on Friday. According to the
Economic and Social Council Discusses Strategic Reforms with OECD Secretary-General
The Chairpersons’ Council of Bulgaria’s Economic and Social Council (ESC) held a meeting with Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Secretary-General Mathias Cormann and his team as part of their official visit to Bulgaria, the
Retail Trade Turnover Rises 7.7% Year-on-Year in December 2025
In December 2025 the turnover in retail trade, except trade in motor vehicles and motorcycles at constant prices increased by 1.6% compared to the previous month and by 7.7% compared to the same month of 2024, the National Statistical Institute
National Statistical Institute Two-room Homes Continue to Dominate New Construction in Bulgaria
In the fourth quarter of 2025 the number of newly built residential buildings was 1,809, and the newly built homes in them were 8,027, according to preliminary data from the National Statistical Institute, published on their website on Friday. In
Culture
Chinese National Peking Opera Company Presents Various Artistic Schools and Styles To Bulgarian Audience In Debut Performance
Stara Zagora Hosts Bulgaria’s Cinema and Psychotherapy Festival
Stara Zagora is hosting for the first time Bulgaria’s international festival combining cinema and psychotherapy as an innovative approach to personal and social development, the local administration said Friday.
Exhibition Showcases Kotel Carpets and the Artists Behind Them
The exhibition “The Artist and the Carpet. Designs for the Kotel Carpet-Weaving School” was presented today for the first time in Bulgaria at the Lyubor Bayer Exhibition Hall in Stara Zagora. The exhibition traces the development of the Kotel carpet
Hristo Haralampiev Displays Drawings and Sculptures in New Exhibition
Prof. Hristo Haralampiev exhibits 7 sculptures and 17 drawings at Art Gallery Vejdi in Sofia. The exhibition opens on February 11, the host gallery announced.
BTA to Publish LIK Magazine Issue Dedicated to "130 Years of Higher Education in Fine Arts"
The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) is working on a special issue of its LIK magazine dedicated to the theme "130 Years of Higher Education in Fine Arts".
Balkans
Turkiye's President on 2023 Earthquakes Anniversary: "In Short Period of Three Years, We Rebuilt Our Cities"
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan published a video message on his official social media accounts marking the third anniversary of the February 6, 2023, earthquakes in southern Turkiye, which claimed more than 53,000 lives.
Bosnian Serb Leader Dodik Attends National Prayer Breakfast in US, No Serbian Politician Reports Invitation
Not a single Serbian politician has publicly announced receiving an invitation to this year’s National Prayer Breakfast, which is being held in Washington, D.C., from February 4 to 6, regional television station N1 reported. For years, Serbia’s
Romania and Bulgaria Step Up Joint Action Against Migrant Smugglers
Joint actions by Romania and Bulgaria led to the dismantling of migrant-smuggling groups operating in this part of Europe, Romanian Interior Ministry officials said after a video-conference meeting on Thursday.
MEP Ilhan Kyuchyuk: The Future of Europe Lies in Balkans
Bulgarian MEP Ilhan Kyuchyuk from the Renew Europe Group said the EU integration of the Balkans is not just a political issue, but a long-term cause backed by vision, commitment and trust. He hosted the Western Balkans Forum 2026: A New Chapter for Europe.