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Legal Revisions on Multi-funds in Second-Pillar Pension Insurance Clear First-Reading Committee Stage
The parliamentary Labour and Social Policy Committee on Wednesday approved on first reading a Government-proposed bill introducing multi-funds in supplementary retirement insurance.
President Iotova Sets Next Round of Caretaker Prime Minister Consultations
President Iliana Iotova will continue consultations with parliamentary groups in the 51st National Assembly as part of the constitutional procedure to appoint a caretaker PM, the President’s Press Secretariat said on Wednesday.
Bulgaria’s Largest Illegal Cigarette Factory Busted in Joint Operation
The largest illegal cigarette factory uncovered in Bulgaria to date was dismantled in an operation involving the State Agency for National Security (SANS), the Interior Ministry, the Customs Agency, and British services, Acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov said at a briefing here on Wednesday.
Sofia Mayor Says He Knew Petrohan Lodge Victims as "Good Men", Condemns “Smear Campaign” against Them
In a Facebook post Wednesday, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said that he knew personally the three men found dead near the Petrohan Lodge, that they were "good men" who "had chosen to fight a brutal enemy in an unequal battle" for nature protection,
Economy
Council of Ministers decisions Government Grants Derogation from EU Regulation over Supplies for Kozloduy N-plant
The Council of Ministers granted a derogation from Article 3j(1), Article 3i(1), and Article 5k(1) of Council Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 concerning restrictive measures in view of Russia’s actions destabilizing the situation in Ukraine, the government press service said here on Wednesday.
Montana Mayor: Minimum Wage Raise Not Provided For in State Budget, Municipalities Pay Difference
He stressed that the additional expense resulting from the increase in the minimum wage for Montana Municipality is about EUR 300,000 per month. "These funds must be covered by the Municipality's own revenues."
Bulgaria Records Highest Annual, Monthly Increase in Industrial Producer Prices in EU in December
In December 2025, industrial producer prices decreased by 0.4% in the EU and by 0.3% in the euro area, compared with November 2025, after increases of 0.8% and 0.7% respectively in November, according to the latest preliminary estimates from
Central Government Sub-Sector Reports Deficit of EUR 208 Mln in December 2025
In December 2025, the Central Government sub-sector recorded revenues of BGN 8.475 billion (EUR 4.333 billion) and expenditures of BGN 8.883 billion (EUR 4.541 billion), while the Social Security Funds sub-sector reported revenues of BGN 3.385
Culture
Photographic Exhibition of Iconic Sofia Locations Opens at National Assembly Building
Kyustendil Expects Over 3,500 Participants for Dzhamala Festival 2026 on February 7-8
The Dzhamala Festival 2026 will be held in Kyustendil on February 7 and 8, the municipal administration said on Tuesday.
Plovdiv Fair Street Food Fest to Be Part of 11th Agra, Vinaria, Foodtech Exhibitions
Concerts, a street food zone with dishes from all over the world, culinary demonstrations, games and awards are planned for the guests. The programme includes performances from folklore singer Savina, the Bulgarian Rhythms ensemble, the Kristijan Azirovic Orchestra from Serbia, Dimitris Band from Greece and the Amor Mio Latino Band.
BTA interview Engineer Ivaylo Nachev: Antarctica Provides Clear Data on Solar Activity
Antarctica is a place where polar astronomical projects can be carried out with much greater precision, says the team led by engineer Ivaylo Nachev. He is currently at the Bulgarian Antarctic Base St. Kliment Ohridski on Livingston Island and has
Commemorative Plaque Unveiled in Sofia for 105th Anniversary of University of National and World Economy
A commemorative plaque marking the 105th anniversary of the University of National and World Economy (UNWE) was unveiled on Monday at 6 Slavyanska Street in Sofia, in front of the building where, on May 21, 1920, the Free University of Political and Economic Sciences - the predecessor of today's UNWE - was established.
Balkans
Romania Has Most Brown Bears in Europe, or Three Times More Than It Should, Study Shows
Romania has the largest number of brown bears in Europe, or three times more than it should have, with the population continuing to grow, according to data collected under the project "Implementation of the National Action Plan for the Conservation
North Macedonia's First Deputy PM Confers with EU Commissioner for Enlargement
North Macedonia's First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of European Affairs Bekim Sali, who is visiting Brussels, has held a working meeting with European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, the Ministry of European Affairs in Skopje said.
Chinese Humanoid Robot, Dressed in Vest Inspired by Traditional Serbian Folk Costume, Presented in Belgrade
Chinese company Agibot's humanoid robot named Luka - a popular Serbian name - was presented at the China Cultural Center in Belgrade, the Tanjug news agency reported. Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic attended the presentation, during which the
SDSM Secretary General Dimitrijevikj: Five-Tonne Marijuana Seizure Raises Border Questions
Opposition SDSM calls on prosecutors to open an investigation after Serbian police seized five tonnes of marijuana linked to Skopje-based Alphapharm, SDSM Secretary General Aleksandar Sasa Dimitrijevikj said on Monday.