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Regional Inspectorates of Environment and Water Carry Out 2,100-Plus Inspections at 2,009 Sites in July
The Regional Inspectorates of Environment and Water (RIEW) in Bulgaria carried out more than 2,100 inspections at 2,009 sites across the country in July, the press office of the Environment and Water Ministry said. Fire prevention at waste treatment
Central Election Commission Launches Tender for Presidential Election Information Campaign
The Central Election Commission (CEC) launched a tender for voter information materials for the October 25 presidential election, CEC's press service said on Thursday.
Prosecutor Organization Proposes Measures for Reporting Pressure, Interference in Election of Supreme Judicial Council
The Independent Association of Bulgarian Prosecutors (IABP) proposed that the rules for conducting elections of members of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) include the creation of a special mechanism for reporting pressure and interference. This is laid out in a statement by the organization on Thursday.
Government Plans Measures to Improve Pension Adequacy, Satisfaction and Trust in the System
Measures aimed at improving satisfaction with the pension system, ensuring more adequate pensions and strengthening public trust are being planned, Minister of Labour and Social Policy Nataliya Efremova told journalists during a visit to Bolyarovo
Economy
Union of Accountants in Bulgaria Proposes System for Controlling Implementation of Government's Programme
Eurovision 2027 Vazrazhdane: Sofia Will Miss Out on Eurovision Economic Benefits Because of Mayor's Inaction
The Sofia chapter of the Vazrazhdane party criticized Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev over what it described as the missed economic benefits of hosting the Eurovision Song Contest, the party's press office said. According to the organization, the city has
National Statistical Institute Chair Atanasov: Institute Cuts One in Ten Jobs
The National Statistical Institute is cutting 10% of its positions, NSI Chair Atanas Atanasov told journalists on Thursday.
Eurostat data Bulgaria’s Industrial Production Posts First Monthly Rise in Three Months but Remains Among EU’s Weakest, Y/Y
Industrial production in Bulgaria increased by 0.4% in June from May, recording its first monthly rise in three months and outpacing the European Union average. On an annual basis, however, output remained in negative territory, with Bulgaria among
Agriculture Minister Identifies Drought, Water Shortage as Main Challenges in Sector
Minister of Agriculture and Food Plamen Abrovski said here on Thursday that the main challenges facing agriculture are drought and water shortage, and pointed out the need to restore irrigation systems. Abrovski was in Kresna for an inspection of
Culture
Eurovision 2027 Culture Minister Miloshev Congratulates Burgas on Eurovision Host Selection
Culture Minister Evtim Miloshev congratulated Burgas on Thursday for being selected to host Eurovision.
Bern Convention Representatives Visit Bosilegrad Over Environmental Concerns
Sofia-based activist Dr. Valentin Yanev also travelled to Bosilegrad for the meeting with representatives of the Bern Convention. However, Serbian border authorities barred him from entering the country this morning, citing a potential threat to national security.
Exhibition Dedicated to Recent Archaeological Discoveries Opens in Plovdiv
From August 11 until the end of the year, the Regional Archaeological Museum - Plovdiv is presenting its annual exhibition, Discoveries 2025 – Threshold Between Worlds, dedicated to the most significant archaeological discoveries made during the past archaeological season in Plovdiv and the surrounding region.
Beglika Fest to Take Place from August 12 to 16
Beglika Fest will take place from August 12 to 16 near the Golyam Beglik Reservoir in the Rhodope Mountains, the Beglika Foundation, which organizes the event, said on Monday.
Balkans
Bulgarian MEPs Alert EU Leaders to North Macedonia's Denial of Medical Treatment to Bulgarian Citizen
Turkish Transport Minister: Bulgarian, Turkish Companies to Actively Participate in Construction of Black Sea Motorway
Turkish Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloglu told BTA that both Turkish and Bulgarian companies and specialists will actively participate in the upcoming construction of the Black Sea motorway between Varna and Burgas.
Greek Town of Dimotika Opens Rose Garden, Celebrating Ties with Kazanlak
A public space called Rose Garden was officially opened in the Greek town of Dimotika on Tuesday, the Kazanlak Municipality said.
BTA exclusive Croatia Tourism Revenues Up due to Higher Prices, Last-Minute Bookings Prevail
Tourism revenues in Croatia rose in July, driven by higher prices, while overnight stays showed no year-on-year increase. More than 1.1 million tourists are currently in the country, Croatian national broadcaster HRT said on Monday.
Code Red for Risk of Fires Issued in North Macedonia, Local Media Report
Most of the time the fires break out in places with lots of dry grass and agricultural waste. Setting the dry grass on fire, whether intentionally or accidentally, can easily turn a small fire into an intense wildfire due to the drought and the high temperatures.