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Presidential Candidate Hristanov Calls for Strong, Independent Presidency
Presidential candidate Ivan Hristanov called for a strong, independent presidency at a meeting in Pazardzhik on Wednesday, saying the head of state must not be a puppet of party headquarters.
Presidential Candidate Iotova in Haskovo: "Trust Is Most Important Thing, if You Want to Be Involved in Politics"
Presidential candidate Iliana Iotova said at a campaign rally on Wednesday in Haskovo, ahead of the October 25 election, that trust is "the most important thing, if you want to be involved in politics. But trust is neither inherited, nor demanded, nor commanded."
Journalists and Experts Discuss Reporting on Violence in Media
Sofia hosted the conference "How Do We Tell Stories of Violence" on Wednesday night. The event was organized by the Association of European Journalists - Bulgaria and WakeUp Foundation.
People’s Power Continues as Political Movement, Presidential Candidate Georgi Dimov Says
People’s Power continues as a political movement, presidential candidate Georgi Dimov said at a meeting with supporters in Sofia on Wednesday. The People’s Power nomination committee named Dimov, alongside Dimitar Shivikov, as their candidates for president and vice president in the upcoming October 25 election.
Economy
Council of Ministers decisions Additional EUR 250 Mln to Cover Implementation of Investment Programme for Municipal Projects
Workplace AI Should Safeguard Labour Rights, Include Human Oversight, Says Economic and Social Council
The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) should go hand in hand with human oversight, transparency and protection of labour rights, including the right to rest and to disconnect outside working hours, Bulgaria’s Economic and Social Council
State Kicks Off Inspections of All Central Warehouses of Retail Chains
Minister of Agriculture and Food Plamen Abrovski said that the State had begun inspecting all central warehouses of retail chains as of Wednesday.
Bulgarian Representatives at Innovation Summit: Region's Infrastructure Connectivity Crucial for Country's Development
Bulgaria’s cooperation with other countries in the region and the improvement of infrastructure connectivity among them are crucial for Bulgaria’s development and security. Energy Minister Iva Petrova, Bulgartransgaz CEO Kiril Ravnachki and Deputy Economy, Investment, and Industry Minister Krasimir Yakimov, emphasized at the 2026 Global Innovation Summit in Sofia, organized by Glavbolgarstroy Holding, the press service of the Energy Ministry said on Tuesday.
Bulgaria to Attract Private Capital for Infrastructure through Public-Private Partnerships and Concessions, PM Says
The state will attract private capital to develop infrastructure through public-private partnerships and concessions, Prime Minister Rumen Radev told reporters on Tuesday. He said the aim is to reserve public funds for healthcare, education and
Culture
World Meeting of Bulgarian Media Faith, Journalism in Focus at World Meeting of Bulgarian Media
Exhibition Tracing Life and Work of Sculptor Vaska Emanuilova to Open in Sofia
An exhibition dedicated to the life and work of one of the significant figures in 20th-century Bulgarian sculpture, Vaska Emanuilova, will open at Sofia’s St Luke Gallery at 2 pm on Wednesday and run until November 5, the organizers said.
Japanese Artist Mitsuru Nagata Leads Calligraphy Workshops in Varna
Japanese calligrapher and ink painter Mitsuru Nagata held demonstrations and workshops on Tuesday as part of the 37th Days of Japanese Culture in Bulgaria.
International Conference on Epigenetics and Rare Diseases Opens
An international conference on epigenetics, molecular medicine and rare diseases opened at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS) on Tuesday, the Academy's press centre said.
Sofia University, British Council Sign Memorandum of Cooperation on Education
Sofia University Rector Prof Eliza Stefanova and British Council Regional Director for Romania and Bulgaria Abdi Hasan have signed a memorandum of cooperation aimed at developing joint educational initiatives with the university’s Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, the university’s press office announced on Monday.
Balkans
Customs Officers Seize 55 kg of Cannabis near Vidin–Calafat Border Crossing
Nearly 55 kilogrammes of cannabis was discovered hidden in a truck that entered Bulgaria from Romania via the Vidin–Calafat border crossing, the Customs Agency said on Wednesday.
Hristo Simeonov, Petar Krumov Win Best Screenplay for My Father’s Shoes at Kinenova International Film Festival
Bulgarian film My Father’s Shoes, director Hristo Simeonov's debut feature, won the Best Screenplay Award at the 11th Kinenova International Film Festival in Skopje.
American Diplomat Who Previously Served in Sofia Becomes US Charge d’affaires in Greece
Diplomat Josh Huck is the new US Chargé d’affaires in Greece following the resignation of the previous ambassador, Kimberly Guilfoyle, the diplomatic mission announced on its website on Thursday. The announcement was accompanied by a biography of Joshua Huck, which states that he has worked at several US diplomatic missions around the world, including in Sofia, and that he speaks Bulgarian.
Bulgarian, Romanian Presidents Agree to Push for Stronger Counter-Drone Measures in Black Sea
Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova and Romanian President Nicusor Dan discussed Black Sea security in a telephone conversation and agreed to work together to strengthen counter-drone measures within the EU and NATO, Dan said in a post on X on