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Labour and Social Policy Minister: Children Have Given Birth to 2,837 Babies in 2024
Labor and Social Policy Minister Borislav Gutsanov said that in the past decade, children have given birth to 33,159 babies. Last year alone, there were 2,837 such cases. "On the one hand, we claim to live in a modern society. On the other,
National Space Forum Opens in Sofia
The 6th National Space Forum (NaFSKI-VI) started at Sofia Tech Park on Monday. Opening the event, Deputy Innovation and Growth Minister Georgi Angelov said that his Ministry is responsible for space, defence and a range of innovations.
GERB-UDF MP Karayancheva Elected Deputy Chair of PABSEC Committee on Legal Affairs and International Cooperation
GERB–UDF MP Tsveta Karayancheva has been elected Deputy Chair of the Committee on Legal Affairs and International Cooperation of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (PABSEC). Karayancheva announced the news in a post on her Facebook profile following the committee’s meeting in Borjomi, Georgia.
Appointing Special Administrator at Lukoil Is Right Decision, Says Yes Bulgaria Co-Chair Ivaylo Mirchev
Appointing a special administrator to enable the state to assume operational control over Lukoil Neftochim Burgas is the right decision, Yes, Bulgaria Co-Chair Ivaylo Mirchev told Bulgarian National Radio on Sunday, as quoted by the party’s press centre. Mirchev said that the so-called special administrator would oversee all aspects of the company’s operations except its ownership.
Economy
Tourism Minister, Elena Mayor Discuss Connectivity, Infrastructure and Skilled Labour as Key Factors for Local Tourism Development
Connectivity, infrastructure and the availability of qualified labour were identified as the three key factors for developing tourism in Bulgaria’s municipalities during a Sunday meeting between Tourism Minister Miroslav Borshosh and Elena Mayor Dilyan Mlazev, the Tourism Ministry said in a press release.
Japan-Bulgaria Business Association Holds Fourth Annual Meeting at Ambassador’s Residence
The Japan-Bulgaria Business Association (JBBA) held its fourth annual meeting at the residence of Ambassador of Japan to Bulgaria Hisashi Michigami on Friday. The diplomat hosted members of the bilateral business organisation, along with representatives of Bulgarian institutions and employer organisations.
Economic and Social Council Calls for Fairer EU Financial Framework Reflecting Bulgaria’s Interests
The Economic and Social Council (ESC) urged that the new Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) of the European Union for the 2028–2034 period ensure a fairer approach to member states, more flexible and efficient fund management, and a stronger social focus, the Council said on Friday. In a resolution adopted at a plenary session, the ESC noted that the European Commission’s proposal should take into account the real challenges facing the economies of individual countries, including Bulgaria, as well as the need for fuller involvement of social partners and civil society in its implementation.
Forum Discusses Opportunities for Establishing Bulgarian-Indian Partnerships in Tech Sector
A forum on “Bulgarian Technologies in India: Launch of the SITE [Science, Innovation, Technology and Economy] India–Bulgaria Network” took place Friday at the Trakia Economic Zone (TEZ) in Plovdiv, South Central Bulgaria, to discuss prospects for
Culture
Training Programmes Help Young Journalists Better Understand and Report on EU Topics, Head of European Parliament Office in Bulgaria Says
Big Band of the National Music Academy Begins Season with New Instruments
The Big Band of the National Music Academy in Sofia has begun the new season with new professional-grade instruments, the Academy announced Thursday. The new equipment includes jazz trombones, trumpets, flugelhorns, electric guitars, a drum kit with
Theodore Ushev’s Life With An Idiot Premieres in Bulgaria at CineLibri Festival
Theodore Ushev’s film Life With An Idiot was presented for the first time in Bulgaria at the French Institute on October 21 as part of the CineLibri international book to film festival in Sofia.
Archaeological Exhibition in Dryanovo Shows Beginning of Human Presence in Europe
At the Dryanovo History Museum, an archaeological exhibition entitled Heritage in Stone and Bone is presenting the earliest human presence in Europe, Dr. Venelin Barakov, museum chief curator, told BTA on Tuesday. Among the exhibits are authentic
Art Professors from Sofia, Lodz, Gdansk Open Exhibition in Burgas
An exhibition entitled Creative Meetings with the participation of professors from the Sofia National Academy of Arts (NAA), the Lodz Academy of Fine Arts and the Gdansk Academy of Fine Arts opened on Tuesday at the Sea Casino Cultural Centre in
Balkans
Mickoski Says North Macedonia’s Path Remains toward EU, but Fairness and Tangible Gains Must Be Ensured
Council of Ministers decisions Government Approves Draft Agreement with Turkiye on Health and Medical Sciences
The Council of Ministers Tuesday adopted a decision approving a draft Agreement between the Governments of Bulgaria and Turkiye in the fields of health and medical sciences, as a basis for negotiations. The Agreement foresees cooperation and
Macedonian-Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce Re-elects President
The Macedonian-Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce announced the re-election of its President, Biljana Miteva, at a general meeting held Monday. In her address at the event, Miteva said that the number of Chamber members have increased by 127% in the
Turkish Authorities Detain 62 for Alleged Ties to Fethullahist Terrorist Organization
Turkish authorities have conducted a large-scale operation against alleged members of the so-called Fethullahist Terrorist Organization (FETO), which resulted in 62 arrests, Turkiye's Minister of Interior Ali Yerlikaya reported in his X account on Sunday morning.
Honorary Consulate of Romania Opens in Ruse
An honorary consulate of Romania was opened in Ruse on Friday. It is the fourth honorary consulate in the Danube city, after those of Moldova, Mongolia and Ukraine.