50 Years Ago: China Launches Bulgarian Language Radio Broadcasts
In a testament to enduring friendship, this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Bulgaria and China
Bulgaria is fifth in the world by the speed of its population ageing with drastic changes in the demographic structures expected by 2050.
The data comes from a number of local and international studies, according to Emiliya Voynova, an expert with the "Standards of Living and Social Security" Directorate, cited by the Bulgarian news agency BTA.
The forecast is that by 2050 those age 60 and over will be over 30% of the entire population of the country – a share threatening all social systems with degradation, according to demographic experts.
Voynova further points out the demographic situation in Bulgaria is the most critical among all European Union Member States.
Negative trends include low birth rate, high death rate, low average life expectancy, large migration exodus.
The average life expectancy in the EU is 76 years for men and 82 years for women, while in Bulgaria it is 70 and 77 respectively.
In 1999, the share of Bulgarians under the employment age has been 22%, compared to 15% in 2010.
"We have now an ageing work force without a chance to making it younger by counting only on new births since the number of young people who can have and rise children is going down," the expert says.
In 2011, in Bulgaria, for every 100 employees going into retirement, just 70 young people enter the work force, compared to 100 and 124 respectively 10 years ago.
We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria! Thank you!
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning regarding the spread of bird flu (H5N1) to various species, including humans, expressing deep concern over its impact and potential consequences
Today marks the commemoration of the holy martyr Victor, celebrated by Christians worldwide
Seventh-grader Kaloyan Geshev from Sofia's 125 SU "Boyan Penev" school has once again showcased his remarkable talent in speed calculation, clinching the title of three-time champion in mental math
Overnight, the precipitation zone will gradually shift eastward, with significant amounts expected in parts of Central and Eastern Bulgaria, accompanied by thunderstorms
Architects Martin Hristov and Galina Baleva, who have crafted the design, revealed that a novel central bus station in Varna is scheduled to be inaugurated in late May
Romanian media outlets have reported that storm "Renata" has made landfall in Romania, bringing with it strong winds and heavy precipitation. Following two weeks of record high temperatures, the mercury has plummeted by 15-20 degrees Celsius, as reported
UN Happiness Report: Bulgaria's Astonishing Leap in Rankings
Bulgaria: 3 Regions With Lowest Life Expectancy - EU Report 2022