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Financier Plamen Danailov, a municipal councilor from the "There Is Such a People" party, recently discussed Bulgaria's potential adoption of the euro
Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov addressed the 12th plenary debate titled "This is Europe" in Strasbourg, emphasizing Bulgaria's commitment to contribute significantly to the development of the European Union (EU). Denkov highlighted Bulgaria's rich history as one of Europe's oldest nations and pointed out ongoing attempts by Russia to exert influence through targeted hybrid attacks. He criticized Russia's exploitation of economic ties and cultural connections to divide Bulgarian society between pro-Russia and Euro-Atlantic groups.
Denkov stressed that Bulgaria's complete EU and NATO membership is pivotal for the nation's democratic growth. He advocated for Bulgaria's integration into Schengen and the euro area to solidify its European ties further.
Touching upon global conflicts, Denkov referenced the Ukraine conflict, the Gaza situation, and other geopolitical tensions worldwide. He urged a united and robust Europe to play a more active role globally, strengthen ties with NATO allies, and enhance defense capabilities, including contemplating the idea of a unified European military force.
The Prime Minister highlighted Bulgaria's support for EU expansion into regions like the Western Balkans, Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia. He called for a new EU strategy to differentiate between war refugees and economic migrants, seeking a balance between solidarity and practical opportunities.
Denkov strongly asserted Bulgaria's readiness for Schengen accession, denouncing any further delay as detrimental and discouraging for the country.
Susan Falatko, a career diplomat, has officially arrived in Sofia on February 18 to take up her role as the Chargé d'affaires ad interim at the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria
Nikolai Denkov, former PM and current co-chair of the WCC-DB parliamentary group, stated that the topic of sending Bulgarian soldiers to Ukraine has never been discussed at any level
GERB leader Boyko Borissov reaffirmed that Bulgarian soldiers will not be sent to Ukraine under any circumstances
President Rumen Radev has firmly stated his opposition to Bulgaria sending troops to Ukraine
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Bulgarian President Rumen Radev stated that there is now political will at the highest level to address the conflict in Ukraine through diplomatic means
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