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Nikolai Denkov
Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov heralds a momentous achievement in Bulgaria's economic landscape, revealing an astounding 50% surge in foreign investment during 2023. In an interview with bTV, Denkov attributed this surge to the government's relentless pursuit of attracting investors, labeling it as a paramount reform, second only to the ongoing justice system overhaul.
Denkov highlighted the instrumental role of investors, citing their contributions not only in monetary terms but also in enhancing organizational frameworks that lead to heightened wages for workers. Expressing pride, he revealed that the country has witnessed an unparalleled influx of investments, reaching a pinnacle unseen in the past 15 years and poised to exceed 3.5 billion euros by year-end.
In an impassioned statement, Denkov emphasized the tangible impact of these investments on elevating people's incomes, underscoring the significance of this economic surge for the populace.
Addressing the imminent rotation of leadership in March, Denkov affirmed a commitment to honoring agreements, stating that Mariya Gabriel will assume the role of prime minister while he will transition to the position of deputy prime minister. Additionally, he hinted at a potential return to the Ministry of Education in the near future.
A mayor in northwestern Bulgaria is under scrutiny after allegedly distributing social benefits alongside a political party’s election materials
A new survey by the “Sova Harris” agency indicates that six political formations would enter the next Bulgarian National Assembly, based on data collected between April 2 and 6 among 800 respondents through standardized face-to-face interviews
Bulgaria is bracing for an increase in disinformation activity in the run-up to the parliamentary elections on April 19, with authorities warning of coordinated attempts to influence voters and destabilize public trust
The Prosecutorial College of the Supreme Judicial Council has declined to remove Borislav Sarafov from his position as Acting Prosecutor General, despite calls from the Justice Ministry to act following a recent Constitutional Court ruling
The government has decided to withdraw all three Bulgarian nominations for the position of European Prosecutor, effectively restarting the procedure after identifying serious flaws in the initial selection process
President Iliana Yotova convened a meeting of institutions responsible for the conduct of the early parliamentary elections on April 19, with a focus on assessing preparedness and ensuring that every vote is properly safeguarded
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