Politics

Is It Over? Bulgaria Teeters on Brink of New Elections After Missed Deadline

As Mariya Gabriel accepted the mandate from President Rumen Radev on Monday, the clock started ticking for her to present a cabinet or return the mandate with or without the names of future ministers

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Bulgaria Denounces Russian Presidential Elections in Occupied Ukrainian Territories

Bulgaria has taken a firm stance against the recent Russian presidential elections held in the illegally occupied territories of Ukraine

Politics » Diplomacy | March 18, 2024, Monday // 17:21 | Viewed: 1477

GERB Extends Negotiation Deadline with WCC-DB; Final Decision Tomorrow

The negotiations between GERB and "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) have been extended until tomorrow at 12:00 noon, as announced by GERB.

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 15:33 | Viewed: 1209

Bulgaria Fully Prepared for Air Schengen Procedures, Says Minister Gvozdeikov

Resigned Minister of Transport, Georgi Gvozdeikov, announced that Bulgaria is fully prepared to carry out air Schengen procedures,

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 13:31 | Viewed: 1533

Denkov Rejects GERB's Proposed Council of Ministers Composition, Negotiations Ongoing

Negotiations between GERB and "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) hit a snag as the proposed draft composition of the Council of Ministers by GERB was deemed unacceptable by WCC-DB

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 13:25 | Viewed: 1243

Radev Hands Mandate to GERB; WCC-DB Also Present

President Rumen Radev has officially handed the mandate to form a government to the GERB party

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 12:31 | Viewed: 1286

Unconfirmed: Agreement Reached for Cabinet Formation Between GERB and WCC-DB

In a significant development this morning, insider sources revealed that negotiators from the GERB and "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) parties have unofficially reached an agreement on forming a cabinet within the 49th National Assem

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 12:04 | Viewed: 1054

Survey Reveals Bulgaria's Complex Views on NATO Defense Obligations

A comprehensive survey conducted by NATO has provided valuable insights into Bulgaria's perspectives on defense spending and collective defense obligations within the alliance

Politics » Defense | March 18, 2024, Monday // 09:00 | Viewed: 1330

Bulgaria Extends Gratitude to India for Rescue of Hijacked Ship 'Ruen' Crew

Amidst the tumult of maritime piracy, Bulgaria has expressed profound gratitude to India for the swift and successful rescue of the merchant ship "Ruen" and its crew from the clutches of Somali pirates

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 08:27 | Viewed: 1608

Stalemate in Bulgarian Politics before the First Mandate: Negotiations Between GERB and WCC-DB Grind to a Halt

Amidst a backdrop of mounting tensions and failed negotiations, Bulgaria finds itself entrenched in a political stalemate with significant implications

Politics | March 18, 2024, Monday // 08:14 | Viewed: 1201

New Elections? Bulgarian Coalition Talks Collapse as GERB and WCC-DB Fail to Reach Agreement

Negotiations between Bulgarian political parties GERB and "We Continuing the Change - Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) ended in failure

Politics | March 17, 2024, Sunday // 21:34 | Viewed: 2676

Transition to Euro: Vasilev Advises Companies to Begin Preparations for Next Year

Finance Minister Asen Vasilev has issued a recommendation for Bulgarian companies to expedite their preparations for the transition to the euro next year as reported by BNR

Politics | March 15, 2024, Friday // 15:56 | Viewed: 3527

Bulgaria Can Adopt the Euro in 2025, Confirms Eurogroup President

Eurogroup President Paschal Donohoe confirmed that Bulgaria could adopt the euro in 2025

Politics | March 15, 2024, Friday // 14:08 | Viewed: 3447

Boyko Borisov: Monday Deadline for Mandate Fulfillment or Election Announcement

GERB leader Boyko Borisov declared to journalists in Plovdiv that by Monday, either the mandate will be fulfilled or it will be clear that elections are imminent, as reported by BTA

Politics | March 15, 2024, Friday // 13:00 | Viewed: 2389

Sofia Metro Employees Stage Strike Today

At 11 a.m. today, a demonstration initiated by metro employees commenced. The event is coordinated by the Federation of Transport Trade Unions affiliated with The Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (KNSB)

Politics | March 15, 2024, Friday // 11:47 | Viewed: 3376

President Rumen Radev Postpones Mandate Delivery Amid Patriarch Neophyte Mourning

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has announced the delay of the mandate delivery for forming a government until Monday, March 18, citing the ongoing mourning period following the passing of Patriarch Neophyte

Politics | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 18:11 | Viewed: 1978

Remote Workers In Bulgaria No Longer Required to Respond to Their Employer Outside Working Hours

Parliament has passed amendments to the Labour Code, fundamentally altering the landscape of teleworking

Politics | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 16:51 | Viewed: 3087

Bulgaria Spends 1.87% of GDP on Defense, NATO Report Reveals

Bulgaria's defense expenditure for the year 2023 amounted to $1.9 billion (3.47 billion BGN), representing 1.87 percent of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

Politics » Defense | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 16:18 | Viewed: 2759

Bulgaria Sends First Shipment of Military Aid to Ukraine, Costing Over BGN 170,000

Defense Minister Todor Tagarev announced the successful dispatch of 100 armored personnel carriers to Ukraine

Politics » Defense | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 16:03 | Viewed: 8044

Survey Reveals: Majority of Bulgarians Back NATO Membership

As Bulgaria prepares to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its NATO accession at the end of this month, recent data sheds light on the nation's sentiment towards its membership in the alliance and its perceptions of security

Politics | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 15:24 | Viewed: 2564

Increased Police Presence Planned for Sofia's Central Areas Amid Security Concerns

In response to growing security concerns in the heart of Sofia, the Ministry of the Interior has announced plans to bolster police presence in key areas, including the vicinity stretching from the Central Station to Maria Luisa Blvd. and the bustling pede

Politics | March 14, 2024, Thursday // 15:00 | Viewed: 2731
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