Times: Power of Organised Crime in Bulgaria Alarming to EU
The recent blow-up of the apartment of a Bulgarian investigative journalist seems to be indicative of the power of organised crime in Bulgaria, according to The Times.
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EUR 32 M SAPARD Payments of Bulgaria May be Renounced
Bulgaria may see discarded BGN 64 M (EUR 32 M) under SAPARD, as the EU's Audit Office does not recognise these payments.
TV Reporter Grabs EU's Top Journalistic Award
Reporter Ivan Bedrov from Bulgaria's private bTV channel grabbed the 2006 Robert Schuman award for best media coverage on EU-bound issues.
Austria Wraps up Ratification of Bulgaria's EU Accord
Austria's Upper Chamber nodded Thursday the EU Treaty of Accession of Bulgaria and Romania to the European Union.
EU May Withhold Aid to Hasten Up Bulgaria's Reforms
The European Union may withhold financial aid for applicants Bulgaria and Romania even if they join the bloc on January 2007, until key reforms are completed. According to a draft European Commission report as quoted by the Bulgarian National Radio (BNR)
Bulgaria to Introduce Euro in 2010 - Report
Bulgaria would most likely introduce the euro in 2010, experts from Bank Austria Creditanstalt (BA-CA) have concluded in a report. The Balkan country would probably join the Eurozone before Poland and the Czech Republik, both already EU member states, th
Ex-Economy Minister of Bulgaria Suggests EU Projects Body
Bulgaria's former Economy Minister Lidia Shuleva, who is currently an EP observer, has suggested the establishment of a special body to support the preparation of EU-related projects on municipal level.
Timely EU Entry for Bulgaria Hinges on "Dutch, French Say"
The Netherlands and France may come up to be the propellers to delay a decision on Bulgaria's EU entry date, according to Die Welt. The German daily reported on "high diplomatic circles" suggesting that the pair are working behind the scenes urging the E
Frattini Praises Bulgaria's "Enormous Progress" in Justice
Vice President of the EC responsible for Justice, Freedom and Security, Franco Frattini has praised highly the "enormous progress" Bulgaria marked in the justice area.
Sofia Gets on German Politicians Nerves ahead of May 16 Report
The chairman of the European Parliament's foreign affairs committee said he was puzzled and surprised with Sofia response to Brussels' criticisms over its progress in tackling organized crime and corruption.
FM: Bulgaria EU Entry Delay to Have Double Negative Effect
The postponement of Bulgaria's entry into the European Union would have both interior and external negative effect, Bulgaria's foreign minister commented in Lithuania. Ivaylo Kafin underlined that there are European countries that are still to ratify Bul
Top Bulgarian Magistrates on Brussels Visit
Bulgaria's top Prosecutor Boris Velchev and Supreme Cassation Court Chair Ivan Grigorov are heading for a working visit to Brussels. They are expected to meet with the European Commission Vice President responsible for Justice, Freedom and Security, Fran
Sweden Unanimously Ratifies Bulgaria, Romania's EU Accord
Sweden's parliament unanimously ratified Bulgaria and Romania's EU Accession Treaty on May 9, celebrated as Europe Day.
Barroso: Judgement on Bulgaria, Romania Due on May 16
The EU Commission President Jose Barroso denied media reports that the decision on the accession date of Romania and Bulgaria will be delayed by up to five months. "The European Commission will definitely take a decision on Bulgaria and Romania on May 16
Sofia Cafe Becomes Meeting Point for Europe Day
In an untraditional wave of celebrations, key cafes all over Europe gathered pastry connoisseurs to celebrate Europe Day on Tuesday. 27 Cafes d'Europe, in 27 European capitals, Sofia included, held coffeehouse discussions with the public and young people
Barroso to Delay Decision on Romania, Bulgaria
The EU Commission President Jose Barroso has already decided to delay the decision on the accession date of Romania and Bulgaria by up to five months, media reports said on Tuesday. Rumours for delaying the judgement till the autumn have been circulating
FM: EC Report on Bulgaria Not Pleasant
The European Commission comprehensive report on Bulgaria due May 16 wouldn't be pleasant, Foreign Minister Ivaylo Kalfin has said. Delaying the country's EU entry, however, was improbable, according to the minister.
Sweden to Ratify Bulgaria, Romania's EU Accord
Sweden's parliament will ratify Bulgaria and Romania's EU Accession Treaty on Tuesday. Choosing to ratify the two countries' EU accord on May 9, Europe Day, was no accident, the Sweden's government says, as they found this to be the best date to back the
Bulgaria Marks Europe Day
Bulgaria was celebrating Tuesday Europe Day with a series of events all over the country. The delegation of the European Commission in Bulgaria marked May 9 with a fest in the open under the motto "Bulgaria - European Treasure".
UK Tories Drum Support for Bulgaria's EU Entry
The UK Conservative party has voiced its support for Bulgaria's timely entry into the European Union. In a letter sent by the Tory leader David Cameron it was written that the Conservative party is firmly supporting Bulgaria's entry into the Union, which
EC: Last-Minute Debates on Bulgaria Not Ruled Out
The European Commission will continue debates on its draft report on Bulgaria till the very day of its release, the head of the team for Bulgaria in DG Enlargement said.
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