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Euro adoption referendum: reactions “A Clear Act of Sabotage”: Interior Minister Condemns President's Euro Referendum Proposal
“For me, this is a clear act of sabotage against the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria,” Interior Minister Daniel Mitov said as he commented President Rumen Radev’s proposal to hold a national referendum on adopting the euro in 2026. Bulgaria is
Parliament Leader Kiselova: EU's Strength Lies in Its Ability to Reform Itself
The strength of the European Union (EU) lies in its ability to reform itself based on its fundamental values - a sense of social justice, solidarity and a desire for peace in Europe, National Assembly Chair Nataliya Kiselova said in her remarks to
The Weather on May 13
Lows ranging from 5C to 10C, around 7C in Sofia.
Law's Strength Is in Its Effectiveness, Not Its Radicalism, PM Says
Effective laws and proper law enforcement should be the main goal of Bulgarian legislation, said Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov on Monday during Together Against Cruelty! New Threats and Effective Solutions for Animal Protection international
Economy
Number of Residential Buildings Put into Operation in Bulgaria Rises in Q1 2025, Y/Y
In the first quarter of 2025, the number of newly built residential buildings rose from 1,026 to 1,052, while the number of dwellings in them increased more significantly, from 3,475 to 4,086, compared to the same period in 2024, according to
Culture Minister in Favour of Proposed Euro Referendum as Asking People Is Instrument of Democracy
"As someone who is a supporter of democracy, yes, I am in favour of having referenda and having them happen, and as long as they are legally and constitutionally sound," Minister Bachev told bTV on Sunday.
BILLA to Open Its Third Logistics Centre in Bulgaria Worth BGN 60 Mln
The BILLA supermarket chain will open its third logistics centre in Bulgaria on May 21. It will be built near the village of Zagore in Stara Zagora, with an investment of over BGN 60 million, the company said Friday. The opening ceremony will be attended by BILLA manager of Dimitar Peshev and other officials
Audit Office Vice President Toshko Todorov Elected to Chair Auditors Oversight Commission
Todorov was nominated for the job by the GERB-UDF parliamentary group. He holds a degree from the Academy of Economics in Svishtov. He served at various levels in the National Revenue Agency before becoming Vice President of the National Audit Office in 2015.
Culture
UPDATED Tourism Minister Invites International Artists to Create Poster Inspired by Bulgaria
“We invite artists from all over the world to create a poster inspired by Bulgaria - as they see it or have yet to discover it. Real, inspiring and unique,” Tourism Minister Miroslav Borshos wrote on Facebook on Monday. He also posted a photo of an
Terracotta Figurine of Celtic Goddess Epona Found at Heraclea Sintica
A terracotta figurine of the Celtic goddess Epona astride a horse was discovered at Heraclea Sintica, the media platform Archaeologia Bulgarica said Monday.
President Attends Opening Ceremony of Vlaykov Days in Pirdop, Dedicated to Todor Vlaykov
President Rumen Radev was among the official guests at the opening ceremony of the annual Vlaykov Days cultural celebrations in the town of Pirdop, dedicated to the life and work of Bulgarian writer, publicist, and politician Todor Vlaykov.
Construction of New Road to Zograf Monastery Progressing Actively with Bulgarian State's Support
During the visit, the delegation also got acquainted with the progress of the restoration of the Bulgarian monastery's east wing, another important project funded by the Bulgarian State, the Government Information Service said.
Balkans
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Lovech Quality of Education Dependent on Meeting Needs of Young People, Says Head of Regional Education Department in Lovech
A very important condition of the quality of education is that the educational environment meets the needs of young people, Dr. Ivanichka Burovska, Head of the Regional Education Department in Lovech, said during a local conference held here on Monday. The event was part of BTA’s Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills project.
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Lovech Two Projects Related to Improving Educational Infrastructure Are Implemented in Lovech
During the current programming period, Lovech Municipality will continue to implement activities related to improving the educational infrastructure, Svilen Andreev, Director of the Projects, Programmes and Investments Directorate in the Municipality, said during a local conference held here on Monday. The event was part of BTA’s Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills project.
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Lovech Over 60 EU-Funded Projects Are Implemented in Lovech Region for 2021-2027 Programming Period
In Lovech Region, 66 projects have been implemented or are in the process of being implemented with EU funding for the 2021-2027 programming period, said Regional Information Centre Expert Mariana Bandrova during a local conference held here on
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Troyan Teteven Mayor: Municipality Has Invested Over BGN 5.5 Mln in Educational Infrastructure
Teteven Municipality has invested over BGN 5.5 million in educational infrastructure in recent years, Mayor Madlena Boyadzhieva said during a local conference held here on Monday. The event was part of BTA’s Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills project.