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EP resolution on North Macedonia European Parliament Removes Phrase “Macedonian Language and Identity” from North Macedonia's Progress Report on EU Path

UPDATED Sofia City Prosecution Office Takes Investigative Actions Related to LNG Contract with BOTAS of Turkiye
Bulgaria


Cabinet decisions Archives State Agency to Task Information Services System Operation with System Integration Activities
No-Confidence Motion Debate Velichie Deputy Floor Leader Blames Government for Waste Mismanagement
Parliament held a debate Wednesday on the motion against the Zhelyazkov Government over failure in the environment and water sector.
No-confidence motion debate Total of 113 Unregulated Landfills Removed Thanks to Several Governments' Measures - Environment Minister
As a result of the measures of several governments, 113 unregulated landfills have been removed, Environment and Water Minister Manol Genov said in Parliament during a debate on Velichie's no-confidence motion against the Zhelyazkov Cabinet.
Opposition Criticizes SJC for Keeping Borislav Sarafov as Acting Prosecutor General Indefinitely
Borislav Sarafov has effectively been made a "permanent acting Prosecutor General" by the Supreme Judicial Council (VSS), MP Nadezhda Yordanova of Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria (CC-DB) told journalists in Parliament. The Prosecutors
Revisions to Act on Announcing Affiliation of Bulgarian Citizens to Former State Security Services Adopted on First Reading
Under the revisions, the commissions that register candidates for various elections under the Election Code must provide the secret police files committee with specific information about those running in the elections.
Economy


Eurostat: Bulgaria Sees Sharp Decline in Land Freight Transport in 2024, Reaching Lowest Level Since 2019
Reactions to Bulgaria's eurozone green light Finance Minister Calls on People to Congratulate Each Other, Be Happy as Bulgaria Gets Final Approval for Eurozone Entry
In her words, the benefits of eurozone membership are indisputable - economic and financial stability, much more investment and a better standard for Bulgarian citizens. This success belongs to the Bulgarian citizens, she added.
Reactions to Bulgaria's eurozone green light Adopting the Euro Is a Strategic Opportunity for Bulgaria - Association of Industrial Capital in Bulgaria Chair
The adoption of the euro is more than a currency shift: it is a strategic opportunity to boost Bulgaria’s competitiveness and investment appeal, said Rumen Radev, Chairman of the Management Board of the Association of Industrial Capital in Bulgaria
At 27%, Share of Female ICT Specialists in Bulgaria Third Highest in EU Last Year
In 2024, Bulgaria had the EU’s third highest share (27.0%) of female specialists employed in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector, the Statistical Office of the European Commission (Eurostat) reported on Tuesday. Across the EU,
Bulgartransgaz Reports Increased Market Interest in Bulgaria - Romania Exit Capacity
In line with the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Gas (ENTSOG) auction calendar, Bulgartransgaz held auctions for firm annual capacity product at the interconnection points with neighbouring countries on the Regional Booking Platform
Culture
Parliament Approves First-Reading Amendments to Higher Education Act Aiming to Reduce University Fees
On Wednesday, the National Assembly voted at first reading amendments to the Higher Education Act aimed at preventing a surge in university fees. The changes were adopted with 148 votes in favor, 11 against, and 11 abstentions.
UNESCO Meeting in Paris Highlights Bulgaria’s Role in Global Heritage and Biodiversity Cooperation
Cooperation between the UNESCO World Heritage Convention and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework was discussed during a meeting at UNESCO headquarters in Paris.
New LIK issue celebrates Bulgaria in UNESCO Madara Reserve Chief Curator Yorgov: UNESCO Listing Boosts Madara Rider’s Profile
The proclamation of the Madara Rider as a UNESCO World Heritage monument in 1979 has had a beneficial impact, Yuri Yorgov, chief curator at the National Historical and Archaeological Reserve Madara, told the Bulgarian News Agency at the launch of the July edition of LIK, which focuses on the theme “Bulgaria in UNESCO”.
New LIK issue celebrates Bulgaria in UNESCO Chief Expert Kyustendil State Archives Showcases Rila Monastery’s UNESCO Story
Rilka Petrova, chief expert at the State Archives in Kyustendil, presented the reminiscences of Vladimir Karamanov, who was a teacher, historian, ethnographer and public figure, regarded as one of the foremost historiographers and experts on the Kyustendil region, at the National Press Club of the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) in Kyustendil.
Balkans


EP resolution on North Macedonia TISP: Bulgaria Has Achieved Rare Geopolitical Victory for First Time
North Macedonia PM: Many MEPs Will Not Vote for Amendment Deleting "Macedonian Identity and Language"
Prime Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia Hristijan Mickoski said on Tuesday that in the European Parliament "there are a large number of MEPs who are calling and saying that they will not vote for the amendment, the aim of which is to "delete the Macedonian language and Macedonian identity" in a Taliban way from the report" of the European Parliament on the country's progress towards the EU.
Serbian President Vucic: We Will Win Next Elections More Convincingly Than Last Time
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said that when new parliamentary elections are held, the ruling party will win them more convincingly than last time, according to Serbian media.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport: Fastest Growing among Major Airports in Europe
Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen Airport, located on the Asian coast of the Turkish metropolis, has been determined to be the fastest growing airport among major European airports.
Citizens Block Key Areas in Belgrade for Eight Days Straight
For the eighth day in a row, citizens have been blocking several key locations in Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, while police continue to prevent them from disrupting traffic for extended periods. As in recent days, the blockades began early in the