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47th session of the World Heritage Committee UNESCO Closely Monitors Damage to Cultural Heritage Caused by Armed Conflicts, Says Director-General Azoulay
Bulgaria
Trade Union Hosts International Conference on Social Dialogue
Social dialogue is crucial for ensuring effective protection of workers during economic crises and other global challenges, according to the shared view of representatives from trade unions, employers' organizations and Bulgarian institutions, who
Media Review: July 7
The topic of Bulgaria joining the eurozone dominates Monday's news media.
Amendments to Organ Transplantation Act Up on Health Ministry Site for Public Consultation
The Ministry of Health published on its website on July 4 draft legislation for a 1-month public discussion. The legislation would amend the Organ, Tissue and Cell Transplantation Act to have disagreement to donate organs, tissues and cells to be expressed in a declaration instead of using the health insurance card.
Education Minister Valchev Plans Combined Exams in Mathematics and National Sciences, New Ethics Course for Next School Year
Combined examinations in mathematics and natural sciences may be introduced from the next academic year, Education Minister Krasimir Valchev said on Sunday.
Economy
National Statistical Institute Production in Business Services in Bulgaria Down 0.9% Y/Y in April
In April 2025, the total production index in Services of the business economy decreased by 0.2% compared to the previous month, the National Statistical Institute said Monday. The data is preliminary and seasonally adjusted
WITTE Automotive Expands Ruse Plant, Creating Over 300 New Jobs
German automotive company WITTE Automotive has completed the second expansion of its production facility in Ruse, Bulgaria, which will create over 300 new jobs. The new building spans nearly 25,000 sq. metres across three levels and is expected to reach full operational capacity within three to four years, the company said.
Varna Airport Unveils Innovative Gate Garden Area, Boosting Capacity by 40%
Varna Airport officially inaugurated its new Gate Garden area on Friday, marking a significant expansion in passenger capacity – by approximately 40%. The unique open-air space, covering nearly 2,000 square metres, was introduced as part of the airport's drive to enhance comfort, sustainability, and efficiency.
Boutique Hotel BlackSeaRama Joins Prestigious Global Hotel Collection
Boutique Hotel BlackSeaRama, located in the BlackSeaRama Golf & Villas Resort, has become the first property in Bulgaria to be officially recognized as a member of one of the world’s most prestigious hotel collections, Small Luxury Hotels of the
Culture
Byala Stages Wheat and Bread Festival with Giant Banitsa Centrepiece
A Wheat and Bread Festival is taking place in Byala, Ruse region, Byala Mayor Dimitar Slavov told BTA on Saturday.
Interdepartmental Task Force Holds First Meeting on Preserving Kabiuk's Cultural Heritage
The newly formed Interagency Task Force for the conservation and sustainable development of cultural heritage at the Kabiuk Stud Farm held its first meeting on Friday, the Agriculture and Food Ministry said.
Think Equal Initiative to Support Sofia Kindergartens in Social-Emotional Learning
The Mayor of Sofia, Vasil Terziev, and Leslee Udwin, Director of the international programme for early social-emotional competencies Think Equal, held a meeting focused on the development of early social-emotional skills in preschool education,
Sofia Philharmonic: Maestro Nayden Todorov Receives French Order of Arts and Letters
One of Bulgaria’s most distinguished conductors and cultural leaders, Maestro Nayden Todorov, has been awarded one of France’s highest honors - a Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters (Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres), the Sofia
Balkans
Police Chase, Arrest Citizens on Blocked Streets in Serbia
Police are chasing and arresting citizens who have again started blocking the streets of Belgrade and other cities in Serbia
Mickoski, Opposition Trade Recriminations for "Erasure" of Macedonian Identity, Language from EU Report
North Macedonia's Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said that the Macedonian identity and the Macedonian language were erased from Europe's report in a "Taliban manner".
UPDATED EU Enlargement Commissioner Sparks Outrage in North Macedonia over Identity Remarks
In North Macedonia, EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos sparked an outrage over identity remarks. At a press conference following the Western Balkans leaders’ meeting on the Growth Plan, Marta Kos stated that “EU membership is the best way to
North Macedonia Battles Two Remaining Wildfires after Twenty Blazes Reported Tuesday
North Macedonia had two active wildfires on Wednesday, down from a total of 20 the previous day, the local Crisis Management Centre said. The fires were reported across the country, with only two remaining active on Wednesday.