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National Statistical Institute Growth in Bulgarian Residents' Trips Abroad Outpaces Visits by Non-residents to Bulgaria in April Y/Y
In April 2025, the trips of Bulgarian residents abroad totalled 779,300, up by 10.1% from a year earlier, the National Statistical Institute (NSI) said on Thursday. Trips for all reported purposes increased.
EU Membership Benefits Are Clear, Bulgaria Has Progressed in Many Respects, MEP Kyuchyuk Says
EU membership's benefits for Bulgaria are clear to all, said Renew Europe/Movement for Rights and Freedoms MEP Ilhan Kyuchyuk who took part in a Bulgarian-Romanian forum on the topic "Liberals Shape the Future: 20 Years Since the Treaty of Accession of Bulgaria and Romania to the EU", held at the Vrana Palace, on the outskirts of Sofia on Thursday.
The Weather on May 30
Cumulus cloud with rain showers, thunder and hail in the Eastern regions. Light to moderate northerly-northwesterly wind. Highs: 18C to 23C, around 17-18C in Sofia.
Health Ministry Warns against Fake Ads Misusing Its Name and Faces
Bulgaria’s Health Ministry has issued a warning about fraudulent online advertisements that misuse the institution’s name, logo, and the image and voice of Chief Health Inspector Angel Kunchev and other public figures - without their consent. The
Economy
Vertical Gas Corridor inspected Hungary Appreciates Bulgaria's Efforts as Reliable Gas Transmission Partner, Its Foreign Minister Szijjarto Says
Institutions Take Urgent Measures to Prevent Price Gouging with Euro Changeover
The Commission for Protection of Competition and the Commission for Consumer Protection are taking urgent measures to prevent a possible speculative increase in prices in connection with the expected introduction of the euro in Bulgaria.
Government Lagging Behind in Introducing Mechanisms to Monitor Energy-poor Households, Says Economic and Social Council
The Government is lagging behind in introducing administrative mechanisms to assess, identify and monitor energy-poor households in Bulgaria, the Economic and Social Council (ESC) said in a statement on Thursday.
Vertical Gas Corridor inspected Vertical Gas Corridor Is Extremely Important, Enjoys Broad International Support, Says Energy Minister
The Vertical Gas Corridor, is extremely important and is supported by the governments of Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova, Ukraine, Hungary and Slovakia, Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov said during an official inspection of its construction progress in the area of the village of Mikrevo in Strumyani Municipality (Southwestern Bulgaria).
Vertical Gas Corridor inspected Bulgartransgaz CEO: Vertical Gas Corridor Proves Countries Can Unite to Reach Energy Security
During an official inspection of the progress of the project construction of the Vertical Gas Corridor in the region of Mikrevo village, Southwestern Bulgaria, on Thursday, Bulgartransgaz CEO and former energy minister Vladimir Malinov said that while it is challenging to have gas transmission operators from seven countries
Culture
Fifth Edition of Colorful Flower International Folklore Festival to Take Place in Blagoevgrad from May 29 to June 1
The fifth edition of the Colorful Flower International Folklore Festival will take place from May 29 to June 1 in Blagoevgrad, Alexandra Kovacheva, Deputy Director of the Centre for Personal and Creative Development of Children of Blagoevgrad, told BTA on Wednesday.
Exhibition Showcasing Work of French Visual Artists to Be Displayed in Sofia
An exhibition showcasing the work of French visual artists will open in Sofia’s Rivoli Gallery on May 29, the event’s hosts said.
Four Bulgarian Films and Two Co-Productions to Be Screened at "Kinematograf" Short Film Platform
A selection of four Bulgarian films and two Bulgarian co-productions — with Italy and Estonia — will be presented at the Kinematograf short film platform on June 4 in Sofia, the organizers announced on Tuesday.
Estonian Rapper and Singer Tommy Cash to Perform in Sofia on September 30
Estonian rapper and singer Tommy Cash, who placed third at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with the song "Espresso Macchiato," will perform at Sofia's Joy Station on September 30, the organizers, Fest Team, said.
Balkans
Council of Ministers decisions Cabinet Approves Agreement with Romania for Joint Public Procurement to Improve Danube Navigation
The Council of Ministers approved an agreement between Bulgaria’s Executive Agency for Exploration and Maintenance of the Danube River and Romania’s Galati Lower Danube River Administration for joint public procurement under the FAST Danube 2 project, the government said in a press release on Wednesday. The agreement covers environmental monitoring, design, construction, and construction supervision activities.
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Vratsa Head of Europe Direct - Vratsa Presents Exhibition Showing Good Practices of European Funds
An exhibition showing good practices and results of the European funds invested under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan was presented by Maria Panayotova, head of the Europe Direct - Vratsa Centre at the Vratsa Chamber of Commerce and Industry, during a local conference held here on Tuesday. The event was part of BTA’s Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills project.
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Vratsa Students from Natural Sciences, Mathematics High School in Vratsa Present Projects Part of European Nuclear Energy Competition
Students from the Natural Sciences and Mathematics High School in Vratsa presented solutions for food security, sustainable agriculture and clean drinking water through the use of nuclear technologies during a local conference held here on Tuesday. The event was part of BTA’s Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills project.
"Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills" in Vratsa Three Projects Aimed at Training Employed, Unemployed, Inactive People in Vratsa Region
Currently, three projects are aimed at training employed, unemployed and inactive people in Vratsa Region, Vratsa Labour Bureau Director Violeta Andreeva said during a local conference held here on Tuesday. The event was part of BTA’s Europe on Balkans: Cohesion Skills project.