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Magnitsky Act Architect, Bill Browder, Refrains from Visiting Bulgaria Over Rule of Law Concerns

Bill Browder, the initiator of the "Magnitsky" act, expressed his apprehensions about traveling to Bulgaria, citing concerns over the country's respect for the rule of law.

Politics | April 11, 2024, Thursday // 13:07 | Viewed: 3304

Borissov Advocates for Voting Machines in Upcoming Elections

Amidst preparations for the forthcoming elections, Boyko Borissov, leader of Bulgaria's GERB party, has reiterated his commitment to advocating for the retention of voting machines as an option in the electoral process

Politics | April 11, 2024, Thursday // 10:48 | Viewed: 2761

Bulgaria Shows Improvement in Judicial System, Says Freedom House Report

Bulgaria stands out as one of the five countries among a group of 29 nations that have made strides in enhancing their judicial systems, according to the latest annual report released by "Freedom House"

Politics | April 11, 2024, Thursday // 09:00 | Viewed: 3092

Bulgaria Cancels Military Parade on Day of Courage and the Bulgarian Army

In a departure from tradition, Bulgaria has announced the cancellation of the annual military parade featuring equipment and personnel on May 6, the Day of Courage and the Bulgarian Army

Politics » Defense | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 16:27 | Viewed: 3765

Bulgarian Parliament Votes to Allow Foreign Companies in Railway Operation

National Assembly adopted at first reading two bills for amendments to the Railway Transport Acts

Politics | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 16:07 | Viewed: 2293

National Assembly Ratifies Bulgaria's 60,000 Euro Aid for Ukraine, Joins OECD Program

In the second reading, the parliament endorsed a bill to ratify the agreement for Bulgaria's involvement in the OECD Program for Ukraine, accompanied by a voluntary financial donation of 60,000 euros (117,350 BGN)

Politics | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 15:46 | Viewed: 2884

WCC-DB Accuses Boyko Borissov of Fake News Regarding Bulgaria's Fiscal Reserve

In a recent development at the National Assembly, MPs from "We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria" (WCC-DB) and members of the budget committee addressed concerns raised by former Prime Minister Boyko Borissov regarding Bulgaria's fiscal reserve

Politics | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 13:58 | Viewed: 2150

Police and Gendarmerie Conduct Raids in Sofia at Addresses Linked to Bulgarian MP

Authorities have launched a police and gendarmerie operation at two locations in Sofia, focusing on offices situated on "Parchevich" Street and "Stamboliyski" Boulevard

Politics | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 12:36 | Viewed: 3664

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev Dismisses Chief Secretary of Ministry of Internal Affairs

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has issued a decree terminating the powers and dismissing Zhivko Kotsev, the Chief Secretary of the Ministry of Internal Affairs

Politics | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 11:49 | Viewed: 2552

Government Accused of Draining Reserves: Borissov Raises Alarm Over Billions Spent

The leader of GERB, Boyko Borissov, has raised concerns over the depletion of Bulgaria's fiscal reserves in the final days of the regular government's administration

Politics | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 10:41 | Viewed: 3317

Bulgaria Sets Stage for Dual Elections on June 9: European Parliament and National Assembly Votes to Coincide

The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Bulgaria has charted the course for a pivotal day in the country's political calendar

Politics | April 10, 2024, Wednesday // 08:58 | Viewed: 3436

Orbán's Bulgarian Fandom: Unexpected Admiration in the Balkan Country

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's popularity is surprisingly higher in Bulgaria than in his own country or neighboring Slovakia

Politics | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 16:49 | Viewed: 2835

Bulgaria's Ex-PM Denounces Corruption and Russian Influence in FT Interview

Bulgaria's outgoing Prime Minister, Academician Nikolai Denkov, has condemned corruption as the primary conduit for Russian interference in the country's affairs

Politics | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 15:59 | Viewed: 2236

Transition of Power: Mariya Gabriel Hands Foreign Minister Post to Stefan Dimitrov

This transition marks the only change in the caretaker cabinet composition, as announced by Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev during the ministerial presentation

Politics | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 13:53 | Viewed: 2297

Bulgaria's New Defense Minister Urges Expedited Military Aid to Ukraine

Bulgaria's newly appointed caretaker Minister of Defense, Atanas Zapryanov, has pledged to expedite military aid to Ukraine

Politics » Defense | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 13:01 | Viewed: 3692

BGN 100 Million Budget for the Elections in Bulgaria

The new acting finance minister, Lyudmila Petkova, unveiled the budget for the upcoming elections, which amounts to BGN 100 million

Politics | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 12:02 | Viewed: 2116

Ceremony Marks Handover of Government Leadership in Bulgaria

In a solemn ceremony held at the Council of Ministers building, power transitioned from Nikolai Denkov to the new Cabinet led by Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev

Politics | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 10:41 | Viewed: 1825

10th Caretaker Government in Bulgaria's History: Glavchev Cabinet Sworn In

Bulgaria inaugurated the "Glavchev" cabinet in an extraordinary session of the National Assembly, marking the 10th caretaker government in the country's history

Politics | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 09:31 | Viewed: 2611

Bulgarian President Signs Decrees for New Cabinet and Voting Change: Foreign Minister Replaced

In a decisive move, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has signed decrees ushering in a new caretaker government and altering the voting process, with a notable change in the foreign ministry leadership

Politics | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 08:51 | Viewed: 2836

Bulgaria's Denkov Engaged in Diplomatic Talks with EU, Ukrainian, US, and British Ambassadors

In a strategic move aimed at reinforcing Bulgaria's commitment to its European aspirations and tackling corruption, outgoing Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov held a crucial meeting with EU, Ukrainian, US, and British ambassadors

Politics » Diplomacy | April 8, 2024, Monday // 20:22 | Viewed: 3550

Protest Erupts in Sofia Demanding Interior Minister's Resignation

A protest unfolded in front of the Interior Ministry headquarters in Sofia on Monday, as citizens demanded the resignation of outgoing Interior Minister Kalin Stoyanov

Politics | April 8, 2024, Monday // 20:19 | Viewed: 3013
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