Alpha Research: High rating for Iotova and public sentiment towards the "Radev" cabinet

30.07.2026 | Domestic policy

A new study by Alpha Research shows public sentiment regarding the first 100 days of the "Radev" cabinet. Iliyana Iotova holds the highest rating, while trust in the government remains polarized.

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Public trust in the "Radev" cabinet

At the end of July, the "Radev" cabinet recorded 42% positive ratings, 33% negative, and 25% neutral, according to an "Alpha Research" study. The survey covered 1,000 people on the eve of the government's first 100 days in office.

Personal trust and political profile

Personal trust in Prime Minister Rumen Radev (48% approval) offsets some of the criticism of the cabinet as a whole, analysts note.

The data show a clear difference in attitudes based on party affiliations:

Iliana Iotova – rating leader

President Iliana Iotova enjoys the highest trust in the country with a 50% approval rating. Her candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections starts from a strong position, supported by a wide spectrum of sympathizers, including those of "Progressive Bulgaria" and the BSP.

Source: "Alpha Research" study, conducted July 17-23.