The meeting of the Budget and Finance Committee to the National Assembly, scheduled for today, failed after it failed to gather the necessary quorum for the meeting. The parliament building, usually bustling, remained this morning a witness to the absence of key figures, which postponed important debates.
The initiative to convene the meeting came from the Parliamentary Group "We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria". The aim was to hear the opinions of employers' organizations and trade unions regarding the draft budget of Bulgaria for 2026. This key moment of the budget process was intended to provide an opportunity for an in-depth discussion of financial plans for the following year and to allow stakeholders to express their positions.
Unfortunately, the meeting did not start due to the absence of MPs from the ruling coalition. This absence caused disappointment among those watching the event, as it failed the opportunity for an in-depth discussion of the draft budget.
Despite this unforeseen situation, the political calendar continues. Tomorrow, the draft budget is expected to be discussed at a meeting of the National Council for Trilateral Cooperation. The upcoming event will provide another opportunity for debate and discussion of the country's financial priorities. The tension is palpable as the country awaits the final decisions regarding its financial framework for 2026.