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Stories, news, and initiatives of Bulgarian communities abroad — life, culture, education, and achievements.
Burgas Students Triumph at the International Robotics Olympiad in Australia
Students from Burgas won awards at IRO 2025 in Australia, representing Bulgaria and Burgas. The teams demonstrated high achievements in the categories for primary and secondary school levels, receiving medals and technical awards for creativity and engineering solutions.
AIJBG awards "Unifiers of Cultures" prize to Assoc. Prof. Naymushin for research on Stella Avishay and her links to Prensa Latina
The Association of Ibero-American Journalists in Bulgaria (AIJBG) awarded Assoc. Prof. Boris Naymushin for his contribution to the research on the connections between BTA, "Prensa Latina" and Stella Avishay, who met with Che Guevara. The award is part of the "Worlds and Colors" competition.
Dispute over Funding for Bulgarian Schools in Chicago Sparks Debate
ABUCH publishes a position on the cessation of funding for 2 Bulgarian schools in Chicago. Concerns about the quality of education and the preservation of the Bulgarian language abroad. Disagreements between institutions and schools.
Ambassador Gergana Karadjova Presents Credentials to the UN Secretary-General
On December 3, 2025, Ambassador Gergana Karadjova presented her credentials to the UN Secretary-General, Mr. António Guterres. During the meeting, she reaffirmed Bulgaria's support for the UN and emphasized the significance of the 70th anniversary of our membership.
Lessons on Professions and Literature in the Bulgarian School in Ukraine
In the Ukrainian village of Delzhiler, home to a large Bulgarian community, children learn the Bulgarian language and culture at the 'Prosveta' school. Lessons focus on professions, literature, and building self-esteem.
The 34th Bulgarian Antarctic Expedition Begins Work on Livingston Island
The 34th Bulgarian Antarctic Expedition has commenced work on Livingston Island. Scientists from Bulgaria, the USA, and Portugal are collecting samples and conducting research in various scientific fields, including the ecophysiology of marine mammals, parasites, heavy metals in fish, and pollutants on birds.
After a three-year break, Bulgaria returns to Eurovision 2026
For the first time since 2022, Bulgaria will once again participate in the biggest European music stage. Preparations for the 70th jubilee edition of the competition in Vienna are already beginning, and the national selection will announce the country's next representative.
Support for Bulgarian Communities: New Program until 2029
The Council of Ministers approved a program to support Bulgarian communities from Albania, Serbia, Kosovo, Ukraine, and Moldova until 2029. Funds have been allocated for projects supporting Bulgarian self-awareness and culture.
Meeting in Parliament: Day of Bessarabian Bulgarians in Ukraine
Representatives of the League of Young Bulgarians in Ukraine were received in the National Assembly on the occasion of the Day of Bessarabian Bulgarians. Integration and relations with communities in Ukraine were discussed.
Bulgarian Students from Burgas Triumph at Art Festival in Turkey
Students from "Dobri Chintulov" Secondary School in Burgas won recognition at an international art festival in Kusadasi, Turkey. They impressed with folk singing, the gaida, and the guitar, receiving high marks and a voucher for Italy.
Burgas Talents Triumph at International Art Competition
Four young talents from Burgas won awards at the Kanagawa Biennial in Japan. The students from the art school demonstrated high talent, and their instructor received recognition. The exhibition is touring Japan until March 2026.
Bulgarian passport – among the most mobile in the world according to the Henley Passport Index
The Bulgarian passport ranks 14th in the Henley Passport Index and allows visa-free travel to 178 countries, ranking Bulgarian citizens among the leading travelers in Europe.
Gospodinov Awarded the Vilenica Prize in Slovenia
Georgi Gospodinov received the prestigious "Vilenica" literary award in Slovenia. He is the third Bulgarian writer to receive this recognition, following Iliya Troyanov and Rumen Leonidov. The award highlights the high level of Bulgarian literature on the international scene.
Nayden Todorov to Head Jury for Young Conductors Competition
The director of the Sofia Philharmonic, Nayden Todorov, will chair the international jury of the "Ferenc Fricsay" competition in Hungary.
Mission Gallery Presents Valentin Bakardziev's Exhibition 'Tesseract - Celestial Geometry'
From September 10, the Mission Gallery will host the immersive exhibition 'Tesseract - Celestial Geometry', combining weaving and contemporary photography.