Economy
Over 700 traffic police teams to monitor traffic during the weekend
Increased police presence and reversible traffic lanes are planned due to heavy traffic. Trucks weighing over 12 tons are prohibited from driving.
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Minister Ivan Shishkov: The state is financially harmed by Hemus contracts
According to the regional minister, over 1 billion BGN in advances were paid without construction readiness, but the highway project will continue…
Economy
Bulgaria records third highest producer price growth in EU for July
The rise in industrial producer prices in Bulgaria is the third highest in the EU. The monthly increase reached 0.6 percent compared to June 2026.
Economy
Over 1,700 reports of healthcare irregularities filed via 'eHealth' app
Citizens are reporting suspicious check-ups and hospitalizations via the mobile app. The NHIF control bodies have already launched 560 inspections.
Economy
TPP Maritsa Iztok 2 and Mini Maritsa Iztok to merge into a new holding
Energy Minister Iva Petrova announced a strategic framework for the financial recovery of the companies and the preservation of jobs in the energy…
Economy
Council of Ministers authorizes derogation for Belene NPP equipment
The government authorized NEK to sign a contract with Atomstroyexport for technical supervision during the de-preservation of equipment for Belene…
Economy
Labour Inspectorate steps up coastal inspections until the end of September
Checks at the seaside continue until September 30, with winter resort inspections starting November 1, the Executive Agency General Labour…
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Bulgaria, Greece, and Romania jointly apply for transport funding
The countries' transport ministries are preparing 2026 projects under the Connecting Europe Facility, focusing on the Black Sea–Aegean Sea corridor.
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Citizens can vote on new euro banknote designs until September 21
The Bulgarian National Bank invites citizens to participate in the ECB's online survey, which determines the visual design of the next euro banknote…
Economy
Government authorizes import of Russian steel for Kozloduy NPP
The government granted a derogation for the import of specific products from Russia, required for the execution of a standing contract at Kozloduy…
Economy
Energy Minister: Kozloduy NPP-New Build capital lacks real asset backing
Minister Iva Petrova reported concerning audit findings at the company responsible for the construction of units 7 and 8 at Kozloduy NPP.
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Food and transport take up half of Bulgarian household budgets
Statistics show that in January 2026, Bulgarians spent primarily on food, housing, and transport, exceeding the average levels for the European Union.
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Photovoltaic park planned near the village of Izvor
Sozopol Municipality is reviewing an investment proposal for a solar power plant in Izvor. The project is currently undergoing an EIA procedure.
Economy
Rumen Radev: RRF payments are key to Bulgaria's budget
President Rumen Radev emphasized the importance of the fourth and fifth Recovery and Resilience Plan payments for Bulgaria's financial stability.
Economy
Turkey builds high-speed railway to the Bulgarian border
By 2028, Turkey plans to launch 3,000 km of new railway lines, including the strategic Halkalı-Edirne-Kapıkule route to the Bulgarian border.