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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Free tuberculosis screenings across the country in June 2025.
The Ministry of Health is organizing a national campaign "Week of Open Doors" for free consultations and examinations for tuberculosis in healthcare facilities in 22 regions of the country. The initiative aims to increase public awareness and early detection of cases of tuberculosis and latent tuberculosis infection.
New fire station and police station in Simitli - a key step to improve security in the region
The Minister of Internal Affairs Daniel Mitov and Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov officially opened a newly built fire department base and police station in Simitli. The project, funded by the Municipality of Simitli, is part of the state's efforts to improve emergency response and enhance security in the region.
The Municipality of Pomorie explains the legal requirements for registration and reporting of tourist sites
The Municipality of Pomorie provides detailed information regarding the legal obligations for owners and users of apartments and other facilities used for short-term accommodation of tourists. The steps for registration of tourist facilities, reporting of overnight stays in ESTI, and payment of tourist and patent tax have been explained.
New guidelines for the safety of children in public places
Interdepartmental working group developed a practical guide with specific instructions for preventing risks threatening the life and health of children in public places. The guide will be presented to the general public at a press conference.
The economic partnership between Bulgaria and Armenia is gaining momentum.
The Minister of Economy and Industry Petar Dilov and the Armenian Ambassador Tsovinar Ambartsumyan discussed the opportunities for expanding trade relations and investment cooperation between the two countries. A 2% growth in trade exchange is reported for the first four months of 2025, but the potential for development is not yet exhausted.
Temporary changes in the organization of traffic on Struma Motorway in Pernik
On June 17 and 18, there will be changes in the organization of traffic in two sections of the "Struma" motorway in Pernik region. Drivers must drive with increased caution and comply with the speed limit of 90 km/h.
Pomorie and Kirklareli unite efforts to preserve cultural heritage
The mayor of Pomorie, Ivan Alexiev, signed a contract for the financing of a project to renovate the building of the Old Court in the city. The project will be implemented together with the Turkish Thrace Development Agency and will turn the building into a "House of Culture and Traditions", promoting the heritage of the cross-border region of Pomorie-Kırklareli.
The Municipality of Pomorie is expanding paid parking in the city.
Pomorie introduces a new "Short-term Paid Parking Zone" with an expanded scope, including a number of streets in the city. Parking will be paid for during specified hours, and improperly parked vehicles will be penalized. Municipal parking lots also operate under a paid system with fixed prices.
Five young doctors from UMBAL Burgas successfully complete specializations
Five resident physicians at the University Hospital Burgas successfully passed their state exams and are now officially specialists in various medical fields. All of them continue their work at the medical facility where they have been trained and developed over the past years.
Solar power plant powers electric buses in Burgas
The Burgas municipal transport operator "Burgasbus" EOOD has built a photovoltaic power plant on the territory of its bus depot. It provides electricity for charging 34 solo and 10 articulated electric buses serving the city lines. The 990 kWp power plant is connected to the power grid, with the surplus of generated electricity being sold.
New editions of the poet Ivan Sukhivanov are attracting the attention of the literary community.
The writer and poet Ivan Sukhivanov has published two new books in the last month - a collection of short stories and miniatures, funded by the Ministry of Culture, as well as a poetry collection, presented in several cities. Additional presentations of his new poetic work are upcoming.
The sand city in Burgas will turn into a fairy-tale world in 2025.
Burgas will host the 18th edition of the Sand Sculpture Festival in 2025. The theme of the exhibition will be "The City of Fairy Tales", with figures of favorite characters from world literature being presented.
Repair activities on Hemus Motorway and Vitinya Tunnel require temporary traffic restrictions
Upcoming road repairs on the Hemus Motorway between km 52 and km 60 in the direction of Varna, as well as night-time washing of the Vitinya Tunnel. This will require temporary traffic diversions along detour routes, for which the Road Infrastructure Agency calls on drivers to comply with the restrictions and drive carefully.
Bulgarian posts temporarily suspend the acceptance of parcels for the Middle East
Due to cancelled flights by airlines, Bulgarian Posts are forced to temporarily suspend the acceptance of any kind of shipments to five countries in the Middle East. The company will publish information about the resumption of the service on its website.
Key sectors and potential of the Bulgarian economy according to Deputy Prime Minister Dončev
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Innovation and Growth Tomislav Donchev emphasized that Bulgarian production, industry, and high value-added services are the backbone of the national economy. He stressed the need for qualified personnel and higher rates of economic growth, while pointing out several specific achievements and development opportunities.