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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
Burgas and the EIB are joining forces to create a leading scientific center
The European Investment Bank will advise Burgas on the plan to build a modern science campus that will serve the universities in the city. The new center is expected to open its doors in 2027 and attract Bulgarian and international researchers and students.
The Municipality of Burgas is undertaking a large-scale infrastructure project for the Southern bypass of the city.
The Municipality of Burgas is starting the realization of one of its most ambitious infrastructure projects – the construction of the Southern bypass of the city. The project includes the purchase of private lands, the construction of a new road junction and overpass, as well as a water facility. The project is expected to be completed by 2030, with work on the first stage starting this month.
Verification of ground operators at Sofia "Vasil Levski" Airport
The Civil Aviation Administration has launched an extraordinary inspection of the three main ground operators working at Vasil Levski Airport in Sofia. The inspection is by order of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Communications Grozdan Karadjov and will be conducted until June 13, in order to ensure quality and fast service for passengers and their luggage before the active summer season.
The residents of "Dolno Ezerovo" are involved in environmental initiatives for World Environment Day.
Children, municipal officials and environmentalists from Burgas united to improve the plant waste site in the "Dolno Ezerovo" neighborhood and encourage sustainable behavior among citizens. The event is part of the "Green Burgas: Fair and Inclusive Green Policies" project.
Internship program of "Bulgarian Posts" for the period 2025-2027.
The state-owned company "Bulgarian Posts" launched an internship program that provides an opportunity for practical training for students and students. The program is aimed at specialists in various fields, such as service management, finance, accounting and others.
Tragic consequences of road accidents in Burgas region
The report of the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior in Burgas for the last 24 hours reveals serious road traffic accidents, including fatalities, as well as other criminal offenses uncovered by the police. The report details the circumstances surrounding the incidents, the injured and deceased participants, as well as the police actions taken.
Great Turnovo: Large-scale police operation to improve road safety
Employees of the Road Police and the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior in Veliko Tarnovo conducted a large-scale operation to control road traffic in the Kilifarevo area. The main focus was on compliance with traffic rules, the technical condition of vehicles, and the documents of drivers and passengers.
The new ambassador of the Republic of Congo in Bulgaria takes office.
On June 5, 2025, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Congo to Bulgaria, H.E. Ms. Edith Antoanet Itua, presented her credentials to the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria, Ms. Maria Angelieva. During the meeting, the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of education, economy, and tourism.
Vice Prime Minister Donchev: Trust is the key to Bulgaria's economic development
The Deputy Prime Minister Tomislav Donchev called for strengthening public trust as a key factor for the country's economic development. He emphasized that the adoption of the euro will be a new driver for growth, but warned that this is not enough - it is necessary to pay attention to the Bulgarian industry, which according to him is invisible to the public.
A man from Kardzhali has been detained for bomb threats against institutions and schools.
The regional directorate of the Ministry of Interior in Kardzhali detained a 23-year-old man, suspected of sending bomb threats to state institutions and schools in the city. The investigation is ongoing, and the educational process in three schools has been temporarily suspended.
Police operation reveals large-scale drug trafficking in the capital
Employees of the "Drugs" sector at GДНП have detained a man and a woman during a drug deal. In the seller's home, a hiding place with over 2.5 kg of various narcotic substances, an electronic scale, a vacuum machine, and a significant amount of cash were found. The investigation is ongoing under the supervision of the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office.
New diplomatic bridge between Bulgaria and Guinea: Deepening of bilateral cooperation
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria, Ms. Maria Angelieva, met with the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Guinea, Mr. Oumar Kanté, to discuss the possibilities for expanding bilateral cooperation in the fields of education, agriculture, economy, and industry.
The Ministry of Energy and the EIB are joining efforts for the decarbonization of "Maritsa-East".
The Minister of Energy Zhecho Stankov and the European Investment Bank (EIB) signed an agreement for advisory support aimed at the sustainable development of the strategic coal complex "Maritsa-East". The goal is to ensure the competitiveness and growth of the economy, as well as the better well-being of citizens through a fair environmental transition.
The economic deputy minister Barbalov guarantees the smooth introduction of the euro in Bulgaria.
The deputy minister of economy and industry Doncho Barbalov assured that the regulators will closely monitor the process of transition to the single European currency in order to prevent abuses. He emphasized the importance of the information campaign that will prepare citizens and businesses for the benefits of Eurozone membership.
The Deputy Prime Minister calls for greater visibility of the Bulgarian industry and encouragement of young people to study engineering specialties.
The Deputy Prime Minister Tomislav Donchev called for the opening of factories, in order to show young people the modern working conditions in the industry, and to encourage their interest in engineering specialties. He emphasized the need for greater publicity of the Bulgarian industry, whose share in GDP is 28%, in order to change the negative public perception about it.