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Current events, political decisions, social developments, and economic news from the country.
The Municipality of Pomorie bans construction activities along the Black Sea coast for the summer season.
The mayor of Pomorie Municipality issues an order for the immediate suspension of all construction and installation works on the territory of the city and the neighboring Aheloy, including in the resort complexes and holiday villages, for the period from June 15 to September 15, 2025. The order aims to ensure peace and safety for residents and tourists during the summer season.
The Ministry of Education and Science has launched a large-scale project to improve the connection between higher education and the labor market.
The Ministry of Education and Science will implement a project worth over 187 million leva, aimed at improving the professional realization of over 46,000 students across the country. The project envisages practical training in enterprises, dual training, development of entrepreneurial skills and financial literacy, as well as support for career consultants in universities.
The Ministry of Transport has launched a public discussion on the award of passenger rail services.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications has published a draft for the determination of the conditions for the selection of carriers for the provision of passenger rail transport in the country. It is planned that the railway network will be divided into three regions, with each being served by a corresponding regional depot. The contracts will be for a term of 12 years, and the procedure for their conclusion will be announced by the end of July 2025.
Automated real-time control over recipes - a key step in the digitalization of the healthcare system
The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has successfully launched a new process for real-time automated control over the prescription and dispensing of prescriptions. This is a key step in the digitalization of the healthcare system, which facilitates patients and reduces the administrative burden for medical professionals.
Repair of joints on Struma Motorway in the direction of Sofia
On June 5 and 6, repair work will be carried out on the expansion joints at the 45th km of the "Struma" motorway in the direction of Sofia. Drivers are urged to drive carefully and obey the traffic rules.
Former Polish President Lech Walesa criticized the election of a conservative Ukrainophobe as head of state.
The legendary leader of "Solidarity", Lech Walesa, made a scathing statement after the victory of conservative Andrzej Duda in the Polish presidential election. Walesa stated that democracy in the country has fallen and that the new president is a "pimp, hooligan, fraud, liar and drug addict", supported by the Catholic Church. He is withdrawing from political life and choosing "internal emigration".
Integrated management system for BDZh (Bulgarian Railways) with international certificates
The Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ) have an integrated management system certified according to the international standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. These certificates attest to the high quality of services, environmental responsibility and safety of the working environment in the company.
Temporary restriction of traffic on road I-5 for the holding of the traditional Rose Festival
On June 8, 2025, traffic will be restricted on a section of motorway I-5 between Gabrovo and Kazanlak for the holding of the "Rozobar" ritual as part of the annual Rose Festival. Traffic will be diverted to alternative routes, and drivers are urged to follow the instructions of the traffic police.
Repair activities on the Hemus Motorway in Sofia region require temporary traffic restrictions.
Repair work will be carried out on three sections of the "Hemus" motorway in Sofia region on June 3 and 4. Traffic will be redirected to one lane, and some lanes will be temporarily closed. Drivers are urged to obey speed limits and avoid risky maneuvers to ensure the safety of all travelers.
The Bulgarian-Hungarian relations are gaining momentum in key sectors.
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria and Hungary discussed the possibilities for strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas such as energy, military partnership, investments, tourism, and culture. Several new agreements were signed, which will deepen the ties between the two countries.
The Registry Agency optimizes its electronic services for better security
On June 4, 2025, the Registry Agency will make temporary interruptions in its electronic services provided through the website https://uwt.registryagency.bg, for the purpose of optimization and improvement of information security. The interruptions will be in the period from 22:15 to 22:30 hours.
The global business faces challenges of multilateralism and artificial intelligence.
The Chairman of the Bulgarian Industrial and Commercial Chamber (BCCI), Tsvetan Simeonov, participated in the 113th regular session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva. The main topics discussed at the forum included the strengthening multilateralism, the impact of artificial intelligence on business and the future of work, as well as the adoption of the International Organisation of Employers' (IOE) strategic work plan for 2025.
The Minister of Finance and the Managing Director of the IMF discussed Bulgaria's accession to the Eurozone.
The Minister of Finance Temelina Petkova and the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund Kristalina Georgieva held a meeting, during which they discussed Bulgaria's future accession to the Eurozone. The two expressed support for this strategic goal of the country and the need for an information campaign to familiarize citizens with the upcoming changes.
The Commission for Consumer Protection warns traders of strict sanctions for violations of consumer rights.
The Commission for Consumer Protection (CCP) warns all traders that violations of consumer rights, including misleading and applying unfair trade practices, will be sanctioned with the full rigor of the law. The CCP reports established cases of systematic charging of fees for packaging that was not requested, as well as misleading customers to pay higher prices.
Children's football tournament in Pomorie marks Children's Day
The Pomorie Municipality organizes a children's football tournament, with teams from the local football schools participating. The competitions are held in three age groups, with the winners receiving individual awards for achievements in various categories.