Politics
News on Bulgaria’s domestic and foreign policy, political parties, institutions, elections, and legislative initiatives.
Parliament curtails the powers of the special administrator of "Lukoil Neftohim"
Lawmakers have decided that the decisions of the special commercial administrator of Lukoil's subsidiaries in our country shall be subject to judicial and administrative control, limiting the possibilities for disposing of assets and shares.
Reform in the Water and Sewerage Sector: How will changes to the Water Act affect your bills?
Parliament has adopted at first reading amendments to the Water Act aimed at consolidating water and sewerage operators and introducing new pricing models. Find out how the reforms under the Recovery and Resilience Plan will change service quality and pricing.
Radev and Macron discussed energy security, defense and partnership between Bulgaria and France
Prime Minister Rumen Radev discussed key topics with Emmanuel Macron in Paris, such as defense, energy independence, support for Ukraine, and the integration of North Macedonia.
Borislav Sarafov has resigned as Director of the National Investigation Service and Deputy Prosecutor General
The Prosecutors' College of the Supreme Judicial Council has accepted Borislav Sarafov's resignation from his posts as Director of the National Investigation Service and Deputy Prosecutor General, following a submitted application.
Changes at the Customs Agency: Stefan Bakalov is the new Deputy Director
Stefan Bakalov, an expert with 35 years of experience in combating drug trafficking, has been appointed Deputy Director of the Customs Agency. Learn more about his professional background and the new appointments within the customs administration.
Borislav Sarafov to resign as head of the National Investigation Service?
The Prosecutors' College of the Supreme Judicial Council meets today, and according to media reports, Borislav Sarafov's resignation as Director of the National Investigation Service is expected to be discussed as an extraordinary agenda item.
Iliana Iotova to EU ambassadors: Bulgaria remains firmly committed to the European path
Vice President Iliana Iotova confirmed to EU ambassadors that Bulgaria's foreign policy orientation remains unchanged, with a focus on security, energy independence, and technological development.
Can the ruling authorities break the web of dependencies in the Bulgarian judicial system?
Judicial reform is a key priority for the new government, but deeply rooted dependencies within the SJC, the prosecutor's office, and the magistracy, as well as poor results in the fight against corruption, call into question the authorities' ability to achieve real change.
Experts: Arrogance and personnel purges by the new government, judicial reform is lagging
Political scientists Prof. Rumyana Kolarova and Teodor Slavev and sociologist Yuri Aslanov criticize the rapid personnel changes in the executive branch, the slow pace of judicial reform, and the risk of the new government abusing its influence.
Government meeting with the US Department of State: Security and visa regime
The Prime Minister discussed the strategic partnership with the US and security challenges, placing emphasis on the urgent abolition of visas for Bulgarian citizens.
Large-scale military exercise "Strike Back 26": Military equipment on the country's roads
From May 26 to June 13, military equipment and personnel will be moving across the country for the "Strike Back 26" exercise at the Koren training ground.
Teodora Georgieva accuses Laura Kövesi of "lying" about pressure regarding her appointment
Bulgarian European Prosecutor Teodora Georgieva disputed Laura Kövesi's claims of "pressure" from the Bulgarian government during her appointment and stated that the disciplinary panel had only proposed a "reprimand," not dismissal.
Green Energy Corridor: Bulgaria and Azerbaijan accelerate strategic project
Bulgaria, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Georgia are joining forces to create a roadmap for a "Green Energy Corridor". Kiril Temelkov emphasized the role of diversification and network connectivity.
Boyko Borisov denies connection to the selection of Teodora Georgieva and blames his opponents' "bludgeon"
Boyko Borisov denies involvement in the nomination of Teodora Georgieva for European Prosecutor, shifting political responsibility to Kiril Petkov and subsequent cabinets, while acting Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov and "Capital" publications recall the role of the governments and Bulgaria's official correspondence with EU institutions.
US seeks to extend stay of military aircraft in Sofia: What happens next?
The US expects an extension of the stay of military aircraft at "Vasil Levski" airport. Minister Stoyanov promised a risk analysis, while Prime Minister Radev raised the visa issue with Trump.