Politics
News on Bulgaria’s domestic and foreign policy, political parties, institutions, elections, and legislative initiatives.
Zafirov: Every Next Government Needs a New Vision, Developed in Partnership
Atanas Zafirov, outgoing Deputy Prime Minister and leader of BSP, shared reflections on the past year of governance and pointed out the need for a new vision for the next governments, developed in partnership. Zafirov also criticized some "comrades on the left" who were part of the mistakes.
Zhecho Stankov: No Euro Cents Spent on Property Purchases Near Kozloduy NPP
The outgoing Minister of Energy, Zhecho Stankov, stated that no funds from Bulgarian companies had been spent on the purchase of private properties on the site of the Kozloduy NPP. He informed about an assigned inspection and an upcoming procedure for the expropriation of properties necessary for the construction of new capacities.
Donchev: Importing Labor is a Temporary Measure, the Future Lies in the Return of Bulgarians
Deputy Prime Minister Tomislav Donchev commented in parliament on the issue of importing labor, pointing out that the future of the labor market is linked to the return of Bulgarians from abroad. He also addressed the topic of refugees and economic migrants, emphasizing the importance of European migration policy.
Zhelyazkov: The Renovation Program Guarantees the Security of the Energy System
Rosen Zhelyazkov and Zhecho Stankov inspected the implementation of the renovation program in Veliko Tarnovo. Minister Stankov highlighted the role of local authorities and the savings from renovation. The Decarbonization Fund was also discussed. Mayor Panov emphasized the program's restoration and its importance for Veliko Tarnovo.
Radev hands the third mandate to APS, they returned it unfulfilled: We're going to elections
President Rumen Radev handed the third exploratory mandate to APS, but they returned it unfulfilled, stating that they want fair elections. This means that Bulgaria is heading towards early parliamentary elections.
Kostadin Kostadinov Calls on APS to Return the Mandate: Election Delay?
Kostadin Kostadinov from „Vazrazhdane“ called on the „Alliance for Rights and Freedoms“ (APS) to return the third mandate. He expressed concerns about a delay in the elections, hinting at a potential agreement with President Rumen Radev. Kostadinov stressed the need for early elections and 100% machine voting.
Tomislav Donchev: Electoral technology should not replace political debate
The outgoing Deputy Prime Minister Tomislav Donchev commented on the issue of purchasing new electoral devices, emphasizing the role of logistical support from the Council of Ministers and highlighting the need to comply with the law. He also notes budget constraints.
The Three Candidates for European Prosecutor from Bulgaria
The Ministry of Justice announced the three nominees for European Prosecutor from Bulgaria: Dimitar Belichev, Mihaela Raydovska, and Plamen Petkov. They were selected by a special commission after a public hearing of six candidates. The final decision rests with the EU.
Legal Committee Discusses Amendments to the Electoral Code: Machine Voting and Debates Before Elections
The Legal Committee is discussing changes to the Electoral Code, focusing on machine voting, paper ballots, and potential legislative changes before the elections. Members of parliament and representatives of the bar council express different opinions.
Radostin Vasilev: Awarding the Third Mandate to APS is a Negative Sign from the President
Radostin Vasilev from MECH comments on the awarding of the third mandate to APS, defining it as a negative sign and criticizing the party's role in the previous government. According to him, APS has no electoral weight and has caused irreparable damage to the state.
President to Assign Third Mandate to Form a Government
President Rumen Radev will assign the third mandate to form a government to the parliamentary group of "Alliance for Rights and Freedoms". The second mandate was returned unfulfilled by PP-DB, and the first by GERB-SDS.
Parliament Reduced Student Loan Interest Rates and Eased Conditions
Reduction of interest rates on student loans from 7% to 3% and new benefits for students. The state will cover loans upon the birth of a second child. The proposers foresee a budget of 100,000 leva.
Kiselova: Changes in Electoral Legislation Should Increase Trust
Natalia Kiselova (BSP) commented on the changes in electoral legislation and the need to increase trust. Issues of machine voting, scanning devices, and citizen registration were discussed.
Assen Vassilev: We Must Protect the Vote in the Elections
The chairman of "We Continue the Change" Assen Vassilev called for fair elections and 100% machine counting of the results, emphasizing the need to control the vote and warning about potential manipulations.
Political Forces Prepare for Early Elections and Discuss Priorities
The deputies opened the new plenary session, with the focus on discussing the upcoming early elections and the priorities of the different parliamentary groups. The main topics were the adoption of the euro, changes to the Electoral Code, and visions for the future of Bulgaria.