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Citizens to test voting machines via a new mobile application
Minister of Innovation Ivan Vasilev announced an upgrade to a voting simulation app ahead of the presidential elections on October 25, 2026.
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Kostadin Kostadinov pushes for new restrictions on gambling advertising
Vazrazhdane MP Kostadin Kostadinov has re-tabled a proposal to curb gambling, describing the industry as an epidemic within Bulgarian society.
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Burgas and Varna airports receive incentives for traffic development
The Council of Ministers adopted amendments to the airport charges regulation. The decision aims to boost financial stability and airport…
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Zdravko Shushkov proposed a second pillar in health insurance
NHIF deputy governor candidate Zdravko Shushkov proposes legislative changes to introduce a second pillar of health insurance and stricter oversight.
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CEC determines the numbering of polling stations for the 2026 vote
The Central Election Commission approved the numbering of polling stations for the presidential election on October 25, 2026, and their formation.
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F-16 Block 70: Bulgaria expands fighter maintenance capabilities
The Council of Ministers proposes ratifying an industrial cooperation agreement that secures independent maintenance for the nation's F-16 fighters.
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Equal Pay: The Government prepares amendments to the law
The government approved amendments to the Protection Against Discrimination Act to reduce the pay gap between women and men for equal work in our…
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Penal Code: Violating EU sanctions becomes a serious crime
The government proposes amendments to the Penal Code, under which circumventing EU restrictive measures will be punishable by prison and heavy fines.
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Parliamentary control in the National Assembly: Which ministers answer
The National Assembly holds regular parliamentary control. Five ministers will answer MPs' questions, while five others are absent due to commitments.
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2026 Presidential Election: Council of Ministers approves the budget
The government allocated over 116.9 million euros for the October 25, 2026 vote. The CEC and Minister Ivan Vasilev are preparing a new voting app.
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Integrity tests to be introduced for civil servants in Bulgaria
The Council of Ministers adopted a regulation for integrity tests for civil servants, part of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan against…
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Dr. Vladimir Daskalov presented his priorities for NHIF Governor
NHIF Governor candidate Dr. Vladimir Daskalov emphasized digitalization, cost control, and quality healthcare before the parliamentary committee.
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Defense Minister dismisses official over procurement abuse
A Ministry of Defense official has been dismissed due to suspected violations in public procurement, confirmed Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar…
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Asen Vasilev supports Andrey Gyurov for president
We Continue the Change leader Asen Vasilev confirmed his support for Andrey Gyurov for president and announced the party's formal decision procedure.
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Dimitar Stoyanov: MiG-29 remains the only option for the Air Force
Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov stated that Bulgaria has no option to buy Gripen or used F-16 jets and must rely on maintaining its current MiG-29s.