Politics
News on Bulgaria’s domestic and foreign policy, political parties, institutions, elections, and legislative initiatives.
Effective measures to combat anti-Semitism in Bulgaria
Deputy Minister Elena Shekerlenska, appointed as the national coordinator for combating antisemitism, convened a meeting of the Contact Group for Countering Antisemitism. The participants discussed the implementation of the National Action Plan and upcoming international initiatives in this area, confirming the importance of the traditions of unity and harmonious coexistence in Bulgarian society.
Deep historical ties and energy diversification - the foundation of the partnership between Bulgaria and Moldova
The Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georgi Georgiev and the Speaker of the Parliament of Moldova Igor Grosu discussed the deepening of bilateral cooperation in the fields of energy, culture, and parliamentary diplomacy. The Bulgarian community in Moldova, numbering around 60,000 people, was identified as an important bridge in the relations between the two countries.
The Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georgi Georgiev deepens cooperation with Moldova for European integration
During a working visit to Chisinau, Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georgi Georgiev met with senior Moldovan representatives to discuss the prospects for strengthening bilateral relations and Bulgaria's support for Moldova's European integration. The focus was on the exchange of experience and best practices in the pre-accession process.
Pirogov Hospital paid tribute to the medical professionals who lost their lives in the battle against COVID-19.
Deputy Minister Toni Todorov and other high-ranking guests attended a ceremony to unveil a monument dedicated to the medical staff who lost their lives while treating COVID-19 patients at Pirogov Hospital.
Diplomatic dispute between Bulgaria and North Macedonia due to desecration of Bulgarian symbols
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria has handed a protest note to the Ambassador of North Macedonia due to the removal of the Bulgarian flag from the wreaths on the grave of Gotse Delchev and the vandalism of a monument donated by Bulgaria. The authorities in Skopje have been called upon to identify the perpetrators and restore the monument.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs Georgi Georgiev participated in an informal NATO meeting in Antalya.
The Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev participated in an informal meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Antalya, Turkey, emphasizing the importance of the Black Sea and the Western Balkans for the country's security. The discussions focused on the upcoming decisions of the Alliance and the need to strengthen defense capabilities and the transatlantic link.
Refugee children from Burgas performed excellently at the State Championship for Children and Youth at Risk
Young refugees from Burgas showed sportsmanship and skills at the 43rd State Championship for Children and Youth at Risk. They competed in the football tournament, demonstrating enviable results.
State Agency for Refugees organizes children's drawing contest "Childhood for Every Child"
The SAR is organizing a children's drawing contest focused on childhood as a time of learning, play, and fun. Refugee children aged 2 to 18 are invited to participate.