Domestic policy
News on Bulgaria’s internal political processes — government, parties, legislation, institutions, and public debates.
Raya Nazaryan (GERB) on Radev's expected address: No fear, this is democracy
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Raya Nazaryan, commented on President Rumen Radev's upcoming address, stating that she has no concerns about the emergence of a new political entity and that everyone has the right to participate in the democratic process. She answered questions regarding potential joint actions with a new presidential formation.
President Rumen Radev to address the nation tonight
President Rumen Radev will address Bulgarian citizens at 7:00 PM, which will be broadcast live on BNT1 and bntnews.bg.
Caretaker Prime Minister: What are the possible options and what are the opinions?
Examination of the discussions surrounding the selection of a caretaker Prime Minister in Bulgaria. The opinions of Raya Nazaryan, Velislava Delcheva, Ivaylo Mirchev, and Toshko Yordanov on potential candidates and their independence are discussed.
Grozdan Karadjov: I made no compromises, the success is the doubling of funds in my department
Deputy Prime Minister Grozdan Karadjov, in resignation, commented on his work and the government's priorities, highlighting the doubling of funds in his department as a success. He states that he made no compromises in his work.
Atanas Atanasov: Andrey Gyurov is the only candidate for Prime Minister who can ensure fair elections
DSB chairman Atanas Atanasov commented on the political situation on BNT. He stated that the only possible candidate for caretaker Prime Minister who can guarantee fair elections is Andrey Gyurov. Atanasov discussed expectations regarding the possible participation of President Rumen Radev in the elections and emphasized the need for decisive measures to combat corruption.
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.
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.
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.
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.