Domestic policy
News on Bulgaria’s internal political processes — government, parties, legislation, institutions, and public debates.
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.
Bozhidar Bozhakov: We Propose 100% Machine Voting and a Protest for Fair Elections
The chairman of "Yes, Bulgaria", Bozhidar Bozhakov, announced that the party is proposing 100% machine voting in the elections. He commented on the upcoming changes to the Electoral Code and stated that the current majority may try to introduce optical scanners, which is a tactical move to preserve schemes for vote buying. Therefore, a protest for fair elections is planned.
ITN: We Want Machine Voting with Scanning Devices and Changes to the Electoral Code
Stanislav Balabanov from ITN announced the intention to introduce scanning devices for machine voting and changes to the Electoral Code. He expects support from all those who support machine voting, as well as the removal of "dead souls" from the electoral rolls. The party is also ready for a third mandate to form a government, but is more likely to return it.
Mirchev to Borisov: Nobody is paying the protesters. You fell because of Peevski.
Ivaylo Mirchev responds to Boyko Borisov, accusing him of lies about the financing of the protests and reminding him of his dependence on Peevski. He explains that the protests were financed by voluntary donations.
Boyko Borisov: We have grounds to govern, GERB is the leading force
Boyko Borisov announces GERB's intention to govern, highlighting achievements during their rule, such as economic growth and increased exports. Rosen Zhelyazkov returned the mandate.
Radev hands the first mandate to GERB-SDS, Zhelyazkov returns it empty
President Radev handed the first exploratory mandate to GERB-SDS, but Rosen Zhelyazkov returned the folder empty, calling for early elections at the end of March.
Kostadin Kostadinov of "Vazrazhdane": Our Goal is to Govern Bulgaria
The leader of "Vazrazhdane," Kostadin Kostadinov, announced that the party's main goal is to win the elections and govern the country. He emphasized the importance of restoring the Bulgarian currency and leaving the Eurozone.
Yes, Bulgaria: On a coalition with PP and DSB in the upcoming elections and for stable governance
The National Council of Yes, Bulgaria decided to participate in the early elections in a coalition with PP and DSB. The party advocates for stable governance with democratic values and participation in the EU. The President will hand the mandate to GERB-SDS.
BSP Convenes National Council Meeting Following Government's Resignation
The National Council of BSP is meeting after the cabinet's resignation. The decision for the Executive Bureau's resignation comes as an act of responsibility. Atanas Zafirov speaks about the political price the party has paid.
Asen Vasilev on the Elections: Changes in the Electoral Code, 100% Machine Voting, and the Fight for 121 MPs
The leader of "We Continue the Change" Asen Vasilev in an interview for "Agenda" with Mirolyuba Benatova and Genka Shikerova: Changes to the Electoral Code (EC), machine voting, the fight for 121 MPs, reforms in public administration and the healthcare system. The presidential elections are also discussed.
President Radev to hand over mandate to GERB-SDS to form a government
On January 12th, President Radev will hand over the mandate to GERB-SDS. The procedure is in accordance with the Constitution and follows the resignation of the cabinet. If GERB-SDS is unsuccessful, further mandates will follow.