Radev on the budget gap and corrupt practices

The caretaker government is facing a serious challenge – the uncovering of massive budget deficits and systemic financial abuses. Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced that audits in the ministries are revealing contracts with absurdly high amounts for elementary services.

"Fantastic contracts are emerging for absolutely elementary activity that has been valued and for which huge funds have been paid. And this is not one contract, this is a system."

According to the Prime Minister, the main priority is the disclosure of these unpaid commitments in order to prepare an objective and structured state budget. Cases affecting various departments, including the Ministry of Regional Development, will be presented publicly to the media.

The fight against corruption remains a priority

The Prime Minister confirmed that the Chief Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Petar Todorov (ed. note: the text mentions Kandev), remains in his post. Radev emphasized that he expects the Ministry of Interior to focus its efforts on:

  • The fight against corruption at all levels;
  • Uncovering financial abuses;
  • Demonstrating determination and courage in the upcoming "tough battle".