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Visit by Bern Convention Representatives to Bosilegrad Concludes, Independent Assessment of Mine Activities Requested
Lukoil license extension Deputy PM: Extension of UK License for Lukoil Group Ensures Uninterrupted Refinery Operations
Bulgaria
Prosecutor Organization Proposes Measures for Reporting Pressure, Interference in Election of Supreme Judicial Council
Government Plans Measures to Improve Pension Adequacy, Satisfaction and Trust in the System
Measures aimed at improving satisfaction with the pension system, ensuring more adequate pensions and strengthening public trust are being planned, Minister of Labour and Social Policy Nataliya Efremova told journalists during a visit to Bolyarovo
Partial State of Disaster Declared Within 500 M of EMCO Ammunition Plant Near Belitsa
A partial state of disaster has been declared for seven days within a 500-meter radius of the EMCO facility near the village of Belitsa, the Municipality of Tryavna said. The state of disaster has been put in place to ensure public safety, allow the
Child Rights Organizations Call for Cooperation with Interior Minister on Preventing Online Radicalization
The National Network for Children, the Parents Association and the Bulgarian Family Planning and Sexual Health Association have invited Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev to discuss cooperation on preventing the online radicalization of children and young people, the National Network for Children said on Thursday.
Social and Labour Minister Efremova: Coordination Lacking in Montana Child Abuse Case
Inter-agency coordination fell short in a recent child abuse case in Montana, Minister of Labour and Social Policy Nataliya Efremova said on Thursday.
Economy
Eurostat data Bulgaria’s Industrial Production Posts First Monthly Rise in Three Months but Remains Among EU’s Weakest, Y/Y
Industrial production in Bulgaria increased by 0.4% in June from May, recording its first monthly rise in three months and outpacing the European Union average. On an annual basis, however, output remained in negative territory, with Bulgaria among
Agriculture Minister Identifies Drought, Water Shortage as Main Challenges in Sector
Minister of Agriculture and Food Plamen Abrovski said here on Thursday that the main challenges facing agriculture are drought and water shortage, and pointed out the need to restore irrigation systems. Abrovski was in Kresna for an inspection of
UPDATED Construction of Kresna Bypass on Track for Completion by End-2027, Regional Minister Says
Regional Development and Public Works Minister Ivan Shishkov and Agriculture and Food Minister Plamen Abrovski inspected the route and construction works on the Kresna bypass on Thursday. Shishkov told journalists that he was satisfied with the
Wrap-up 2027 Minimum Wage Should Become Known by End-September This Year
After the process of drafting amendments to the Ordinance on the Structure and Organization of Wages is finalized, a new mechanism for determining the minimum wage in Bulgaria is expected to be adopted by the end of August. The mechanism should be
Culture
Eurovision 2027 Culture Minister Miloshev Congratulates Burgas on Eurovision Host Selection
Culture Minister Evtim Miloshev congratulated Burgas on Thursday for being selected to host Eurovision.
Bern Convention Representatives Visit Bosilegrad Over Environmental Concerns
Sofia-based activist Dr. Valentin Yanev also travelled to Bosilegrad for the meeting with representatives of the Bern Convention. However, Serbian border authorities barred him from entering the country this morning, citing a potential threat to national security.
Exhibition Dedicated to Recent Archaeological Discoveries Opens in Plovdiv
From August 11 until the end of the year, the Regional Archaeological Museum - Plovdiv is presenting its annual exhibition, Discoveries 2025 – Threshold Between Worlds, dedicated to the most significant archaeological discoveries made during the past archaeological season in Plovdiv and the surrounding region.
Beglika Fest to Take Place from August 12 to 16
Beglika Fest will take place from August 12 to 16 near the Golyam Beglik Reservoir in the Rhodope Mountains, the Beglika Foundation, which organizes the event, said on Monday.
Balkans
Greek Town of Dimotika Opens Rose Garden, Celebrating Ties with Kazanlak
A public space called Rose Garden was officially opened in the Greek town of Dimotika on Tuesday, the Kazanlak Municipality said.
BTA exclusive Croatia Tourism Revenues Up due to Higher Prices, Last-Minute Bookings Prevail
Tourism revenues in Croatia rose in July, driven by higher prices, while overnight stays showed no year-on-year increase. More than 1.1 million tourists are currently in the country, Croatian national broadcaster HRT said on Monday.
Code Red for Risk of Fires Issued in North Macedonia, Local Media Report
Most of the time the fires break out in places with lots of dry grass and agricultural waste. Setting the dry grass on fire, whether intentionally or accidentally, can easily turn a small fire into an intense wildfire due to the drought and the high temperatures.
Greek Authorities Use Drones to Ensure Free Access to Beaches
Greek authorities are using drones to monitor whether citizens have free access to beaches, public broadcaster ERT reported on Friday.