site.btaToday's Observances: December 18

December 18

The world:

• International Migrants Day;
• National Day of Niger: Republic Day (1958);
• National Day of Qatar: anniversary of the Al Thani family's accession to the throne (1878).

On this date in Bulgarian history:

1957: Diplomatic relations with Egypt are promoted to embassy level.
1970: Diplomatic relations are established with Bolivia.
1994: Early elections are held to the 37th National Assembly.