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Bulgarian Parliament Votes to Increase Police Presence at Migrant and Refugee Centers
In a decisive move, the Bulgarian Parliament has approved a measure to bolster security at all centers for migrants and refugees under the jurisdiction of the State Agency for Refugees. The decision, reached in the second reading, signifies a concerted effort to enhance safety and stability amidst growing concerns over incidents involving foreign citizens.
Bulgaria: 3 Regions With Lowest Life Expectancy - EU Report 2022
The most recent data from Eurostat, released on Thursday, indicates that in 2022, life expectancy at birth within the European Union is on an upward trajectory compared to the years preceding the pandemic. Nonetheless, it still falls short of the levels observed in 2019.
Bulgaria Makes Strides in Reducing Infant Mortality, Yet Challenges Remain
Despite notable progress in reducing infant mortality rates, Bulgaria continues to grapple with figures well above the European Union average, highlighting persistent challenges in child healthcare, a recent report reveals.
UN report: The gap between rich and poor countries has widened further in the aftermath of the pandemic
Life expectancy and living standards increased in wealthy countries
Former Ministry Official Warns of Expected Surge in Migrant Pressure on Bulgaria
Petar Todorov, the former Chief Secretary of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, has issued a stark warning regarding the anticipated increase in migrant pressure on Bulgaria starting next month.
World “population bomb” may never go off as feared, finds study
On current trends the world population will reach a high of 8.8 billion before the middle of the century, then decline rapidly
Bulgaria Extends Temporary Protection for Ukrainian Refugees
In a move aligned with the European Commission's decision, the Council of Ministers announced the extension of temporary protection for displaced Ukrainians on Bulgarian soil. The extension, effective from March 4, 2024, spans a year, reflecting the ongoing commitment to support refugees fleeing the conflict in Ukraine.
Facing the future and ourselves
Given the accumulated problems of many decades, Greece could not be in a better position than it is today. At home there is stability and relative quiet in relations with Turkey and other neighbors, while ties with our EU partners and allies are good. The region and the world are being shaken by insecurity, and this has an immediate effect on Greece, too.
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Geographer Warns of Demographic Crisis in Bulgaria
Renowned geographer and writer, Georgi Bardarov, sheds light on Bulgaria's critical demographic challenges, emphasizing the far-reaching consequences of present actions on society in the next 15 years.
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Ottoman No More | Athens | January 9
Dr Yiorgo Topalidis will explore the social construction of Ottoman Greek migrant identity in an early 20th-century US context. This serves as a case study for decoupling Whiteness from White supremacist ideology in an insightful lecture at the American School of Classical Studies (ASCSA) in Athens.
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