Bulgaria: Prime Minister Boyko Borissov and Cabinet Stepped Down

According to Article 111(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of Bulgaria, Prime Minister Boyko Borisov submitted to the newly elected 45th National Assembly the resignation of the Council of Ministers he headed.

Prime Minister Borisov's letter tendering the resignation of the Cabinet was deposited today with the President of the National Assembly via the registries of the two institutions.

In accordance with Art. 111, para. 3 of the Constitution, the government led by Prime Minister Borisov will continue to perform its functions until the election of a new Council of Ministers and will ensure continuity in government.