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Detention of Trans Activist Spotlights Bulgaria's Legal Gender Debate
Gabriela Bankova, a transgender woman who initiated a hunger strike on November 13 to challenge the court's denial of her gender change request, was apprehended by Bulgarian police due to the absence of valid identification papers.
Bulgaria Boosts Minimum Pension to BGN 580
A significant shift in Bulgaria's pension landscape is on the horizon, as the minimum pension for service and age is slated to surge by 11% under the Swiss rule, reaching BGN 580 starting July 1, 2024. Alongside this increase, widow's supplements are also expected to see a rise, as per insights from "Sega."
Borissov Warns of Consequences for Sofia Coalition with BSP and Vazrazhdane
GERB-SDS will not support the vote of no confidence against the government in Bulgaria, party leader Boyko Borissov assured on the sidelines of the parliament.
Bulgaria Faces Population Plunge Below 5 Million!
A forecast released by Bulgaria's National Statistical Institute (NSI) paints a concerning picture for the country's demographic future. By the year 2075, the projection suggests a significant decrease in Bulgaria's population, foreseeing a drop to 4,972,000 individuals, with a quarter of the populace aged 65 and above.
The British Minister for Immigration is Visiting Bulgaria
A British delegation led by the Minister of State for Immigration Robert Jenrick arrives on a visit to Bulgaria. He will meet with the Minister of Internal Affairs Kalin Stoyanov. The two will discuss joint efforts to combat illegal migration, including disrupting logistics chains for migrant traffickers. This was announced by the press center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Bulgaria Steps Up: €60K Aid Package for Ukraine
In a demonstration of solidarity and support, Bulgaria is set to contribute €60,000 (117,350 BGN) to Ukraine through the OECD Program. The bill for the ratification of the agreement is scheduled for a vote on Friday, emphasizing Bulgaria's commitment to aiding Ukraine's recovery and economic development.
Serbian Police Detained over 4,500 Migrants at the Borders with Hungary and Bulgaria
Serbian police have detained thousands of migrants within two weeks as a result of daily actions in the northern and eastern regions of the Balkan country, Reuters reported. The arrests are part of a nationwide operation that began two weeks ago after a shooting that left three migrants dead.
Bulgarian Border Police Thwart Over 170,000 Illegal Entries in 2023
Bulgaria's border police have been working tirelessly to prevent illegal entry into the country, successfully thwarting more than 170,000 attempts by citizens of third countries since the start of this year. According to the Ministry of the Interior, the Bulgarian-Turkish border has been the epicenter of this migratory pressure, accounting for over 99% of the total incidents.
Bulgaria's Pension Increase: Christmas Bonuses Every Month in 2024
In response to a question regarding Christmas supplements for pensioners in December, Finance Minister Asen Vassilev revealed that pensions would be increased by approximately 11% in the coming year. This represents a shift from the traditional practice of providing Christmas supplements, with the government now prioritizing ongoing pension increases.
Bulgaria Refuses to Grant Refugee Status to Russian LGBTQ Couple
Two Russian women who are part of the LGBTQ community have been living in limbo for over a year as they struggle to obtain refugee status in Bulgaria. The Bulgarian State Refugee Agency (DAB) has refused their applications, putting them at risk of deportation to Russia, a country that has increasingly become hostile to LGBTQ individuals.
Bulgarian PM: The Day of the People's Awakeners Unites Us
"The holiday of the people's awakeners unites us. Patriarch Euthymius, our heroes from the Revival and Liberation. This is a day that unites all Bulgarians and we must bow our heads before today's meeting of the Council of Ministers," said Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov before today's meeting of the Council of Ministers.
The US State Department with a Project Against Disinformation in Bulgaria
The US State Department is donating a 900,000-dollar grant to help Bulgarian society acquire skills to distinguish between false information and disinformation. The project was presented yesterday afternoon in Sofia. The event coincided with the visit of the Deputy Secretary for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs at the US State Department, Elizabeth Allen.
Bulgaria will Rely on Austrian Businesses to Support the Accession to Schengen
Bulgaria does not expect today to receive a response from Austria regarding the lifting of the veto against the country's entry into Schengen. This was stated by Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov before his meetings today in the Austrian Parliament, and later with Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer.
Bulgaria: The State Debt for 2022 is over 37.85 Billion Leva - The Deficit is 2.9% of GDP
The budget deficit in the "State Government" institutional sector for 2022 is 4,859,000,000 leva, NSI reports. This is 2.9% of GDP.
81 Illegal Migrants were Detained in Bulgaria in One Day
81 illegal migrants were detained in Bulgaria by the police today, the Ministry of the Interior informed.