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Austria Outlines 5 Conditions for Schengen Land Borders with Bulgaria and Romania

The Austrian government has specified five prerequisites for potentially lifting checks at Schengen land borders for Bulgarian and Romanian citizens, as detailed in a statement released after the European Council's decision to open air and sea borders for both countries on December 29.

Police Detain 28 Illegal Migrants in Sofia

A dramatic scene unfolded on Sofia's "Botevgradsko shose" boulevard as authorities apprehended 28 illegal migrants traveling in a van with French registration, as reported by BNR.

Bulgaria Firm on Refugee Conditions Amid Schengen Talks

Interior Minister Kalin Stoyanov has underscored Bulgaria's stance, refusing additional conditions concerning refugees from Syria and Afghanistan in relation to European regulations and the nation's forthcoming Schengen air and sea accession.

Bulgaria: New Regulations and Changes in Effect as of January 1, 2024

With the start of the new year, several significant changes and regulations have come into effect across Bulgaria, impacting various aspects of daily life and welfare.

1. Minimum Wage Increase: The minimum wage sees a substantial hike, climbing from BGN 780 to BGN 933 (EUR 476), resulting in a net pay of BGN 723.99 after deductions.

Bulgaria-Turkey Border to Become World's Busiest by 2025

Yavor Serafimov, Director of the General Directorate Combating Organised Crime, revealed a substantial drop in human trafficking across the country's borders, marking a 50% decrease since mid-year. Speaking on bTV, Serafimov highlighted that while no border is impenetrable, the Bulgaria-Turkey land border stands as the world's second busiest and Europe's most active.

Bulgarian MEP's Nighttime Truck Journey Highlights Border Wait Times Amid Schengen Dispute

Bulgarian Member of the European Parliament (MEP), Andrey Novakov, embarked on a bold nighttime truck journey to spotlight the prolonged wait times faced by Bulgarian carriers at borders. His mission serves as a protest against Bulgaria's exclusion from the Schengen area, shedding light on the detrimental impact on carriers due to this exclusion.

Bulgarian Citizenship Amendments Introduce Language Proficiency Requirement

The Council of Ministers has given its seal of approval to a pivotal decision, endorsing a bill that introduces crucial amendments to the Bulgarian citizenship act. The proposed changes add a significant condition for individuals of Bulgarian descent or those with a parent possessing Bulgarian citizenship: mandatory proficiency in the Bulgarian language.

Optimism on the Rise: Bulgarians Embrace Joy, Anticipate Better Year Ahead

Bulgaria experiences a surge in optimism as the latest Trend survey unveils a remarkable shift in the nation's mood. According to the findings conducted between December 1-7, 2023, with 1,008 respondents through face-to-face interviews, a staggering two-thirds of Bulgarians report feeling notably happier in the past year, marking a significant rise from previous years.

Bulgarians with Dual Citizenship Eligible for MP and Minister Roles

During the second round of readings on constitutional amendments, the Bulgarian Parliament voted to permit individuals with dual citizenship to be elected as Members of Parliament (MPs) if they've resided in the country for the past 18 months.

President Radev Urges Netherlands' Support for Bulgaria and Romania in Schengen Bid

Bulgaria's President Radev recently underscored the country's readiness for Schengen membership, expressing expectations for swift and unequivocal backing from the Netherlands. Radev highlighted that Bulgaria has met all prerequisites for Schengen accession since 2011 but cited internal political factors in certain EU nations as obstructive.

Bulgaria: Borissov And Petkov Agree On Record Budget For Culture

In a groundbreaking move, Bulgaria prepares to approve an unprecedented budget allocation for culture following the upcoming vote on Budget 2024. Leaders from GERB, WCC-DB, and DPS, including Boyko Borissov, Kiril Petkov, and Delyan Peevski, disclosed plans for a staggering 520 million BGN to be channeled into cultural institutes.

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