Latest News from Bulgaria

Bulgaria Had 0 % Monthly Inflation in December 2015

Published by Novinite on Thu, 01/14/2016 - 11:01

According to the latest figures of the National Statistical Institute (NSI) released on Thursday, Bulgaria registered an annual deflation of 0.4 % in December last year.

The index of consumer prices in December 2015 compared to the previous month was 100 %, which meant that the monthly inflation was 0 %.

US Assistant Secretary of State Nuland to Visit Bulgaria in January

Published by Novinite on Thu, 01/14/2016 - 09:58

US Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Victoria Nuland will visit Bulgaria in January.

In the Bulgarian capital, Nuland will meet with senior government officials to discuss a range of bilateral and regional issues, the website of the US Department of State informs.

Bulgarian Parliament to Decide on Joint Air Policing Missions

Published by Novinite on Thu, 01/14/2016 - 09:04

The Bulgarian parliament will decide on Thursday whether to allow the country's airspace to be guarded not only by the Bulgarian army, but also by the armed forces of NATO allies.

This could be achieved by amendments to the Defence and Armed Forces Act.

Bulgaria Could Have New Combat Aircraft after 3-1/2 Years - Defence Minister

Published by Novinite on Wed, 01/13/2016 - 20:03

The Bulgarian Air Force could have its ageing Soviet-made combat aircraft replaced by new multi-role warplanes in the next three to three-and-a half years, Defence Minister Nikolay Nenchev said on Wednesday.

The government commission tasked with studying the available options is expected to submit a report by the end of March, Nenchev told bTV broadcaster.

Research Ship Pelagia to Study Climate Change in Black Sea Region

Published by Novinite on Wed, 01/13/2016 - 18:55

Bulgaria's government has given the green light to Dutch-flagged research vessel Pelagia to conduct an oceanograpic expedition in the country's territorial sea and exclusive economic zone from 28 January to 5 February 2016.

Bulgaria to Discuss Gas, Trade, Tourism with Russia Jan 27-28

Published by Novinite on Wed, 01/13/2016 - 16:09

Bulgaria will discuss with Russia the potential construction of a gas distribution center on Bulgarian territory in compliance with the European Union legislation later this month, the government in Sofia said on Wednesday.

Bulgarian PM: Closing of Borders Is Necessary for Halting Refugee Influx

Published by Novinite on Wed, 01/13/2016 - 12:10

During a parliamentary question and answer session on Wednesday, Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov stated that the closing of borders is necessary in order to halt the refugee influx.

Borisov added that the Bulgarian government has always maintained a firm stance on the refugee crisis.

Bulgaria Urges Extra Caution in Travel to Turkey after Istanbul Terror Attack

Published by Novinite on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 16:37

Bulgaria has advised its nationals travelling to Turkey to exercise extra caution following Tuesday's terror attack in Istanbul that left at least 10 people dead and 15 injured.

Extra caution should be exercised particularly on visits to big Turkish cities and popular tourist destinations, the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

Bulgaria's PM Offers Condolences to Turkish PM over Istanbul Terror Attack

Published by Novinite on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 15:59

Bulgaria's Prime Minister Boyko Borisov has expressed condolences to his Turkish counterpart Ahmet Davutoglu over Tuesday's terrorist bombing in Istanbul.

"On behalf of the Bulgarian Government and on my own behalf, please accept our deepest condolences to the families of those killed in the terrorist attack today in the heart of Istanbul," Borisov said in a statement.

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