Latest News from Bulgaria
Sudden Decrease in Bulgarian Wine Exports to Russia
Bulgarian wine exports to Russia have marked a considerable decrease.
In the words of Krasimir Koev, head of Bulgaria's Execute Agency on Vine and Wine (EAVW), the main reasons are the tragic events in Ukraine as well as the devaluation of the Russian ruble, as reported by the Argumenti Nedeli daily.
US Ambassador to Bulgaria Marcie Reis Comments on the Country's Media Freedom
If the readers or viewers receive only one point of view from media, they are misinformed, stated US Ambassador to Bulgaria, Marcie Ries.
''I, myself, happen to be a former radio journalist and respect immensely the work of reporters and editors,'' added Ries at a Wednesday press conference. ''I also respect their role in democratic societies - it is key to the contemporary world.''
EU to Grant Bulgaria BGN 10 M in Funding on Refugee Projects
The European Commission is to fund Bulgaria in the amount of BGN 10 M on emergency measures on account of the increased influx of emigrants in the country.
A delegation of the European Commission arrived in Bulgaria Wednesday in order to explore in debt the issue as the country has submitted a funding application.
Bulgarian Holy Synod Awards PM Borisov with Highest Order
Bulgaria's Prime Minister Boyko Borisov has been handed out the Order of St King Boris the Baptizer, the highest order awarded by the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, the government press service has said.
The award is usually given to politicians and orthodox church leaders who are considered to have significant contribution to the development of the church.
Turkish Stream May Be Delayed Until 'At Least 2017', Officials Say
The timeframe for the construction of Gazprom's Turkish Stream gas pipeline project seems unrealistic, according to government and industry officials in Turkey, Reuters has reported.
"The issue is not Turkish Stream alone, this is a whole package for Turkey's energy needs. We need to be a little bit patient," Energy Minister Taner Yildiz has told Reuters.