Boyko Borissov

During a visit to Burgas, GERB leader Boyko Borissov affirmed that Mariya Gabriel would assume the Prime Minister's post as per the government rotation in March, refuting any possibility of his own return to the role.

As Bulgaria embraces the dawn of 2024, leaders from various political factions have taken to social media platforms to extend their wishes and hopes for the country in the coming year.

Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov affirmed that no additional prerequisites have been stipulated for Bulgaria's entry into the Schengen area from March via air and sea routes.

In a recent Facebook update, GERB leader Boyko Borissov announced Hungary's unwavering support for Bulgaria's Schengen aspirations. Borissov confirmed discussions with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, sharing Bulgaria's actions toward abolishing the gas transmission fee, set to be finalized by the week's end.

Kiril Petkov, former Prime Minister, current co-chairman of "We Continue the Change" and head of the parliamentary EU, Schengen, and Eurozone committee, outlined Bulgaria's stance on Schengen entry, emphasizing conditions rather than a specific timeline.

In a rapid ten-minute session, lawmakers backing Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov swiftly endorsed a proposal outlining the schedule for constructing units 7 and 8 at the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) using American technology.

Hungary has formally confirmed its intention to veto Bulgaria's entry into the EU's travel zone if identity document control isn't implemented, announced the Hungarian Foreign Ministry in Budapest. This declaration marks the first official acknowledgment from Viktor Orban's government regarding this stance, following recent reports in the Financial Times.

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.

Boyko Borissov, leader of GERB, engaged in a pivotal discussion with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban centered on Bulgaria's Schengen accession. During their telephone conversation, the focus was on Bulgaria's readiness to join the Schengen Area.

Because of insufficient evidence to support criminal charges, the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office has concluded the inquiry into an alleged extortion case involving Boyko Borissov, former finance minister Vladislav Goranov, and GERB media advisor Sevdelina Arnaudova. This investigation was initiated following claims by gambling tycoon Vasil Bozhkov, who stated he was subjected to blackmail.