Demographics of the Ottoman Empire

100-200 People Apply Daily for Certificates Proving Their Bulgarian Descent

Between 100 and 200 people are applying on a daily basis for certificates proving their Bulgarian descent.

This was revealed by Ivanka Slavcheva, a chief expert at the State Agency for Bulgarians Abroad, at the opening of the sixth session of the world parliament of Bulgarians.

More Bulgarians Working Abroad Than in Bulgaria

The total number of Bulgarians working abroad is bigger than their homeland's entire workforce at the moment, new data suggests.

As of 2015, some 2.5 million people born in Bulgaria work outside the country, with their contributions sent home amounting to EUR 1.7 M (in an economy of around EUR 40 B). To compare, the active population in Bulgaria's labor market totals 2.2 million.

Special Effects to Illuminate National Palace of Culture in Sofia on Saturday

Special effects and lights will illuminate the National Palace of Culture (NDK) in the Bulgarian capital of Sofia at 19:15 EET on Saturday evening.

The facade will be illuminated in different colours, bringing the iconic building to life and turning it into a true attraction for the inhabitants and visitors of the capital.

Bulgaria VP Backs United Body for Minority in Serbia

Bulgarian Vice President Margarita Popova has thrown its support behind the united organization that is to represent Bulgarians living in Serbia, the President's press office has said.

The body is to be set up in the months to come, Bulgaria's Consul General Atanas Krastin is quoted as telling Popova at a meeting in the Serbian city in Nis.

Bulgaria President Urges Unity, Tolerance on Unification Anniversary

Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev has called on Bulgarians to be tolerant and work together for the sake of their country.

He has called for a joint European response to the situation of the past months as Europe is trying to deal with an unprecedented influx of migrants from the Middle East and North Africa.

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