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Bulgaria: Atanasova and Belazelkov Join Constitutional Court
In a recent parliamentary session, two new judges, Desislava Atanasova and Borislav Belazelkov, secured their positions on the Constitutional Court, representing the legislature's quota. Atanasova, the former floor leader of GERB-SDS, earned her nomination from the party, while Belazelkov was put forward by We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria.
Ukrainian President Zelensky Expresses Gratitude for Bulgarian Support in Video Conference with Political Leaders
In a recent video conference call, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky extended his gratitude to Bulgarian political leaders Boyko Borissov, Kiril Petkov, and Delyan Peevski for their parties' supportive decisions in the Bulgarian parliament.
Sofia City Council Delays Chairperson Election Again, Looming Threat of New Local Elections
Once more, the election of the leader for the Sofia Municipal Council faces a postponement, creating uncertainty about the city's local governance. The decision to delay the vote until January 25 was reached during the Thursday session, with the expectation that ongoing discussions might result in a consensus on who will chair the Municipal Council.
GERB Nominates Desislava Atanasova for Constitutional Judge
Desislava Atanasova, chairperson of the GERB-SDS parliamentary group, has been nominated for the position of constitutional judge, as announced by GERB leader Boyko Borissov during a parliamentary session.
Historic Constitutional Revisions Ratified by Bulgarian Parliament in Decisive Vote
In a landmark session on Wednesday, Bulgaria's Parliament decisively passed a bill amending and supplementing the country's Constitution. The pivotal amendment, moved by GERB-SDS, We Continue the Change - Democratic Bulgaria (WCC-DB), and the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) on July 28, received a resounding 165-71 vote, with one abstention.
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.
MPs Clash! Vazrazhdane's Standoff In The Bulgarian Parliament
An extraordinary session in the Bulgarian Parliament took a tumultuous turn as members of the pro-Russian party "Vazrazhdane" party sought to disrupt proceedings, sparking turmoil within the debating chamber. The session, primarily focused on critical energy-related amendments, was marred by dramatic interruptions and attempts to silence discussions by shutting down the sound system.
Bulgarian Parliament Speedily Greenlights Kozloduy NPP Expansion with US Tech
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.
Soviet Monument Removal: MPs From Vazrazhdane And BSP Blocked The Work Of The Bulgarian Parliament
Deputies from "Vazrazhdane", the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) and "There Is Such a People" (TISP) blocked the parliamentary rostrum and declared that they will not allow the parliament to work. The main argument of the left and "Vazrazhdane" is that the Constitutional majority of GERB-SDS, WCC-DB and DPS allowed lawlessness in the center of Sofia by removing the Monument to the Soviet Army.
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.