Kingdom of the Netherlands

The Dutch Government Has Decided to Stop Describing Itself as Holland

Authorities believe the country's image needs to be renewed, as the Netherlands associates tourists mainly with drugs and Amsterdam's "Red Light District".

The rebranding process has started and the promotion of the Netherlands name will be enforced at upcoming international events and will be recognized by the national football team.

Dimitar Vladimirov Appointed Deputy Head of State Agency for Bulgarians Abroad

Dimitar Vladimirov was appointed Deputy Head of the State Agency for Bulgarians Abroad (SABA), announced by the Government press office.

Caretaker Prime Minister Georgi Bliznashki appointed former SABA Secretary Vladimirov as the deputy chair of the Agency as of October 23, 2014.

As of today, October 22, at her request, Iva Yordanova resigned as deputy head of SABA.