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European Parliament approves Bulgaria's adoption of the euro
Euronews
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Published on 08/07/2025 - 16:47 GMT+2 The European Parliament has overwhelmingly voted in favour of Bulgaria’s request to join the euro, paving the way for it to become the 21st member of the bloc to use the currency. On Tuesday, 531 MPs voted in...
Political Reactions to Bulgaria’s Euro Adoption Highlight National Achievement and Future Challenges
Novinite
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Following Bulgaria’s successful vote for eurozone entry in both the European Parliament and the EU Council for Economic and Financial Affairs (ECOFIN), leading politicians and statesmen promptly expressed their congratulations and reflections on...
Bulgaria issues warning of hazardous weather over forecast sizzling temperatures
The Sofia Globe
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July 5, 2025
Bulgaria’s national meteorological bureau has issued the Code Orange warning of hazardous weather for several districts for July 6 because of forecast high temperatures. The districts subject to the Code Orange warning are Vidin, Montana, Vratsa,...
Human Negligence Behind 90% of Bulgaria’s Forest Fires
Novinite
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More than 90% of forest fires in Bulgaria are caused by human activity, according to a new analysis by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). The report reveals that over the past 15 years, more than 1.1 million acres of land have burned across the...
Euro club to get bigger as Bulgaria due to join in 2026
Sabah
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July 8, 2025
European Union ministers greenlighted on Tuesday Bulgaria's bid to adopt the euro as of Jan. 1, 2026, making it the single currency area's 21st member following Croatia, which was the last to switch to the common currency in 2023. Bulgaria's...
July 9 Weather Outlook: Showers, Storms, and Temperature Swings Across Bulgaria
Novinite
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On July 9, a cold front will sweep across Bulgaria, influencing the weather patterns throughout the country. In the northern regions and parts of the south, cumulus clouds will form, leading to brief thundery showers with a risk of hail....
Adopting the Euro Is a Strategic Opportunity for Bulgaria - Association of Industrial Capital in Bulgaria Chair
Bulgarian News Agency
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The adoption of the euro is more than a currency shift: it is a strategic opportunity to boost Bulgaria’s competitiveness and investment appeal, said Rumen Radev, Chairman of the Management Board of the Association of Industrial Capital in...
Remarks by Commissioner Dombrovskis at the ceremony for Bulgaria joining the euro area
European Commission
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July 8, 2025
European Commission Statement Brussels, 08 Jul 2025 Good afternoon everyone. Congratulations to Bulgaria on becoming the 21st member of the euro area. The Euro area is stronger for Bulgaria's membership, and Bulg...
European Commissioner for Economy Congratulates Bulgaria on Joining Euro Area
Bulgarian News Agency
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The European Commissioner for Economy and Productivity, Implementation and Simplification, Valdis Dombrovskis, quoted by the European Commission on Tuesday, congratulated Bulgarian on becoming the 21st country to join the euro area. The...
Bulgaria Sees Second-Highest House Price Surge in EU
Novinite
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Bulgaria registered the second-largest increase in housing prices among EU member states in the first quarter of 2025, according to Eurostat. Residential property prices in the country surged by 15.1% year-on-year for the period, placing Bulgaria...
Questions and Answers on Bulgaria's changeover to the euro
European Commission
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July 7, 2025
European Commission Questions and answers Brussels, 08 Jul 2025 What decision did the Council take today? The European Commission published its 2025 Convergence Report on 4 June 2025. The report confirmed that Bulgaria has ...
Absolute Majority in Strasbourg: 531 Say “Yes” to Bulgaria Joining the Eurozone
BGNES
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July 8, 2025
With an absolute majority, Members of the European Parliament in Strasbourg approved the report supporting Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone, BGNES reported. The report on Bulgaria’s adoption of the euro received 531 votes in favor, 69 against,...
Over 90% of Forest Fires in Bulgaria Are Result of Human Activity, WWF Analysis Shows
Bulgarian News Agency
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The main causes of forest fires in Bulgaria are related to human activity. Over 90% of fires occurred after deliberate human intervention or due to negligence, indicates an analysis by the WWF environmental organization. Only in 2-4% of cases is...
European Parliament Votes on Bulgaria's Euro Adoption on January 1, 2026
Bulgarian News Agency
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At a plenary session in Strasbourg on Tuesday, the European Parliament (EP) voted, 531-69 with 79 abstentions to adopt a report on Bulgaria's adoption of the euro on January 1, 2026. Before that, the EP defeated a motion by the Europe of Sovereign...
At 27%, Share of Female ICT Specialists in Bulgaria Third Highest in EU Last Year
Bulgarian News Agency
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In 2024, Bulgaria had the EU’s third highest share (27.0%) of female specialists employed in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector, the Statistical Office of the European Commission (Eurostat) reported on Tuesday. Across the...
Agricultural Land Deals Reach 5.9% Annual Growth in Bulgaria
Bulgarian News Agency
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The average price of arable land transactions in Bulgaria reached BGN 169.7 per hectare in 2024, which was an increase of 5.9% compared to 2023, the National Statistical Institute (NSI) reported on Tuesday. NSI data show that in 2023, the average...
Exclusive: Fraport Bulgaria reveals upgraded commercial offer in Varna Airport Terminal 2
The Moodie Davitt Report
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July 8, 2025
BULGARIA. Fraport Bulgaria has officially unveiled the newly reconstructed Terminal 2 at Varna Airport. It features an upgraded and extended commercial offer operated by master concession holders Nuance BG (part of Avolta) and Lagardère Travel...
European Parliament Approves Bulgaria’s Entry into the Eurozone - Final Step Awaits in Brussels
Novinite
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The European Parliament has given its approval for Bulgaria’s accession to the eurozone, marking a crucial milestone in the country’s integration into the common European currency area. The vote took place on Tuesday during a plenary session in...
The European Parliament has approved Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone.
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 8, 2025
Photo: europarl.europa.eu With 531 votes in favour, 69 against and 79 abstentions, the European Parliament approved Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone on 1 January 2026. This paves the way for the Council of the EU to grant final approval for...
GRE-W vs SRB-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match, Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update- ECN T20IW Bulgaria 2025, Match 5
CricketAddictor
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July 8, 2025
Serbia Women will be in action against Greece Women in match five of the ECN T20IW Bulgaria 2025, taking place at the Vasil Levski National Sports Academy in Sofia on 8th July at 3:45 PM IST. Get the best GRE-W vs SRB-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy...