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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...
EU Economy Commissioner: The euro will bring Bulgaria new opportunities, investments, jobs and growth
The Sofia Globe
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July 8, 2025
The euro will bring Bulgaria new opportunities, investment, jobs and growth, European Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis told a news conference on July 8 after EU finance and economy ministers gave final and official approval to Bulgaria...
Official decision by EU finance ministers: Bulgaria will adopt the euro from January 1 2026
The Sofia Globe
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July 8, 2025
The European Union’s finance ministers approved on July 8 the final steps that will see Bulgaria use the euro as its currency from January 1 2026. This completes the process for Bulgaria to become the 21st member of the euro area, a statement by...
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...
EUROZONE AT LAST: Bulgaria Secures Full Membership, Euro Becomes Official Currency in 2026
Novinite
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Bulgaria has officially joined the eurozone and will adopt the euro as its national currency on January 1, 2026. The final step was completed today in Brussels, where the European Union’s Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) unanimously...
European Parliament votes by massive majority in favour of Bulgaria adopting the euro
The Sofia Globe
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July 8, 2025
The European Parliament voted by a large majority on July 8 to adopt a report recommending that Bulgaria adopt the euro as its currency with effect from January 1 2026. In the 702-seat European Parliament, the vote was 531 in favour, 69 against,...
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...
BNB starts minting Bulgarian euro coins
BNR - Radio Bulgaria
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July 8, 2025
Following the Council of the EU's and the European Parliament's decision on Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone, the country is entering the final phase of preparation, said Dimitar Radev, Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB), in an...
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...
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...
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....
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...
Bulgaria’s Rami Kiwan Wins Silver at World Boxing Cup in Kazakhstan
Bulgarian News Agency
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Bulgarian boxer Rami Kiwan claimed a silver medal at the World Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan. In the final of the men’s 75 kg category on Sunday, the European champion was defeated by home favourite Sabirzhan Akkalykov, the reigning U22 world...
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,...
Economy Minister Dilov: Bulgarian Exports to Romania Increase by Nearly 20% in Q1 of 2025
Bulgarian News Agency
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Trade with Romania increased by 7% in the first quarter of 2025, while Bulgarian exports increased by 18.9% compared to the same period last year, it became clear during a meeting between Minister of Economy and Industry Petar Dilov and Romanian...
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...
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 ...
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...
Renowned Nuclear Physicist Prof. Jie Meng Visits Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
Bulgarian News Agency
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The Vice-President of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS), Corresponding Member Evdokia Pasheva, met with Prof. Jie Meng, who is among the world's leading physicists in the field of theoretical nuclear physics and is a lecturer at Peking...
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...