In 2020, the Bulgarian economy contracted by 4.6%. In 2021, it is set to rebound and grow by up to 3.6%, reads the conclusion of experts from the International Monetary Fund made within the traditional consultations.
IMF recommends that Bulgaria adopt flexible policies to mitigate the shock of the coronavirus pandemic, which led to an increase of this country’s budget deficit. Meanwhile, Bulgaria should monitor the situation regarding non-performing loans. IMF calls on Bulgaria to continue the fight against corruption and improve the business environment.
On Thursday , the lowest temperatures will be between 4 and 9°C; in Sofia – about 4°C. During the day, there will be significant cloudiness over many regions of the country. There will be light rainfall in places in the southeastern..
Between January and September 2025, Bulgaria’s capital recorded a 10% increase in tourist arrivals and a 6% rise in overnight stays compared with the same period in 2024, according to data from the Unified Tourist Information System (ESTI). The municipal..
Bulgaria’s Employment Agency reported a stable labour market in September, with the registered unemployment rate standing at 5.06%, down from 5.2% in August. Around 17,000 people found jobs through labour offices during the month, nearly 3,000 of..
Bulgaria, Greece and Romania have finalized a memorandum for joint cooperation on new transport projects, said European Commissioner for..
Russia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Alexander Grushko stated that Moscow has not held talks regarding a possible overflight of President..
Russian spies and hard-left humanitarian groups are working with people smugglers to food Europe with illegal migrants, wrote '' The Times'' , quoting..
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