Bulgaria’s caretaker cabinet has approved a draft investment expenditure for the acquisition of a second batch of fighter aircraft to the tune of more than USD 1.29 billion. The draft will be submitted to the new Bulgarian Assembly. The money will be used for the acquisition of 8 more F-16 Block 70 fighter jets, aircraft armament, ground equipment and pilot training. VAT, customs duties and transport will be paid separately. The money will be paid in instalments over a period of 10 years.
By acquiring 8 more F-16 aircraft similar to the first 8 F-16s, Bulgaria will be able to build new capabilities. The new fighter aircraft will enable the execution of a wide range of tasks in national and collective formats.
If a referendum was held on whether to continue the country's membership in NATO, 59% of Bulgarians would answer affirmatively, according to a study by the Alliance. According to this indicator, Bulgaria ranks penultimate among..
The 17 th classic car and motorcycle parade is to take place in Burgas’ Primorski Park from 10 AM until 2.30PM today. More than 150 collectors from Burgas and the country will take part, Dimo Dzhambazov, chair of the Retro motor club, organizer of..
On Saturday the weather will be sunny, with cumulus clouds developing in the afternoon in many parts. Temperatures will continue to rise, with minimum temperatures reaching 15-21° C., for Sofia 17° C. Daytime highs will range from 30° C., to 35° C.,..
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The Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) will immediately return the second government- forming mandate , DPS Co-chairman Delyan Peevski told..
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