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The findings, presented in the YouTube show "A Question of Measure" hosted by Parvan Simeonov, indicate that nearly 600,000 adult Bulgarians consider migrants, even those fleeing war, as a national security concern

The study, which gathered responses from a sample of 1,000 adults, found that 59% of Bulgarians believe the country should back the EU’s stance in international matters, with only 14% favoring alignment with the United States and 27% remaining undecided

Despite the broad scope of the sanctions, Bozhilov reassured that Bulgaria's economy has not suffered significant negative consequences. While exports to Russia have been steadily declining, the country’s trade relations with the EU have strengthened, offsetting potential losses

According to data from the European Environment Agency (EEA), air pollution was responsible for 357,000 deaths across the European Union in 2022, with fine particulate matter (PM2.5) identified as the primary culprit

Bulgaria’s automotive market defied the regional slowdown, showcasing robust growth. In November, the country registered 3,956 new vehicles, marking a 14% increase compared to the same period last year

Excise taxes on alcoholic beverages, including beer and spirits, will increase by 10-15% in 2025, aligning Bulgaria’s rates with EU norms. The measure, backed by parliament, trade unions, and employers, addresses the country’s current minimum-level EU excise duties

Takhov's request comes as Bulgaria faces a dramatic rise in egg imports from Ukraine. Over 2.6 million tons of eggs entered Bulgaria during the first half of 2024, a staggering fivefold increase compared to the same period in 2023

Following this approval, the funds will be transferred to the Bulgarian government, which will have until the end of April 2025 to distribute the money to the affected farmers and agricultural enterprises