Latest news in Bulgaria? September 10th, 2026
10-09-2026
- Economic & Business Delegations: In Beijing, Bulgaria’s Economy Minister held high-level meetings to attract Chinese industrial investments, focusing on electric vehicle manufacturing and component production. Concurrently, Sofia Airport officially broke ground on a new 5 MW photovoltaic power plant as part of its sustainability and carbon-neutrality initiatives. The Sofia Globe+ 1
- Aerospace & High-Tech Partnerships: The Bulgarian government emphasized expanding deep bilateral ties with European partners in the space and technology sectors, spotlighted by Bulgaria’s EnduroSat partnering with Arianespace for upcoming satellite deployments. www.bta.bg
- Parliamentary & Regulatory Action: Lawmakers advanced a bill to broaden bans on gambling advertisingaiming to close loopholes across online platforms, outdoor spaces, and direct messaging. Additionally, Parliament backed legislative updates enabling tax authorities to access data regarding cryptocurrency holdings and transactions to counter tax avoidance. European Gaming+ 1
- Environmental & EU Policy: Bulgaria finalized and submitted its first draft National Nature Restoration Plan to the European Commission, detailing phased conservation measures for marine, river, forest, and urban ecosystems running through 2050. www.bta.bg
- Diplomatic Engagements: Sofia hosted Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, reiterating Bulgaria’s backing for Moldova’s European Union accession path while discussing administrative safeguards and support for the ethnic Bulgarian minority in Taraclia. www.bta.bg