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August 14, 2026

Bulgaria: Cabinet's 100-day review, new policy decisions โ€” FrontPages.eu, August 14, 2026

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The cabinet led by Prime Minister Rumen Radev has reached its 100-day mark, with assessments indicating a period of significant appointments but also delayed reforms and an unclear overall picture. Among the key announcements, the government has stated it will not complete any major highways by 2030, terminating a tender for a crucial section. Concurrently, the administration is focusing on revitalizing the state energy sector and introducing new incentives for investors, including the appointment of an ombudsman. Further policy developments include plans for a rotation within the judicial council and new rules for selecting a chief prosecutor, as well as changes to the hospital payment model. The government is also reportedly set to grant the 'Cherno More' highway concession to Turkish firms. In other political news, Ivan Hristanov has announced his intention to run for president, with the full list of candidates expected by September 22. Culturally, the city of Burgas has been chosen to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027. Law enforcement has also been active, with the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime conducting an operation against loan sharks in the Botevgrad region, leading to arrests. On the sports front, Aleksandra Nacheva secured a second medal for the country at the European Athletics Championships.

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The government, led by Prime Minister Rumen Radev, has reached its first 100 days, with assessments highlighting both key appointments and slow-paced reforms. The cabinet has announced a significant decision not to complete any major highways by 2030, terminating a tender for the Veliko Tarnovo - Byala section. Alongside this, plans are underway to revitalize the state energy sector, introduce new incentives and an ombudsman for investors, and implement changes within the judicial councilโ€ฆ

Mediapool: Government "Radev" Will Not Complete Any Highways by 2030

The government led by Radev will not complete any highways by 2030, with a tender for the Veliko Tarnovo - Byala section being terminated.

Sega: Government to Revitalize State Energy

The Bulgarian government plans to implement measures to revitalize the state-owned energy sector.

Capital: After 100 Days: The Full Picture Is Still Unclear

This article assesses the initial 100 days of the Bulgarian government, indicating that the overall situation and outcomes remain uncertain.

Dnevnik: First 100 Days of Radev's Cabinet: Key Appointments and Delayed Reforms

This article analyzes the first 100 days of President Radev's cabinet, highlighting significant appointments and the slow pace of reforms.

Sega: Government Promises New Incentives and Ombudsman for Investors

The Bulgarian government is pledging new incentives and an ombudsman to attract investors.

Dnevnik: Radev Cabinet Plans Rotation in Judicial Council and New Chief Prosecutor Rules

The Bulgarian government under President Radev is planning changes within the judicial council, including a new chief prosecutor selection process.

Sega: Radev to Grant AM 'Cherno More' to Turkish Firms

President Radev is reportedly set to award the AM 'Cherno More' concession to Turkish companies.

Sega: MPs Avoid One Salary Cut

Members of Parliament have narrowly avoided a proposed salary reduction.

Sega: Government Changes Hospital Payment Model

The government is altering the payment model for hospitals.

Ivan Hristanov has officially announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections. The full roster of presidential candidates is expected to be finalized and made public by September 22.

Sega: Ivan Hristanov to Run for President

Ivan Hristanov has announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections.

Sega: Presidential Candidates to Be Clear by September 22

The list of candidates for the presidential elections will be finalized by September 22.

The Bulgarian city of Burgas has been selected to host the prestigious Eurovision Song Contest in 2027. A statement from Dimitar Nikolov indicated that the votes of the European Broadcasting Union were decisive in this selection process.

OFFNews: Dimitar Nikolov: EBU votes prevailed in the Eurovision decision

Dimitar Nikolov stated that the votes of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) were decisive in the Eurovision selection process.

Mediapool: Burgas to Host Eurovision in 2027

The Bulgarian city of Burgas has been selected to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027.

An operation conducted by the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (GDBOP) in the Botevgrad region has successfully targeted loan sharks, resulting in multiple arrests.

OFFNews: GDBOP operation against loan sharks in Botevgrad region, arrests made

An operation by the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (GDBOP) targeting loan sharks in the Botevgrad region has resulted in arrests.

Mediapool: Three Arrested in Action Against Loan Sharks in Botevgrad Region

Three individuals have been arrested in an operation targeting loan sharks in the Botevgrad region.

An ongoing investigation into the E-79 highway project is raising questions about the disappearance of millions of funds and allegations of a prosecutorial cover-up.

Mediapool: E-79: Where Did the Millions Disappear and Who Provided Prosecutorial Cover?

An investigation into the E-79 highway project questions where millions were spent and alleges prosecutorial cover-up.

Institutions are facing criticism for allegedly underestimating the risks to a five-year-old child who was subjected to abuse.

Mediapool: Institutions Underestimated Risk for Battered Five-Year-Old Child

Institutions are criticized for underestimating the risk posed to a five-year-old child who was subjected to abuse.

Football club CSKA has successfully navigated a crucial stage, ensuring its participation in European tournaments until Christmas.

Sega: CSKA Survives and Will Play in Europe Until Christmas

Football club CSKA has narrowly avoided elimination and will compete in European tournaments until Christmas.

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