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August 15, 2026

Bulgaria: Judicial push, politician assets, Olympic hopes β€” FrontPages.eu, August 15, 2026

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Prime Minister Radev's government is pushing for judicial reform, focusing on dismantling hidden power structures within the legal system. This initiative, which an article refers to as "President Radev's judicial reform" despite Rumen Radev now serving as Prime Minister, includes plans to limit leadership roles and addresses concerns about oligarchy. Meanwhile, the Progressive Bulgaria (PB) party is making specific policy promises related to religion, new exams, and a significant increase in teacher salaries. Public attention is also drawn to the declared assets of various politicians and ministers, with reports detailing substantial holdings, including multiple properties and stock portfolios, such as those of Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Pekanov. This comes alongside discussions about significant financial resources needed for Sofia's development and government plans to revitalize the state energy sector, offer new investor incentives, and a newly announced minimum wage. In a bright spot for the nation, rhythmic gymnast Stilyana Nikolova secured a silver medal at the World Championships, earning the country's first Olympic quota for Los Angeles 2028.

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Prime Minister Radev's government is initiating judicial reform aimed at combating hidden power structures within the legal system, with proposals to limit leadership roles. This coincides with a new poll assessing the government's success against oligarchy and public scrutiny over politicians' asset declarations.

Mediapool: Radev's judicial reform: Promise to fight secret circles

President Radev's judicial reform is presented as a promise to combat hidden power structures within the legal system, with related articles discussing potential purges and the minister's plans to limit leadership roles.

OFFNews: Has Radev defeated oligarchy? New OFFNews poll

A new poll by OFFNews investigates whether President Radev has successfully overcome the influence of oligarchs in Bulgaria.

Dnevnik: Politicians' Declared Assets: Porsche, Stocks, and Properties

An overview of assets declared by politicians, including Porsche cars, shares in Rheinmetall, and properties by the sea and in Paris.

Mediapool: Parliamentary declarations: Who has how much money and property

This article details the financial and property declarations of Bulgarian Members of Parliament.

Mediapool: Regional Minister with 10 apartments, Pekanov with shares in 23 companies…

This report focuses on the assets of Bulgarian officials, specifically the Regional Minister's numerous apartments and the Deputy Prime Minister's diverse stock portfolio.

Sega: Ministers Declare Dozens of Apartments and Plots

Ministers serving under President Radev have declared ownership of numerous apartments and land parcels.

The Progressive Bulgaria (PB) political party has announced new policy initiatives, including promises related to religion, educational reforms, and a significant increase in teacher salaries. Concurrently, a local mayor is noted for celebrating the founding of PB while maintaining membership in the GERB party.

Sega: PB Promises Religion, New Exams, and 125% Teacher Salaries

A political party (PB) is making promises related to religion, new exams, and increasing teacher salaries to 125% of current levels.

Sega: Mayor Celebrates PB Founding Without Leaving GERB

A local mayor is celebrating the founding of the 'PB' political party while remaining a member of the GERB party.

The government is focused on economic revitalization, including plans to strengthen the state energy sector, introduce new incentives for investors, and set a new minimum wage. Significant financial investment is also being discussed for urban development and infrastructure projects in Sofia.

Capital: Millions Needed to Transform Sofia

This article discusses the significant financial resources required to bring about changes in Sofia, likely pertaining to urban development or infrastructure projects.

Sega: The Cabinet Will Revitalize State Energy

The Bulgarian government plans to implement measures to improve the financial health of the state-owned energy sector.

Sega: Government Promises New Incentives and Ombudsman for Investors

The Bulgarian government is pledging new incentives and the establishment of an ombudsman to attract and support investors.

Sega: Minimum Wage to Be Between 650 and 680 Euros

The Bulgarian government has set the upcoming minimum wage, which will range from 650 to 680 euros.

The Plovdiv murder investigation continues, with discussions now extending to international standards for juvenile offenders. Separately, concerns are being raised about Bulgaria potentially becoming a waste dumping ground, and the Communications Regulation Commission has issued a warning about a new phone scam.

Dnevnik: International Standards for Juvenile Offenders

An article discusses how international standards for juvenile offenders are considered exotic in Bulgaria, with a judge commenting on the Plovdiv murder case.

Mediapool: Will we turn Bulgaria into a landfill?

This story, accompanied by a video, raises concerns about Bulgaria potentially becoming a dumping ground for waste.

Sega: KRS Warns of New Phone Scam: Spoofing

The Communications Regulation Commission (KRS) is issuing a warning about the latest phone scam known as 'spoofing'.

An analysis of the government's first 100 days indicates that the full picture of its performance remains unclear. Separately, Prime Minister Radev's defense strategy involves substantial procurement deals and initiatives for housing construction.

Capital: After 100 Days: The Full Picture Remains Unclear

An analysis of the government's performance after its first 100 days in office, suggesting that the overall situation and its implications are still not fully understood.

Mediapool: Radev's doctrine in defense: Billion-dollar deals and housing construction

This article examines President Radev's defense strategy, which involves significant procurement deals and initiatives for housing construction.

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