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Parties Realign Amid Leadership Speculation and Major Contract Cancellation

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Bulgaria is experiencing significant political shifts as the GERB party convenes a national meeting to discuss internal changes, with leader Boyko Borissov indicating the party's continued existence independent of his leadership. Concurrently, the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) has officially endorsed President Iliana Iotova for the upcoming presidential election, establishing an election headquarters for her campaign.

Adding to the day's developments, the Road Infrastructure Agency has cancelled a substantial €1 billion contract, fulfilling a prior commitment and potentially impacting future infrastructure projects. Economically, the tourism sector is facing challenges, reporting a notable decrease in revenue for the current season.

Other key stories include new restrictions on older cars aimed at improving air quality in cities, ongoing discussions about judicial council elections with judges pushing for representation, and a major reorganization initiated across various government ministries.

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GERB Party Gathers for Key Changes and Leadership Discussion

The GERB party is convening a national meeting with 700 delegates at the National Palace of Culture to implement significant internal changes. Party leader Boyko Borissov has stated that GERB will continue to function even without his leadership, signaling potential shifts within the party's future direction.

Sega Borissov Gathers 700 Delegates at NDK for Key Party Changes ↗
Mediapool GERB to hold national meeting ↗
Mediapool Boyko Borissov: GERB will continue without me ↗
OFFNews GERB to gather 700 delegates at National Assembly in NDK ↗

BSP Endorses President Iotova for Upcoming Presidential Election

The Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) has unanimously endorsed President Iliana Iotova for the upcoming presidential election and has established an election headquarters for her campaign. President Iotova, who assumed office in January 2026, previously announced her intention to run for president and is expected to reveal her vice-presidential candidate next week.

OFFNews BSP unanimously supports Yotova, forms election headquarters ↗

Road Infrastructure Agency Cancels €1 Billion Contract

The Road Infrastructure Agency (API) has cancelled a significant contract valued at over 1 billion euros. This action fulfills a promise and could have considerable implications for major infrastructure projects in the country.

Mediapool Road agency cancels €1 billion contract ↗

New Restrictions on Old Cars to Combat Air Pollution

New restrictions on older vehicles are being implemented in Bulgarian cities as an initial measure to improve air quality. This marks the beginning of a broader strategy aimed at addressing the ongoing challenge of urban air pollution.

Capital The Battle for Clean Air: Why Restrictions on Old Cars Are Just the Beginning ↗

Tourism Sector Reports Significant Revenue Decline

The Bulgarian tourism sector is experiencing a downturn, with reported revenue decreases ranging between 15% and 25% for the current season. This decline indicates economic challenges impacting a key industry for the country.

Mediapool Tourism revenue drops 15-25% ↗

Judicial Council Elections and Ministry Reorganization Underway

Judges are advocating for their own representatives, or 'avatars,' in the upcoming Supreme Judicial Council elections. Concurrently, a significant reorganization effort has been initiated across various government ministries, signaling broader administrative changes.

Police Chiefs Clash, Case Referred to Prosecutor

An internal conflict has erupted between the head of the Ministry of Interior in Gabrovo and his deputy, leading to the case being formally referred to the prosecutor's office for investigation.