Bulgaria and Romania have successfully completed the technical tests required to connect to the European Visa Information System (VIS).
Starting in July, the border authorities of the two countries will have the right to access information that already exists in the system, but not to add new information. They will be able to verify the validity and authenticity of Schengen visas issued by other EU Member States. Full access to VIS will be possible once Bulgaria and Romania are admitted to the Schengen area.
Caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs Stefan Dimitrov stated that he remains in office until there is a presidential decree for his release. We recall that his replacement was requested by the caretaker PM Dimitar Glavchev a week after taking..
Two million laying hens have been culled in Bulgaria since an outbreak of avian influenza began in October. Over 40% of laying hens are affected by the disease. These alarming figures were reported to BNR by Ivaylo Galabov, chairman of the Union..
The first shipment of fresh nuclear fuel for the Kozloduy nuclear power plant has arrived at the port of Varna - West. The fuel, manufactured by the US company Westinghouse, was delivered by the Dutch-flagged ship Adamas, public broadcaster BNT..
The first shipment of fresh nuclear fuel for the Kozloduy nuclear power plant has arrived at the port of Varna - West. The fuel, manufactured by the US..
Until the moment the president issues a decree, the old cabinet ministers shall perform their duties, commented caretaker Prime Minister Dimitar..
On Friday, the minimum temperatures in the country will be between 2 and 7°C, in Sofia - 1°C. Clouds will be significant, with broken clouds along the..
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