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Published on Feb 13, 2026

President Iotova Reaffirms Bulgaria’s Stance on North Macedonia’s EU Accession at Meeting with EC President Costa

Meeting with European Council President Antonio Costa on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference on Friday, Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova said that there would be no progress in European Union accession talks with North Macedonia until …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on 01:09 GMT

Insight EU Finance Monitoring Weekly 2 – 7 February 2026

Insight EU provides delayed access to the content table of its specialized monitoring emails. For real-time updates and full monitoring services, consider subscribing to one of the annual plans available in the Insight EU Store. This monitoring was …

Source: Insight EU Monitoring - Neutral
Published on Feb 13, 2026

Bulgaria's ex-PM hails Türkiye partnership as 'extremely important' for regional peace

Former Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov has characterized the partnership between Sofia and Ankara as "extremely important" for fostering regional stability and advancing peace initiatives. Speaking to Anadolu, Zhelyazkov emphasized that …

Source: Yeni Safak - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Feb 13, 2026

Bulgaria to Attend First Board of Peace Meeting

Bulgaria will be represented at the first meeting of the Board of Peace established on the initiative of US President Donald Trump. This transpired from remarks by outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov on Friday to the press in Munich, where he is …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 13, 2026

SMEs in Bulgaria and Greece Will Save EUR 500 Mln Annually in Currency Conversion Costs, Bank of Greece Governor ...

The Governor of the Bank of Greece, Yannis Stournaras, said in an interview with BTA in Sofia that Bulgaria has followed a “successful path” toward euro area membership and is already beginning to feel the real benefits of the common currency. Stournaras …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 13, 2026

Philip R. Lane: Bulgaria and the euro

Keynote speech by Philip R. Lane, Member of the Executive Board of the ECB, at The World Ahead 2026: Sofia Gala Dinner Sofia, 12 February 2026 I welcome the invitation to speak in Sofia as it provides an opportunity to offer my own congratulations to …

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Published on Feb 12, 2026

IMF Chief Economist: Bulgaria’s Euro Area Accession Must Be Accompanied by Good Policies to Guarantee Higher Standard of ...

Bulgaria’s accession to the euro area is a historic moment, but it does not in itself guarantee a higher standard of living, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Regional Representative for Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe Carlos Mulas Granados said …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 12, 2026

Central Bank Governor: Process of Euro Adoption in Bulgaria Proceeding as Expected

The available data so far indicate that the process of adopting the euro in Bulgaria is proceeding in line with preliminary expectations, both in terms of the technical transition and price dynamics in the country, Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 12, 2026

Romania to take over presidency of South-East European Cooperation Process

Starting July 1, Romania will take over the rotating presidency of the South-East European Cooperation Process from Bulgaria until June 30, 2027. According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Romania’s mandate will last one year and will …

Source: Romania Insider - Neutral
Published on Feb 12, 2026

UK pledges to send £540m worth of weapons to Ukraine - Europe live

UK pledges major defence package for Ukraine Britain said it would send a further £540m worth of weapons to Ukraine, including spending £150m on buying US made interceptors, using a Nato-run funding scheme for the first time. The latest commitment comes …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Feb 13, 2026

Observances: February 14-15

February 14 Bulgaria: - Vine-growers' Day; - Bulgarian Archaeologists' Day. - Demise of St Constantine Cyril the Philosopher, inventor of the Slavic alphabet. The world: - St Valentine's Day. On this date in Bulgarian history: 1941: Sofia's …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 12, 2026

“Loyal EU Member” Bulgaria Under Fire from Russian Ambassador over Serbia Gas Talks

Russian Ambassador to Serbia Alexander Botsan-Kharchenko delivered sharp criticism of Bulgaria, highlighting its EU membership as a complicating factor in the delivery of Russian gas to Serbia. He described Bulgaria as a “loyal EU member” whose actions …

Source: Novinite - Neutral
Published on Feb 11, 2026

Turkish business leaders demand urgent customs union overhaul with EU

Turkey’s business leaders are pressing for an overhaul of the nearly 30-year-old customs union agreement with the European Union, warning that keeping it limited to industrial goods is costing market share and weakening competitiveness, the Cumhuriyet …

Source: Turkish Minute - Neutral
Published on Feb 11, 2026

Newly Founded Business Organization Aims to Protect Interests of Importers, Exporters in Bulgaria

A new business organization, the Chamber of Importers and Exporters in Bulgaria (CIEB), was officially presented by its founders at a press conference at the National Press Club of the Bulgarian News Agency in Sofia on Wednesday. The Chamber aims to …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 11, 2026

Russian Ambassador in Belgrade Attacks Bulgaria over Its EU Membership

Russian Ambassador to Serbia Alexander Botsan-Kharchenko launched unprecedented attacks against the Bulgarian state and its membership in the European Union. According to him, the authorities in Sofia, as a loyal member of the EU, could create problems for …

Source: BGNES - Neutral
Published on Feb 13, 2026

PM Zhelyazkov, Management of Schwarz Group Discuss Possibilities for Joint Projects

A meeting between Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov and Schwarz Group CEO Gerd Chrzanowski in Munich focused on opportunities for partnerships in building a European information infrastructure and developing projects in the field of artificial intelligence …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 10, 2026

Bulgaria's Score in Latest Corruption Perceptions Index Worst since 2012, Politicians React

Bulgaria has recorded a record-low score in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, falling to 40 out of a possible 100 points this year. The country ranks 84th out of 182 countries and territories, marking its worst result since 2012, according to the …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral
Published on Feb 10, 2026

The Chernobyl Dissidents: How the Disaster Shaped Bulgaria and Eastern Europe

Forty years after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, Bulgaria remains deeply marked by that experience. As the only country in the socialist bloc to take no protective measures, it paid a heavy price. The fallout exposed the cynicism of the communist regime …

Source: Green European Journal - Left-wing
Published on Feb 10, 2026

Bulgaria’s Score in Corruption Perceptions Index 2025 Is Country's Worst Since 2012 - Transparency International

Bulgaria has recorded a record-low score in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, falling to 40 out of a possible 100 points this year. The country ranks 84th out of 182 countries and territories, marking its worst result since 2012, according to the …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Neutral

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 05:40 GMT

EU Proposes Digital Networks Act, a Potential Boost for Fiber Optic Cables

SHANGHAI, SHANGHAI, CHINA, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On January 21 (local time), the European Commission put forward a legislative proposal titled the Digital Networks Act. This initiative aims to simplify and unify the rules …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 18:06 GMT

Why we need an EU perspective in the supervision of large asset managers

13 February 2026 By Ana Maria Ceh, Pierce Daly, Johanne Evrard, Michael Grill, Alessandra Martino, Michael Wedow and Christian Weistroffer Europe’s largest asset managers serve investors across the EU. Yet they remain supervised solely at national level, …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry

Published on February 13, 2026 - 15:04 GMT

From Garden Classic to Summer Star: Gladiolus Takes Top Bulb Honors for 2026

Flowerbulb.eu Names Gladiolus Summer Bulb of the Year PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The gladiolus has officially been crowned Summer Bulb of the Year 2026 by Flowerbulb.eu, earning top honors for its …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 13, 2026 - 18:08 GMT

RegulatingAI Podcast with Sanjay Puri: Brian Poe on How the Philippines Is Building AI Governance for Growth

On RegulatingAI Podcast, Brian Poe shares how the Philippines is balancing AI innovation, regulation, jobs, and investment for sustainable growth. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RegulatingAI Podcast with …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 14:06 GMT

European Parliament: Approval of Amendments to the Asylum Procedure Regulation

|Published on: 12th February 2026|Categories: News| On 10 February, the European Parliament adopted a number of amendments to the Asylum Procedure Regulation, notably to introduce an EU-wide list of “safe countries of origin” (SCOs) and to revise the use …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 08:38 GMT

European Parliament Approves Aid Package to Ukraine

(MENAFN) On Wednesday, the European Parliament gave its approval to a €90 billion ($107 billion) loan package for Ukraine, promptly authorizing a substantial financial assistance initiative designed to maintain Kyiv's public institutions and strengthen …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 14:45 GMT

The Future of Fuel: How Gasoline, Electricity, and Hydrogen Are Redefining Mobility

A look at the technologies shaping the next generation of transportation — from legacy engines to electric power and hydrogen innovation. CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global automotive industry is …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 13, 2026 - 14:13 GMT

Global Algae-Polymer Bottles Market Growth Outlook 2026–2036: Bio-Packaging Scales at 12.2% CAGR

Global algae-polymer bottles market set to triple by 2036, driven by plastic bags and bio-scale innovation. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Algae-Polymer Bottles Market is forecast to expand from USD …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 20:55 GMT

R2P DOORS URGES IMMEDIATE ACTION FOLLOWING FATAL SHOOTING AT SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY

CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- R2P Doors is calling for immediate action following Thursday night’s shooting at South Carolina State University that left two individuals dead and another injured. “As a South …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 18:24 GMT

Calvary Placement Agency Announces Launch and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Calvary Placement Agency announces the opening of its Albuquerque, New Mexico location, focused on case management and resource coordination for children ALBUQUERQUE, NM, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Calvary Placement …

Distribution channels: Education, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on February 13, 2026 - 17:31 GMT

National CACFP Association Announces CACFP Week, March 15–21

ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National CACFP Association (NCA) is gearing up to celebrate National CACFP Week, an education and awareness campaign taking place March 15–21, 2026. Observed annually …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 12:16 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: Munich Won’t Deliver a Breakthrough, but Will Show if Europe Is Ready for a New Security Strategy

KYIV, UKRAINE, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Munich Security Conference 2026 has started in Germany. It is taking place against the backdrop of Russia’s protracted war against Ukraine, the rise of hybrid threats, and an increasingly …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 13, 2026 - 11:30 GMT

Tsinghua University Study Shows How Policies Slash Ship Pollution Near Hainan

New analysis assesses current shipping emissions near China’s Hainan Island and highlights the need to strengthen future emission management policies CHINA, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study finds that stricter fuel rules have …

Distribution channels: Environment, International Organizations ...
Published on February 13, 2026 - 09:42 GMT

KTS Global CEO Tim Jacobs Identifies "The Operator Gap" as Critical Brand Risk in AI-Mediated Markets

Dubai strategic consultancy introduces Evidence Economy framework as AI systems increasingly attribute professional reputation to individuals rather than brands CA, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every industry has its …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 05:25 GMT

Dancing Through Diplomacy Reframes Education Around Agency, Compassion, And The Courage To Belong

Akari Shinobu introduces a Learning Diplomacy Framework that challenges rigid mandates and invites educators to redesign how we learn, lead, and connect. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, February 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Akari Shinobu …

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Published on February 13, 2026 - 14:18 GMT

GREECE: Collision between Coast Guard vessel and migrant boat leaves at least 15 dead ― Controversial migration law ...

A collision between a Greek Coast Guard vessel and a speedboat carrying people on the move has resulted in at least 15 deaths and multiple injuries. A controversial migration law has been passed by Parliament. A new NGO report has once again raised …

Distribution channels: Politics
Published on February 12, 2026 - 22:39 GMT

CA Gubernatorial Candidate, Daniel Mercuri, Blasts CAGOP and Exits Republican Party in Third Run to Replace Gavin Newsom

U.S. Navy veteran and constitutional conservative Daniel Mercuri registers No Party Preference (NPP) ahead of the June 2, 2026 primary. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Daniel Mercuri, a Southern California …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 22:16 GMT

NCRI-US: Tens of Thousands Rally in Berlin, Reject Monarchy and Theocracy, Back Iran’s Uprising for Regime Change

Iranians of diverse nationalities — including Kurds, Azeris, Baluchis, Arabs, Turkmens, Lurs, and Gilakis — stand together in Berlin for a democratic republic. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tens of …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on February 12, 2026 - 21:35 GMT

R2P DOORS CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION FOLLOWING SCHOOL SHOOTING IN CANADA

CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of the tragic school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, Canada, R2P Bulletproof Doors is urging school districts, policymakers, and leaders to move beyond discussion and …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 19:04 GMT

REAL ID: CCHF Applauds Arizona for Advancing Bill Safeguarding Residents from Federal Overreach

HB2957 receives “Do Pass” recommendation, signaling state interest in protecting residents from federal encroachment ST PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF) today announced …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 15:19 GMT

Ocean Visions Awards New Funding for Research on Novel Approaches to Protect and Restore Arctic Sea Ice

Six projects will investigate innovative approaches that could help slow Arctic sea ice loss and reduce escalating climate risk WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ocean Visions has selected six research …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

How RidePair Is Using AI to Fix Carpooling’s Trust Problem — and Why Investors Are Paying Attention

SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carpooling has always made sense on paper. Fewer cars. Lower costs. Lower emissions. And yet, it never really worked. For decades, startups tried to revive it with better …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 13:17 GMT

Cast from Clay Publishes New Policy Unstuck Edition Featuring Danny Kruger on Reforming the British State

DURHAM STREET, UNITED KINGDOM, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a new interview published today on Policy Unstuck, Danny Kruger MP sets out how Reform UK intends to overhaul the machinery of British government — describing the current …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 10:45 GMT

Realpolitik for Real Change: Strategic Political Advisory Post-Budget 2026

Strategic Advisor Warns That Political Naivety Is as Dangerous as Political Cynicism LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Days after the UK Budget reshaped the 2026 political landscape; a strategic advisor with …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 07:24 GMT

Hearing Set on Spinal Cord Injury Funding Boost

Advocates for Increasing Research for Spinal Cord Injury host a Congressional Briefing and Will Meet with 60 Congressional Offices February 17. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Advocates for increasing …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 14:06 GMT

European Parliament: Approval of Amendments to the Asylum Procedure Regulation

|Published on: 12th February 2026|Categories: News| On 10 February, the European Parliament adopted a number of amendments to the Asylum Procedure Regulation, notably to introduce an EU-wide list of “safe countries of origin” (SCOs) and to revise the use …

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Published on February 12, 2026 - 14:06 GMT

OP-ED: One question on the deadly Greek Coast Guard operation in Chios

By Minos Mouzourakis Painful questions have gripped Greece since the night of 3 February, when 15 people lost their lives and another 24 suffered severe injuries after a Greek Coast Guard vessel collided with a boat carrying refugees off the coast of the …

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Published on February 11, 2026 - 21:40 GMT

STAND UP FOR SCIENCE CALLS OUT PLAN TO BYPASS CONGRESS AND DEFUND NASA SCIENCE

Withholding congressionally appropriated NASA science funds signals a broader crisis of democratic governance, not just funding. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In light of the breaking news that the Office of …

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