Bulgarian Parliament Walkout Over Euro-Sceptic Declaration

Bulgaria 27 February 2025 16:00

On Thursday, Bulgaria’s National Assembly saw another mass walkout as MPs, except those from the nationalist Vazrazhdane party and Morality, Unity, Honour (MECh), left the plenary hall. This mirrored Wednesday’s protest against a declaration opposing the adoption of the euro, read by Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov, CE Report quotes BTA

As lawmakers exited, Vazrazhdane MP Iskra Mihaylova declared from the rostrum that "[GERB leader Boyko] Borissov’s regime is leaving the hall." The party continues to push for a national referendum to retain the Bulgarian lev.

Vazrazhdane MPs also displayed a banner and posters reading, "Freedom for the students. Prison for Borissov." Following the statement, National Assembly Chair Nataliya Kiselova announced a one-hour recess.

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