Bulgaria is set to hold its eighth parliamentary election in five years on April 19, following the resignation of the last government amid widespread anti‑corruption protests. The decision was announced by former President Rumen Radev after leading parties declined to grant a mandate to replace the ousted cabinet.
Political turbulence has plagued the Black Sea nation, with successive administrations struggling to secure the unity needed for effective governance. The most recent crisis began when Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov stepped down in December, just before parliament was scheduled to vote on a no‑confidence motion.
Opinion polls indicate a turnout of roughly 60 % of eligible voters—around 3.3 million people—higher than the 2.57 million who voted in the October 2024 elections. Many Bulgarians now favor a single‑party majority to ensure clearer accountability.
The snap vote, opening at 7 am local time and closing at 8 pm, will determine whether a new, more cohesive government can restore confidence in the country’s democratic processes.
Source: www.aljazeera.com
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