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Bulgaria was long known as the EU's problem child, known for constant government crises and citizens in social vulnerability. Now a new chapter is beginning in the Union's poorest country, which adopted the euro as its currency at the turn of the year. It is raising both hope and protests.
The Balkan state abandoned the levy, a currency it had used since the 19th century.
As of January 1, 2026, Bulgaria is the 21st country to have adopted the euro as a national currency. The decision to adopt the single European currency is a strategic choice taken at a controversial moment, said President Rumen Radev in his speech to the nation. Euro yes, but at what price? Bulgaria's transition to the single currency between elite, discontent and concerns (ANSA PHOTO) • News.com According to Radev, the introduction of the eur…
Bulgaria Adopts Euro, Becomes 21st Member of the Eurozone
Bulgaria became the 21st nation to adopt the euro as its official currency on New Year’s Day, formally joining the eurozone. The historic moment was marked by a countdown displayed on the Bulgarian Central Bank’s building, followed by images of new Bulgarian euro coins and the European Union flag. People gathered in the square next […] The post Bulgaria Adopts Euro, Becomes 21st Member of the Eurozone appeared first on TechGraph.
Nearly 20 years after its entry into the European Union, the small Balkan state officially adopted the single currency on Thursday 1 January, a choice assumed by the government, which wants to reinvigorate the economy of the poorest country in Europe.
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