Elections in Bulgaria: the risk of another trojan horse
Renew Europe Group congratulates “We continue the change” on their results at the parliamentary elections. Their third place and continuous efforts to restore rule of law and maintain Bulgaria’s pro-European path position them as the only genuine pro-European and anti-corruption democratic voice for the Bulgarian citizens. We stand for a Bulgaria that is a reliable, values-driven partner within the European Union not a source of instability or democratic backsliding.
“Rule of law and pro-European policies are inseparable, and we will continue supporting or partners in their efforts for a strong Bulgaria in strong Europe. We have seen in the past that corruption, the rule of law and Russian influence go hand in hand. They nurture one another, and the fight against them is also inseparable – anti-corruption policies, integrity and pro-European efforts”
Valérie HayerRenew Europe MEP, France, Renaissance
, said Renew Group president Valerie Hayer.
Liberals and Democrats also stand in support of everyone defending democracy and the integrity of the elections process, justice and restoring the rule of law in times of elections. Renew Europe Group leader Valerie Hayer was the first to understand the significance of these elections for the country’s future, travelling to Sofia and met independent experts on fair elections and rule of law and stood with those defending democracy on the ground.
”Bulgaria matters. It is not at the periphery but at the heart of the EU defence architecture - on the external border, it is strategically positioned on Europe’s front line. Bulgaria is an important ammunition producer helping Ukraine. Radev is likely to pose risks to that supply.
Countries already supporting Ukraine would need to fill the gap left by Bulgaria, which is a significant producer of Soviet-caliber ammunition. This could tighten stockpiles across Europe and slow delivery timelines, especially for artillery shells and small arms rounds that match older systems still widely used by Ukrainian force",
Hayer said.
Nikola Minchev MEP commented:
“Just a week after Orban was defeated we have to make sure there is no second trojan horse in the EU. With these election results, “We continue the change” will be the main opposition factor and a guard for the anti-corruption reform and pro-European future Bulgaria needs. “
Nikola MinchevRenew Europe MEP, Bulgaria, We continue the change – Democratic Bulgaria
Liberals and democrats will keep fighting to ensure democratic institutions, rule of law, equal rights and prosperity are in place across Europe. These are Renew Europe Group’s leader sustained engagement on rule of law, democracy and integrity, including a previous fact-finding mission to Sofia.