As Members of Parliament convened for the inaugural session of Bulgaria’s 52nd National Assembly, leaders from various political groups addressed journalists regarding their expectations for the legislative work ahead, the election of the Assembly Chair, and the formation of a new cabinet. Rumen Radev, leader of the Progressive Bulgaria (PB) coalition, stated that finalizing the government structure by May 15 is crucial due to the volume of pending reforms. He highlighted state finances as a top priority, alongside the election of a new Supreme Judicial Council.
Meanwhile, caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov urged the MPs to uphold principles, noting that the demands for good governance in Bulgaria remain strong. He credited the caretaker cabinet with demonstrating that effective governance is possible with integrity. Other parties outlined distinct priorities.
Tomislav Donchev of GERB-UDF emphasized cabinet formation and the adoption of the 2026 budget as paramount tasks. Regarding the procedural changes, Ivaylo Mirchev noted that despite the splitting of one group, the elected MPs will fulfill their duties. Concerns over systemic reform were widespread.
The immediate election of the Supreme Judicial Council was cited as a key goal. Several opposition leaders expressed their focus on implementing judicial reforms and closely monitoring the conduct of power holders. The general expectations suggest a period of intense political negotiation.
Leaders from various factions affirmed that while they would engage constructively, any participation in a constitutional majority would require formal invitation and dialogue.
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