Nikolay Denkov stated that the formation of a single political party encompassing Yes, Bulgaria, and Continue the Change (CC) is a distant prospect. While acknowledging shared objectives with Yes, Bulgaria, Denkov emphasized differences in the proposed methods for achieving those goals. Since 2023, CC has been a coalition partner with Yes, Bulgaria, and Democrats for Strong Bulgaria, though no formal coalition agreement exists.
Last week, the National Council of Yes, Bulgaria passed a resolution requiring the party to draft a formal coalition agreement and proposed a roadmap for establishing a unified political entity based on the current alliance. Denkov criticized the proposed paths, describing two options as “very extreme”: either forming a common party at Yes, Bulgaria’s suggestion or separating entirely. Denkov countered that the proposal is unsuitable because it would limit their appeal to voters in major cities, suggesting, “We are not talking about a divorce, but about the fact that we can work together while each side develops its own strengths.” He noted that the parties have already agreed to nominate a joint candidate for the presidential elections.
Regarding the formation of separate parliamentary groups for CC and Yes, Bulgaria, Denkov stated that this decision rests with the individual Members of Parliament. These comments follow statements from Yes, Bulgaria co-leaders Ivaylo Mirchev and Bozhidar Bozhanov, who asserted that the coalition’s electorate desires unification into a more consolidated political project involving Yes, Bulgaria.
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It seems the political maneuvering for unity is going to be much harder than anticipated.
What specific differences in methods do Denkov and his party perceive between their goals and those of Yes, Bulgaria?