Simeon Dyankov (left) and Boyko Borisov (right)
Simeon diankovThe former finance minister said that although discussions on the macro framework for 2025 are currently stalled due to the non-functioning parliament and government, the Bulgarian economy is doing reasonably well. He noted that Finance Minister Ludmila Petkova has asked politicians to outline the necessary budgetary measures and determine the budget deficit. According to diankov, Bulgaria I've never seen it deficit This type of debate is expected to take place within 25 years, and he does not foresee any significant debate in Congress on the issue.
diankov criticized the election promises made by politicians, pointing out that only 4 billion leva of these promises had been realized, despite 8 billion leva in unpaid capital expenditures. He warned it was 3%. deficit stressed the importance of discussing progressive taxation, which poses serious risks and requires stable governments. Although he reassured me, Bulgaria He said the country was not on the brink of a Greek-style economic crisis and acknowledged that government spending needed to be scrutinized.
he said: Bulgaria far from meeting the standards of euro area He warned that membership, particularly considering the inflation threshold, was 3%. deficit The country could be excluded from the eurozone. He believes that society's readiness for the euro is crucial and suspects that politicians are hesitant to join the eurozone. moreover, diankov Commenting on the discomfort felt by some politicians regarding the situation related to recovery and sustainability planning, he predicted: Bulgaria It plans to take out at least two more loans by the end of this year and three more next year.