Radev Hands Over Mandate Next Week: Bulgaria Awaits Borissov's Prime Minister Proposal

President Rumen Radev will hand over a mandate to form a government to the largest parliamentary group, GERB, on July 1, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., as per Article 99, paragraph 1 of Bulgaria's Constitution. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to establish a new cabinet within the 50th National Assembly, according to an announcement from the president's press center.

This move requires GERB, led by Boyko Borissov, to nominate a candidate for prime minister by Monday. Subsequently, they will have seven days to propose a full cabinet lineup. Currently, there is no clear indication of a majority coalition being formed. Borissov has suggested that early parliamentary elections are likely.

Borissov has asserted his intention to present a cabinet proposal independently, emphasizing it will be a "purely GERB" government, potentially aimed at dispelling ties with DPS and Delyan Peevski. He dismissed speculation about alliances, stating, "I will demonstrate responsibility. If a party steps forward to support us, we can avoid elections."