Asen Vassilev
Deputy PM: Bulgaria is a Key Part of the Puzzle for solving Europe's Gas Problem
"Inflation is not a temporary phenomenon as a result of the war, it was set earlier, and the war accelerated the process". This was stated by Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Asen Vassilev.
Bulgaria’s Deputy PM: In the Next Few Years We will Live in Conditions of High Prices
"The next few years we will live in conditions of high prices", warned Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Asen Vassilev during the discussion of anti-inflation measures in the Tripartite Cooperation Council.
The EBRD will Assist Bulgaria in Structural Reforms and Energy Projects
In the presence of Prime Minister Kiril Petkov, Deputy Prime Minister for EU Funds and Minister of Finance Asen Vassilev and President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Odile Renaud-Basso signed a memorandum of understanding with which the international financial institution will assist the Bulgarian government in structural reforms and implementation of projects financed
Bulgarian Carriers: The Prime Minister Pointed the Door at us! We will Organize a National Protest!
With a scandal, some of the carriers left the meeting with Prime Minister Kiril Petkov, at which measures against rising fuel prices were to be discussed.
According to Magdalena Miltenova of the Confederation of Bus Carriers, they have not heard of any anti-crisis measures.
Deputy PM: Bulgaria will Request a Temporary Exemption from the Oil Embargo against Russia
"Purely technologically, Bulgaria can do without Russian oil, but this would significantly increase the cost of fuel. Therefore, if the European Commission allows exemptions [from the oil embargo], we will exercise our right to request such an exemption as well."
This was stated by Finance Minister Asen Vassilev in an interview with the weekly "Capital".
How long can Bulgaria be without Russian Gas? Deputy PM: Forever!
"Forever" - this is how Deputy Prime Minister Asen Vassilev answered the question of how long Bulgaria can last with the use of alternatives to Russian gas.
In Bulgaria a Regional Coordination Center for Gas and Electricity Supply in Southeast Europe will be established
"Bulgaria is able to replace all gas supplies from Russia", Deputy Prime Minister Asen Vassilev told reporters in Brussels.
He visited the European Commission together with the Minister of Energy Alexander Nikolov. The visit was due to Gazprom's decision to suspend gas for Bulgaria.
Bulgaria’s President accused the Government of being 'Cynical' for looking for Alternatives to Russian Gas
"It is cynical in the most energy-poor country in the EU, with the poorest people to say 'we will find another solution, we will pay more.' Some people may pay more, but others are on the edge and cannot pay more. Those who can afford to pay more and make decisions need to think about those who can't afford it. "
Bulgaria’s Ruling Party will vote “For” Sending Weapons to Ukraine and Considers the President’s Position “Disgraceful”
"'We continue the change' is a political party that will fully defend the Bulgarian interest. This means an independent, free and prosperous Bulgaria," said Prime Minister Kiril Petkov at a press conference of the party, attended by Deputy Prime Minister Asen Vassilev and members of the WCC Executive Board.
Minister of Finance: Bulgaria has the Cheapest Gasoline per column in the EU
"Everything must be calculated specifically and come up with an anti-crisis package that is not in pieces and exactly where we currently expect the most inflationary pressure. In the energy field, the pressure is mostly under control.