Magnitsky
American Lawyer Warns Bulgaria Seen as Risky Investment Due to Corruption and Russian Ties
In the United States, Bulgaria is viewed as a risky investment destination due to its connections with Russian oligarchs and China, along with concerns over transparency that could lead American investors into costly mistakes, reports ClubZ.
Magnitsky Act Architect, Bill Browder, Refrains from Visiting Bulgaria Over Rule of Law Concerns
Bill Browder, the initiator of the "Magnitsky" act, expressed his apprehensions about traveling to Bulgaria, citing concerns over the country's respect for the rule of law.
US Ambassador Discusses Magnitsky Sanctions and Energy in Bulgaria
In an interview on the bTV program "120 Minutes," US Ambassador to Bulgaria Kenneth Merten addressed various issues concerning Bulgaria's relationship with the United States and ongoing developments in the region.
Bulgaria’s Energy Minister: I changed the Management of Kozloduy NPP because of Potential Connections with Russia
"I replaced the head of management in my first months as minister because of intelligence reports about the leadership's potential ties to Russia and corruption schemes." This was announced by the Acting Minister of Energy on bTV.
"They mentioned the name of Alexander Nikolov, whom I replaced. He is now on the 'Magnitsky' list."
Petkov’s Fall Puts Bulgaria’s pro-European Mainstream to the Test
Regardless of how the dispute with neighbour North Macedonia ends - an issue that divided the coalition - the political confrontation will only deepen.