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Bulgaria's adoption of the euro

Bulgaria's euro-adoption process and the associated EU institutional steps.

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  1. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

    Statement summary

    Von der Leyen congratulates Bulgaria on stepping closer to adopting the euro

    Von der Leyen notes Bulgaria is one step closer to the euro and congratulates Bulgaria on its progress toward the euro.

    Source excerpt

    Днес България е с една крачка по-близо до еврото. Това ще означава повече инвестиции и обмен с партньорите от еврозоната и повече стабилност и просперитет за българския народ. България също така ще заеме заслуженото си място при вземане на решенията в еврозоната. Поздравления! → europa.eu/!cgqxyQ

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  2. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

    Statement summary

    Von der Leyen congratulates Bulgaria on being one step closer to adopting the euro

    Von der Leyen congratulates Bulgaria on being one step closer to adopting the euro.

    Source excerpt

    Today, Bulgaria is one step closer to adopting the euro. This will mean more investment and trade with euro area partners, and more stability and prosperity for the Bulgarian people. Bulgaria will also take its rightful place in shaping euro area decisions. Congratulations! → europa.eu/!cgqxyQ

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  3. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

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    “On 1 January 2026, Bulgaria will become our 21st Eurozone country.”

    Von der Leyen announces Bulgaria will become the 21st Eurozone country on 1 January 2026 and emphasizes the euro will strengthen Bulgaria's economy and bring benefits.

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    Bulgaria, the euro is coming! On 1 January 2026, Bulgaria will become our 21st Eurozone country. This means more than just a new currency – it is a real achievement. The euro will strengthen Bulgaria’s economy and bring big benefits for Bulgarian people and businesses.

    On Bulgaria adopting the euro.

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  4. Ursula von der Leyen
    Von der Leyen

    European Union

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    Von der Leyen announces Bulgaria joins the euro area tomorrow

    Von der Leyen announces Bulgaria joins the euro area tomorrow and praises Bulgaria for years of hard work and commitment.

    Source excerpt

    Tomorrow, Bulgaria joins the euro area. This milestone reflects years of hard work and commitment. Now it means simpler payments, easier travel and so many new opportunities for Bulgarian businesses. Поздравления, България! You can be proud of what you achieved.

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