Bulgaria
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Central Government, Ministries and Agencies
Links related to governmental structure, actions and policies. |
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| Central Government | ||
| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| Bulgarian Government Portal | Access to several government agencies and institutions. | |
| Constitutional Court | Information about the court and a database of decisions from 1991-1998. There is an alternate URL. | |
| Council of Ministers | Biographical sketch of the Prime Minister, various documents and links. | |
| Government Institutions | An official gateway to Bulgarian government sites on the web. | |
| Parliament | History of the institution, profiles of ministers, legislation and more information. | |
| President | News and personal information. Has a mirror site in the US. | |
| Ministries and Agencies | ||
| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| Academy of Sciences | Information about the Academy, membership and the "Fifth Framework Program." | |
| Agency for Bulgarians Abroad | Promotes contact with the Bulgarian "diaspora" community. | |
| Agency for Cadastre | Structure of the agency, documentation and news. | |
| Agency for Energy and Energy Resources | Long-term energy strategy and contact information. | |
| Agency for Energy Efficiency | Responsible for energy management. Presents legislation and information about activities. | |
| Agency for Energy Regulation | Legislative activity regarding energy standards. The English language page is not yet active. | |
| Agency for Insurance Supervision | Licenses supplemental insurance. | |
| Agency for Nuclear Regulation | Responsible for policies on nuclear safety. | |
| Agency for Privatization | Step-by step guide to privatization. | |
| Agency for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises | Facilitates business development. | |
| Agency for Trade Promotion | Implements trade policy. | |
| Commission for Consumer Protection | Includes regulations and reports on consumer issues. | |
| Commission for Coordination of the Activity for Combating Corruption | Anti-Corruption commission. | |
| Commission for Education and Science | General information about the commission and its activities. | |
| Commission for Health Protection | Information on the commission. | |
| Commission for the Protection of Competition | Documents and rules to promote competition. Most information is only in Bulgarian. | |
| Commodity Exchange and State Wholesale Market Committee | Licensing and certification of commodity exchanges. | |
| Communications Regulation Commission | Structure and functions, annual reports and news. | |
| Coordination Center for Information, Communication and Management Technologies | News, documents and useful links. | |
| Drug Agency | Regulates the pharmaceutical industry. | |
| Embassy in Russia | News and consular information. | |
| Embassy in the US | Hear the national anthem and find out about Bulgaria's policies. | |
| Financial Intelligence Agency | Information about the agency. | |
| Financial Supervision Commission | Statistics, publications and other documentation. | |
| Foreign Investment Agency | Foreign investment statistics and other useful information for potential investors. | |
| General Department of Archives | Covers holdings and policies. | |
| Ministry of Agriculture and Mining | Policy on mining and the agro-industry. | |
| Ministry of Culture and Tourism | Provides information about the ministry and cultural events. The English language page is not active. | |
| Ministry of Defense | Press releases, military doctrine as well as information on military reforms. The Military Police also have a site. | |
| Ministry of Economy | Profile of the minister and privatization updates. | |
| Ministry of Education and Science | Structure of the ministry and information on the "Fifth Framework" program. | |
| Ministry of Energy and Energy Resources | An energy strategy policy paper is available. | |
| Ministry of Environment and Water | A searchable site with legislative and policy information. | |
| Ministry of Finance | Financial information, legislation, as well as the structure and history of the Ministry. The Tax Directorate also has a site. | |
| Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Profiles of the minister and office as well as press releases. | |
| Ministry of Health | Ministry programs and plans, a biography of the minister, contact information and the ministry's structure. | |
| Ministry of Industry | Lists and describes the branches of industry in Bulgaria, and their privatization plans. | |
| Ministry of Interior | Profiles of officials, history of the ministry and photographs. | |
| Ministry of Justice | Information about officials, the Ministry and legislation. The English language page is not active. | |
| Ministry of Labor and Social Policy | Describes the Ministry's activities, organizational structure and other information. | |
| Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works | Discusses programs and provides access to documents. | |
| Ministry of Transportation and Communication | News and press releases. | |
| Ministry of Youth and Sports | Legislation and contact information. | |
| National Bank | Legislation, information about the currency and economic statistics. | |
| National Center for Information and Documentation | Associated with the Ministry of the Economy. | |
| National Center of Radiobiology and Radiation Protection | Information about the center and its activities. | |
| National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology | News about the Institute, weather data and other information. | |
| National Science Fund | An independent agency of the Ministry of Science and Education. Provides support for scientific research. | |
| National Statistical Institute | Economic, industry and population data. | |
| Nuclear Regulatory Agency | Covers the agency and its activities. | |
| Patent Office | Information on patent and trademark regulations. | |
| Post Office | Information about the postal system. | |
| State Agency for Metrology and Technical Surveillance | Metrology issues in the legal and scientific areas. | |
| State Auditing Office | Monitors expenditures from the budget and public funds. | |
| State Railways | Watch an amusing train gif. The rest of the site appears to be under construction. | |
Institutes and NGOs
Pages related to non-governmental organizations and institutes in Bulgaria. |
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| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| Access to Information Program | Includes research on information policy. | |
| Anti-Corruption Online | Site sponsored by the International Association of Professional and Business Women in Bulgaria. | |
| Anticorruption Portal | Bulgarian portal site dedicated to corruption and anti-corruption measures and policies in the country. | |
| ARC Fund | Advocates the further expansion of IT in Southeastern Europe. | |
| Balkan Forum | A Bulgarian NGO that encourages positive inter-ethnic relations. | |
| British Council | The Council's Bulgaria page. | |
| Canadian Bulgarian Business Alliance(CBBA) | A business network of small, medium-sized companies and self-employed individuals. | |
| Center for Liberal Studies | A think tank with publications available on-line. | |
| Center for the Study of Democracy | An interdisciplinary public policy institute promoting the development of democracy and civil society. Sponsored by ARc, UNDP and the Soros Foundation. | |
| Delegation of the European Commission | Europe's diplomatic mission. | |
| Helsinki Committee | Bulgarian branch of the human rights organization. | |
| Institute for Legal Development (BILD) | Dedicated to the establishment of a democratic society through IT. | |
| International Association of Professional and Business Women in Bulgaria (APBWB) | Non-profit networking organization that unites, supports and promotes the interests of its members - Bulgarian and international professional and business women. | |
| National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology | News about the Institute, weather data and other information. | |
| Open Society Foundation | The Bulgarian branch of the Soros Foundation's Open Society Institute. | |
| Russian Cultural and Information Center in Sofia | A Russian government center informing locals about Russian news and cultural activities in Bulgaria. | |
| Southeast European Organization Development Network | Based in Bulgaria, SEEOD Network focuses on organizational development and connecting professionals in the field. | |
| Stara Zagora Regional Economic Development Agency (REDA) | Non-profit organization, dedicated to the assistance and support of small and medium sized enterprises in their quest for financial stability. | |
| UNDP | Details United Nations activities in the country. | |
| World Bank | World Bank activities in Bulgaria. | |
Political Parties and Politicians
Links to political parties in Bulgaria. |
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| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| Bulgarian National Alliance | Bulgarian nationalist party. | |
| Bulgarian Radical Democratic Party | History of the party. Party program and membership information | |
| Bulgarian Social Democratic Party | Party platform, membership information and documentation. | |
| Bulgarian Social Democratic Party (BSDP) | Party positions and declarations, information on the elections and other documentation. | |
| Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) | Various documents are available. | |
| Green Party | Environmental party. | |
| Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organization (VMRO) | A party with a violent history. | |
| Movement for Law and Freedom (DPS) | Press releases, information about members of parliament and more. | |
| National Front | Party program and membership information. | |
| National Movement of Simeon II | The former monarch's party. | |
| Social Democratic Party | Party program information. Site is currently offline. | |
| Union of Democratic Forces (SDS) | Press releases, party program and more. The local organization in Novy Pazar has a site. | |
| Union of Free Democrats | Led by Sofia mayor Stefan Sofiyanski. Split from the UDF in December 2001. The site is under construction. | |
| United Democratic Forces (ODS) | Party platform, election coverage and other information. | |
| Politicians | ||
| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| General Sites | ||
| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| Parliamentary Political Parties and Coalitions | Bulgaria Online's profiles of political parties. | |
Regional Sites
Links to specific regions of Bulgaria. |
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| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| Bansko City | The site provides quite a lot of information on several different aspects about the area. | |
| Blagoevgrad City | Blagoevgrad municipal administration and region development. German version under construction. | |
| Blagoevrad Oblast | Information about the region. | |
| Bolyarovo City | Presents a substantial amount of data about the region. | |
| Botevgrad City | Commercial, cultural and other information about the area. | |
| Burgas Oblast | Structure of the local administration and general information about the region. | |
| Chepelare City | Addresses business, culture, tourism and other aspects of the area. | |
| Dmitrovgrad City | Information about all aspects of the region. | |
| Dobrich Oblast | Official site of local government. | |
| Gabrovo City | Covers commerce, culture, sports and more. | |
| Gabrovo Oblast Administration | Official site of the regional administration. | |
| Kazanlak City | Presents a substantial amount of data about the region. | |
| Kerdzhali Oblast | Information about the region and local administration. | |
| Kozloduy City | Commercial, cultural and other information about the area. | |
| Kyustendil Oblast | Official website of the Governor of Kyustendil Region. | |
| LOGIN | Coordinates info on local government development in Bulgaria, Latvia, Russia, Poland, Lithuania, Ukraine and Hungary. | |
| Lovetch City | Information about all aspects of the region. | |
| Pazardjik City | Facts and information about municipality Pazardjik. Best viewed with Microsoft IE. | |
| Pernik City | Presents a substantial amount of data about the region. | |
| Plovdiv City | A discussion of history and politics. | |
| Plovdiv Oblast | Information on the region. | |
| Razgrad City | Commercial, cultural and other information about the area. | |
| Rousse City | Historical and cultural information. English version not currently available. | |
| Ruse Oblast | Official site of the regional governor. | |
| Silistra City | Everything you want to know about the area - population data, cultural and sporting information and more. | |
| Sliven City | Information about all aspects of the region. | |
| Sliven Oblast | Official site of the region. | |
| Smolyan Oblast | Information about the region. | |
| Sofia City | History, business and general information. Encourages investment in the region. | |
| Sofia Oblast | General information about the region. | |
| Troyan City | Commercial, cultural and other information about the area. | |
| Varna City | Covers the local administration, culture and tourism. | |
| Varna Oblast | Historical, cultural and other information about the area. | |
| Veliko Ternovo Oblast | Information about the Oblast and various initiatives. | |
| Yambol Oblast | The official page of the regional administration. The English language page is under construction. | |
| Zhaskovo Oblast | Official site of local government. | |
| Zlatitsa | Discusses history, economics, business and politics. | |
News and Media
Online Bulgarian newspapers, journals, publications and information. |
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| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| BBC | The BBC's Bulgarian service. | |
| Bulgaria Weekly | A newspaper from the Bulgarian community in Chicago. | |
| Bulgarian Internet Television | Watch webcasts from Bulgaria! | |
| Bulgarian National Television | Program listings and some news. The English language page is under construction. | |
| Internet Radio Bulgaria | Listen to on-line news or participate in a chat. | |
| National Radio | News, program listings and other information. | |
| News.bg | Daily on-line news from Bulgaria. | |
| Transitions Online | TOL covers the states of East Central Europe and the former Soviet Union, providing news and analysis with a local angle. | |
Search Engines
Searchable sites with information pertinent to Bulgaria |
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| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| All.bg | Search Engine. | |
| Bulgaria Online | Bulgaria websites, links and news. | |
| Dir.bg | Search Engine. | |
| Hit.bg | Search Engine. | |
| Info.bg | Search Engine. | |
| OmegaKom Plovdiv | Search Engine. | |
| Portal.bg | Search Engine. | |
| Search.bg | Search Engine | |
Miscellaneous Sites
Other related links. |
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| Site | Abstract | Languages |
| All About Bulgaria | Links to sites about Bulgaria. | |
| American Chamber of Commerce | Lobbies for American business interests. Site is under construction. | |
| Association of Commercial Banks | Coordinates advocacy and activities for the banking industry. | |
| Bulgaria Embassy Directory | General information about the country. | |
| Bulgarian Association for Intercountry Adoptions | It is a non-governmental organization, which aim is the protection of abandoned children. | |
| Bulgarian Orthodox Church | Official site of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. | |
| Chamber of Commerce and Industry | Business news and analysis, a list of Chamber members and other commercial information. | |
| Law Library | Access to Bulgarian documents via the US Law Library of Congress. | |
| O Pismeneh | A nicely constructed page by an individual interested in informing the world about Bulgaria. Includes links to sites about history, culture and politics. | |
| Russian Cultural and Information Center in Sofia | A Russian government center informing locals about Russian news and cultural activities in Bulgaria. | |
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