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Bulgaria on Track for Eurozone Membership by 2026

4/27/2025

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German Finance Minister Jorg Kukies is hopeful that Bulgaria will join the eurozone by 2026, following productive talks with Bulgarian Finance Minister Temenuzhka Petkova. The IMF backs this timeline, highlighting Bulgaria's strides in meeting essential criteria. Both leaders stress that fiscal responsibility and continued reforms are crucial for a successful transition.

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German Finance Minister Jorg Kukies is hopeful that Bulgaria will join the eurozone by 2026, following productive talks with Bulgarian Finance Minister Temenuzhka Petkova. The IMF backs this timeline, highlighting Bulgaria's strides in meeting essential criteria. Both leaders stress that fiscal responsibility and continued reforms are crucial for a successful transition.