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Bulgaria Commits 5% GDP to New Defense Plan

7/17/2025

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Bulgaria is set to unveil a new National Defence Plan following the NATO Summit, pledging to allocate 5% of its GDP to defense. Prime Minister Zhelyazkov reaffirmed commitment to NATO's deterrence efforts and support for Ukraine, while President Radev stressed the importance of public awareness regarding re-armament. The goal is to bolster military capabilities and infrastructure by 2035.

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Bulgaria is set to unveil a new National Defence Plan following the NATO Summit, pledging to allocate 5% of its GDP to defense. Prime Minister Zhelyazkov reaffirmed commitment to NATO's deterrence efforts and support for Ukraine, while President Radev stressed the importance of public awareness regarding re-armament. The goal is to bolster military capabilities and infrastructure by 2035.