Bulgarian Political Storm: GERB MP Challenges PП’s Asen Vasilev for Budget Committee Chair
The first meeting of the budget committee kicked off with a bang today, as GERB MP Delyan Dobrev challenged the suitability of PП’s Asen Vasilev to chair the session. Dobrev argued that Vasilev lacked the necessary moral and professional qualities for the role. Vasilev, however, did not put Dobrev’s proposal to a vote.
In a move that shocked the committee, Dobrev, supported by his Democratic Bulgaria (DB) party colleagues, successfully challenged the agenda. The revised agenda saw the removal of discussions on tax law amendments, which typically precede budget approval. Instead, the committee will now focus on listening to Serving Finance Minister Ludmila Petkova, discussing changes to the VAT law, and debating the so-called "Government of Glavchev" law on revenue collection and expenditure.
Before diving into the new agenda, the committee established its rules of procedure. The meeting continues with Petkova’s presentation, with more details to follow.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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