Following recent elections, Bulgaria’s 52nd parliament is taking shape, with “Democratic Bulgaria” emerging as the third-largest parliamentary group. The group will be comprised of 21 representatives, according to reporting from “Darik.” “Progressive Bulgaria” holds the largest number of seats with 131, while GERB-SDS and the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) each have 39 and 21 representatives, respectively.
“Continue the Change” (PP) will hold 16 seats in the upcoming National Assembly, making it the fifth-largest parliamentary group. Only “Vazrazhdane” is expected to have fewer representatives than PP.
The Representatives of “Continue the Change”
- Nikolay Denkov Denkov
- Miroslav Nikolaev Ivanov
- Bogomil Ivanov Petkov
- Ivaylo Valentinov Shotev
- Bogdan Valeriev Bogdanov
- Asen Vaskov Vasilev
- Yordan Ivov Terziyski
- Tatiana Slavova Sultanova – Siveva
- Venko Nikolov Sabrutev
- Stoyu Teodorov Stoev
- Ivo Georgiev Mihailov
- Velislav Velichkov Velichkov
- Boyko Iliev Rashkov
- Marin Mihailov Tihomirov
- Radoslav Stefanov Ribarski
- Aylin Nuridin Pehlivanova
The Representatives of “Democratic Bulgaria”
- Dimitar Georgiev Naydenov
- Pavel Dimirov Popov
- Stella Dimitrova Nikolova
- Kaloyan Toshkov Ivanov
- Lyuben Ivanov Ivanov
- Svilen Petrov Trifonov
- Chilo Lyudmilov Popov
- Yordan Yavorov Ivanov
- Dzipo Nikolov Dzipov
- Nadezhda Georgieva Yordanova
- Bozhidar Plamenov Bozhanov
- Elisaveta Dimitrova Belobradova
- Atanas Petrov Atanasov
- Aleksandra Krasimirova Sterkova
- Ivaylo Nikolaev Mirchev
- Anna Marinova Bodakova
- Martin Dimirov Dimitrov
- Aleksandar Dimirov Simidchiev
- Katya Maksimova Paneva
- Atanas Vladislavov Slavov
- Vladislav Panchev Panev
PP and DB have registered two parliamentary groups, a likely outcome of a coalition council meeting. PP-DB has proposed a parliamentary union for a “Strong Bulgaria in a Strong Europe,” uniting the three formations around shared priorities including the rule of law, fighting corruption, and dismantling the “Borisov-Peevski model.”
According to the formations, public trust requires clear rules, transparency in decision-making, and political accountability. They also agree on the importance of national security, European solidarity, and democratic values, alongside increased productivity, sustainable economic growth, and responsible public finances.
Athanas Atanasov, chairman of DSB, part of “Democratic Bulgaria,” stated that splitting the parliamentary group is a “serious political mistake” that creates risks for Bulgaria’s development. Božidar Božanov, co-chair of “Da, Bulgaria,” affirmed that they and “Da, Bulgaria” had advocated for maintaining unity, and continue to be a “guarantee for the modernization of the country and its European path.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How many representatives will “Progressive Bulgaria” have in the 52nd parliament?
“Progressive Bulgaria” will have 131 representatives, making it the largest parliamentary group in the 52nd parliament.
What is the proposed parliamentary union called?
PP-DB has proposed a parliamentary union for a “Strong Bulgaria in a Strong Europe.”
What priorities do the formations share?
The formations share priorities including the rule of law, fighting corruption, dismantling the “Borisov-Peevski model,” national security, European solidarity, and democratic values.
How might the formation of separate parliamentary groups by PP and DB affect their ability to achieve their legislative goals?
