Boyko Borisov Steps Down from Premier Bid, Negotiations for Majority Coalition Intensify
In a surprising turn of events, Boyko Borisov has withdrawn his desire to become the next premier, signaling a shift in Bulgaria’s political landscape. This decision comes amid ongoing talks between Borisov’s GERB party and the "Democratic Bulgaria" and "There Is Such a People" coalitions, hinting at a potential attempt to form a parliamentary majority.
Political analyst Lubomir Stefanov, speaking to the Bulgarian National Radio (BNR), expressed his belief that "We Continue the Change" coalition is more likely to join this majority, given the alternative would be opposing parties they do not favor.
Stefanov noted that while the GERB-Democratic Bulgaria coalition follows a classical "good cop, bad cop" strategy, GERB is likely to play it rationally when forming a majority. So far, communication between the parties remains intact, he confirmed.
The politologist cautioned that negotiations for a second or third mandate are "risky and uncertain," suggesting that President Rumen Radev‘s decision on the chief prosecutor’s appointment could significantly impact the process. "The nuclear option is for the president not to sign or delay the appointment," Stefanov commented.
Stefanov warned that another spiral of scandals could lead to a decline in political interest, likening it to the situation in Lapland. He criticized the recurring "radical savior" scenario, suggesting it could be influenced by external factors if it resurfaces.
In conclusion, Stefanov urged political actors to.stop chasing and counting hypothetical scenarios, advising them to focus on the current challenges at hand, stating, "Things are here, in front of us, now."
