Fewer Than Half of Bulgarians Support the Euro, Campaign Launch Was Delayed, Says PanEuropa Chairwoman

With the start of Cyprus’ presidency of the Council of the European Union on January 1, 2026, Bulgaria officially completed its formal integration into the EU and adopted the single European currency, the euro, Gergana Passy, chairwoman of "PanEuropa Bulgaria", noted during a discussion on the priorities of the Cypriot presidency, BTA reported.

Passy described the Cypriot presidency as “very special” and highlighted the broader significance of this moment for Bulgaria and Europe.

Citing Eurobarometer data, she pointed out that less than 50% of Bulgarians support the euro....