Six countries, including Bulgaria, are at risk of non compliance with the EU fiscal framework in 2026. This is highlighted in the 2026 European Semester Autumn Package, adopted by the European Commission. Another 12 countries are urged to continue implementing fiscal policies in 2026 as planned. Only seven countries are assessed as compliant with the EU budgetary requirements.
Bulgaria and eight other countries have been identified for a deeper analysis based on additional criteria in spring 2026. It will address issues such as low productivity, labor and skills shortages, as well as higher levels of poverty or other social difficulties, according to BNT and investor.bg.
Edited by Ivo IvanovPublished and translated by Kostadin Atanasov
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