I welcome the positive assessment of the Convergence Reports. This is not a sudden move – it reaffirms that Bulgaria fulfils all the legal and technical criteria for joining the single currency. Eva Maydell (Paunova) #Eurozone

🇧🇬 Bulgaria meets the criteria to adopt the euro as of 1 Jan 2026, say the European Central Bank & European Commission. As European Parliament Rapporteur, I’ll ensure a clear, convincing report. The euro doesn’t make us less Bulgarian, it makes us stronger Europeans. 💶🇪🇺 #Eurozone #Bulgaria #EU

Impressive work by the 🇧🇬 National Bank, Governor Dimitar Radev, and the Association of Banks in Bulgaria in preparing for € accession.  We discussed next steps – especially clear, practical info for citizens & businesses. The 💶 brings new opportunities and investment!

As European Parliament rapporteur on 🇧🇬 Eurozone readiness, I met PM Rossen Jeliazkov to discuss fiscal stability, institutional coordination & upcoming info campaign. European Commission & European Central Bank confirmed Bulgaria meets all criteria – now my task is to secure EP support for this next step. 🇪🇺

Ich bin zutiefst erschüttert über den schrecklichen Anschlag in einer Schule in Graz heute Morgen. Mein tiefes Beileid gilt den Angehörigen der Opfern. Ich bin allen dankbar, die in dieser schwierigen Situation so schnell gehandelt haben und wünsche allen Verletzten eine

We are shocked and heartbroken by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. Our deepest sympathies are with the families and loved ones of the passengers and crew. Europe stands in solidarity with you during this time of profound grief.

Over 12h of meetings at European Parliament today, hearing many voices across political spectrum. The next #EUBudget won’t fix everything, but can show that by working together, we can achieve more - and in many cases more efficiently and cheaper than Member States acting alone.

.Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya & Siarhei together for freedom and democracy in Belarus! ❤️🤍

Pleasure hosting a high-level working dinner for 🇪🇺 business executives with Roberta Metsola , as part of World Economic Forum Leaders for European Growth and Competitiveness. The aim: boosting EU competitiveness through a stronger, more effective public-private sector partnership 🤝

As we mark independence elsewhere, Kyiv continues to endure brutal attacks - for the same values we hold dear. Ukraine is fighting not just for its survival - but for the security and freedom of Europe.

Parliament gave its green light for the adoption of the euro by 🇧🇬Bulgaria on 1st of January 2026 Download clip of the vote and statement of Rapporteur Eva Maydell (Paunova) in EP Plenary: europa.eu/!Ttf3KH

Bulgaria will officially adopt the Euro on 1 January 2026. 🇧🇬🇪🇺 My gratitude to all Bulgarian & European institutions, partners, members of Parliament and everyone whose efforts made this possible! #ECOFIN EU Council

We did it! As of 1.1.2026, Bulgaria will officially adopt the euro.We thank all institutions, partners and everyone whose efforts made this landmark moment possible. The government remains committed to a smooth and effective transition to the euro in the interest of all citizens.

Thank you for your support! 🙏

Ева Майдел ГЕРБ/ЕНП: България е готова! Европа е готова! Нека направим тази крачка заедно! Европейският парламент одобри с огромно мнозинство, 531 гласа "За" доклада на българският евродепутат от ГЕРБ/ЕНП Eva Maydell (Paunova) за приемането на България в €врозоната от 01.01.2026 г.

🇪🇺 European Parliament has overwhelmingly backed my report on Bulgaria’s readiness for the eurozone – a historic moment for both Bulgaria & the EU This marks the final step in Bulgaria’s journey to full EU integration & the fulfilment of a dream shared by generations of Bulgarians 🇧🇬

Thank you, dear Roberta Metsola, for your steadfast support and for being a true friend to Bulgaria as we take this historic step toward the eurozone. 🇪🇺🇧🇬

Thank you, Aurore Lalucq 🇪🇺, for your support! This is a proud moment for Bulgaria and a step forward for Europe! 🇪🇺🇧🇬

Historical step today in #Strasbourg for the #EU : the European Parliament voted today in favour of #Bulgaria joining #Euro from 2026, becoming the 21th country of the euro-zone. 👏 Eva Maydell (Paunova) Поздравления към българския народ!

Bulgaria is ready to join the Eurozone. Europe is ready. Let’s take this step together! Eva Maydell (Paunova) Watch⤵️