The Bulgarian president has signaled that the center-right bloc formed by GERB and the Union of Democratic Forces (SDF) will be entrusted with the task of assembling a government after the early elections, aligning with the party’s status as the electoral winner. The president stated this commitment publicly and indicated that the handover of the first government-building mandate would occur on May 15, inviting the new coalition to proceed with forming a cabinet and addressing the country’s pressing needs. According to the president, this step is meant to set a clear course for the administration and to ensure accountability in the process of government formation.
Critics and observers have noted growing reluctance among political parties to shoulder the responsibility of governing. There is concern that some factions prefer to tie the machinery of government into a provisional, technically staffed administration while avoiding any concrete budgetary commitments. The president described such behavior as irresponsible toward citizens and the state, underscoring the expectation that a stable, funded plan be established as the next government takes shape. The message was clear: the country cannot be left without a functioning budget or a credible program for public services and investments.
Looking back on the parliamentary session since the election, the president observed that legislators have not demonstrated sustained, tangible work in addressing the country’s needs. He also commented on the repeated calls for a new vote, noting that some lawmakers have issued rhetoric about additional elections despite not fully fulfilling their duties to the electorate. In this context, the president stressed the importance of momentum and responsibility, urging the next government to engage constructively with the tasks at hand rather than pursuing political stunts or unnecessary stalls.
Ultimately, the former Bulgarian head of state emphasized that the MPs, once they assume their roles, will be responsible for steering the nation out of the current crisis and guiding the formation of a functional cabinet. The emphasis remained on practical governance, budget clarity, and a plan that can earn public trust and ensure steady administration in the period ahead.