Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has proposed a referendum on whether to adopt the euro in 2026, sparking criticism from the government

Radev has suggested a referendum to gauge public opinion on the adoption of the euro in 2026, which has sparked negative reactions from the government, which accuses the initiative of sabotage. The referendum question will allow for a debate on the pros and cons as the government prepares to introduce the euro in January 2026, subject to the European Commission's approval. Radev stressed the need for a transparent discussion on the impact of euro adoption, given citizens' concerns about inflation and rising prices.