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“Bulgaria was admitted to the EU with clear promises, and now it turns out that Bulgarian citizens have been misled. These things are unacceptable,” said a German MP. Deutsche Welle sums up what else the foreign media write about Borissov and the protests.
An extensive analysis by the prestigious magazine Politico states, among other things: “For years, Bulgaria has avoided the severity with which the EU treats Poland and Hungary, thanks to the fact that Borissov does not wage ideological wars against Brussels and on stage European is always willing to show loyalty to Merkel and the European People’s Party, but his ability to avoid international criticism is fading, and the crisis in Bulgaria is even beginning to cause concern among Merkel’s Christian Democrats, long considered supporters. and Boris party founders. COAT OF ARMS. “
“These things are unacceptable”
Here the publication quotes Günther Krichbaum of the HDZ, chairman of the European Affairs Committee of the Bundestag: “It is clear to me that we have to talk seriously with the Boyko Borissov government without any ‘however’ and ‘if’ (… ) Bulgaria was admitted to the EU on the basis of clear promises and expectations, and now it turns out that Bulgarian citizens have been misled about the fruits they can expect from EU membership. “
The authors of the “Politico” article delve into the reasons for the discontent of the people who took to the streets in Bulgaria: the oligarchic mafia, which took over the judiciary, the media and the secret services. They also focus on allegations of corruption, as well as the government’s attempts to appease protesters through a draft of a new constitution.
The same is said in a long report on German public law radio stations in the ARD system. Andrea Beer’s report is titled: “Strong ego, will to power and paranoid theories. Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov.” At the beginning, it presents a sound image of the Prime Minister’s jeep tours of the roads under construction and her conversations with people. “The message is clear: this man drives not just a motor vehicle, but the whole country: Migrants, a pandemic, a financial crisis, an economic crisis, everything is under control, this is how Borissov teaches people,” he said. journalist.
His report refers to the current protests in the country and the protesters’ demands to resign. Here is what we read there: “They criticize corruption and the excessively careless attitude of the prosecution towards it. The prosecution is considered a reliable ally of corrupt politicians and businessmen.”
Who is Boyko Borisov?
Andrea Beer commented on the personality of the prime minister, but also made some factual errors: “Borisov, 61, may seem a bit ridiculous, but this strong man who has risen to the top has an extraordinary will to power. He is a firefighter from profession, even during communism. ” He held various positions in the Interior Ministry and, among other things, protected former head of state Todor Zhivkov. . “
The author explains that his objective then was to regain the trust of Brussels and fight corruption, because according to this indicator Bulgaria is the worst in the EU. Listeners also learn that Bulgaria is last in terms of press freedom among EU countries, and Bulgarians, both working and retired, have modest incomes.
The role of Tsvetan Tsvetanov
Andrea Beer also gave the floor to Tsvetan Tsvetanov, who spoke about Borisov: “His ego is so strongly expressed that no one but him can be in charge. Everyone feels and recognizes this. But out of fear no one dares to tell the truth. about what’s going on. “Tsvetanov told ARD that since 2014 Borissov has been fighting for only one thing: to stay in power.
According to the former deputy prime minister, Borisov’s proposal for a new constitution is just a waste of time, and the opponents of the government who have taken to the streets are young, well-educated and democratic, Tsvetanov said, expressing his support: “Society he wants judicial reform, media transparency and the fight against corruption. I believe that injustices have increased in society “.
Here the German journalist also makes an ironic comment: “It is Tsvetanov who criticizes corruption, it sounds a bit comical.” And she explains the reasons for the resignation of Tsvetanov, who according to her is a man hardened by scandals and now trying to win over disillusioned GERB voters for his new party.
“Shocking performances”
“As for Boyko Borissov, opponents of the government have long been dissatisfied with his shocking performances,” said the author, reporting on the leaked recordings and photographs. At the end of his report, it was again about the protests against Borissov: “On his posters, the protesters call him ‘pumpkin’.
