In Parliament
Parliamentary work, committees and legislative files.
Standing up for Bulgarian interests
As a Member of the European Parliament, my main mission is to ensure Bulgaria’s voice is heard in key decisions on security and defence, regional development and transport in Europe. I belong to the European People’s Party (EPP) Group.
Committee work
Security and defence
SEDE
Member
Focusing on the EU’s common security and defence policy, military mobility and Europe’s strategic autonomy.
Regional development
REGI
Member
Working on cohesion policy, European funds and reducing economic disparities between Europe’s regions.
Transport and tourism
TRAN
Substitute
Protecting the transport sector, developing trans-European corridors and investing in transport infrastructure.
Key causes and dossiers
Follow the European legislation we are working on to protect Bulgaria’s national interest.
Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) and connectivity
A major success for Bulgaria! We secured the inclusion of key Bulgarian infrastructure projects in the European network. This guarantees billions of euros in European funding for new motorways and railway lines connecting our country with Western Europe.
Motor vehicle emission standards (Euro 7)
We firmly opposed the initial unrealistic requirements, which would have devastated the European automotive industry and made cars unaffordable for ordinary Bulgarians. We achieved a reasonable compromise!
Act in Support of Ammunition Production (ASAP)
Bulgarian factories in the defence industry have been given a historic opportunity. Through this act, we are securing direct European investment to modernise our production capacity and safeguard thousands of jobs in the sector.
The future of cohesion policy after 2027
The battle over the next European budget has begun. My goal as rapporteur is clear: not one euro less for Bulgarian municipalities! Cohesion funds are vital for roads, schools and hospitals in our regions.
Directive on driving licences
We are actively working to protect Bulgarian drivers. We advocate fairer rules for renewing licences and the removal of unnecessary medical tests for older drivers that would disadvantage Bulgarian citizens.
A mechanism to overcome legal and administrative obstacles in a cross-border context
A historic success! As the European Parliament’s lead rapporteur, we secured the adoption of a regulation that will make life easier for millions of Europeans in border regions, including those between Bulgaria and its neighbours, by removing red tape for businesses and citizens.
European Defence Industry Reinforcement through common Procurement Act (EDIRPA)
Bulgaria’s defence industry has enormous potential. Through this act, we are working to ensure that Bulgarian companies have equal access to European funding and joint procurement, bringing new jobs to Bulgaria.