Public trust in the Bulgarian parliament has plummeted to a mere 6%, while only 17% have faith in the current caretaker government, just days before the country heads to the polls for the seventh general election in three years. This alarming lack of trust reflects a growing dissatisfaction among Bulgarians with a political system marked by instability and rapid changes in government.
The upcoming election on October 27 was triggered by inconclusive results from the June 9 elections, where the GERB-SDS coalition emerged as the largest winner but failed to form a government. The latest poll indicates that seven parties are likely to enter parliament, with GERB-SDS leading at 24%, making the formation of a stable government challenging.
The potential for another period of political instability in Bulgaria could also strengthen the popularity of Revival, a pro-Russian far-right party. These uncertain times highlight the urgent need for sustained efforts to address the country’s democratic deficiencies and restore public confidence in the political process.
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