The Bulgarian Minister of Energy has announced a temporary suspension of the order for the expansion of the Chiren underground gas storage facility. This decision will remain in effect until the European Prosecutor’s Office completes its inspection of Bulgartransgaz.
The minister noted that the ongoing investigation involved an auditor from Bulgartransgaz itself. According to Bulgartransgaz, the process of providing information to the European Prosecutor’s Office extended for more than ten hours on August 13.
Minister Vladimir Malinov expressed confidence regarding the inspection, mentioning that a previous audit conducted by the State Financial Inspection Agency found no violations. He also mentioned his plans to meet with the acting Prime Minister, Gorica Grancharova, and stated that he would be willing to accept a ministerial position if offered. (Novinite)