Ukraine: public debt up in March 2026

Ukraine continues responsible management of public debt in the conditions of a full-scale war. Thanks to the systematic support of international partners and the balanced debt policy of the Government, the Ministry of Finance ensures a decrease in the cost of debt service, strengthening the financial stability of the state. As of March 31, Ukraine’s…

Bulgaria: employers push to end extended holidays

Bulgaria’s employers’ organization, the Association of Industrial Capital in Bulgaria (AIKB), has taken a firm stance against the current practice of extending public holidays when they fall on weekends, arguing that the system generates significant economic losses and should be reconsidered. According to the group, Bulgaria will observe 12 official public holidays in 2026, all…

Lithuania: small modular reactors feasibility to be evaluated

Lithuania will evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of deploying small modular nuclear reactors, as officials weigh energy security needs against concerns over cost and safety. Representatives of the nuclear energy sector say that building several such reactors could secure a steady supply of relatively low-cost electricity. However, nongovernmental organisations remain sceptical, noting that no…