Country profile

Bulgaria is one of the most stable countries in the Balkan region, bordering Romania, Yugoslavia, Macedonia, Greece, Turkey, and the Black Sea.The total population is eight million people, of which 85 percent are ethnic Bulgarians. Around 15 percent of the country’s population comprise different minority groups:slightly greater than 800,000 Turks; a little more than 300,000 Roma; and other groups totaling approximately 100,000, which include Jews, Armenians, Russians, Karakchani, Greeks, and Vlachs.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions