Programme of “The Government of European integration, economical growth and social responsibility”

On 16th August 2005 with the support of the Coalition for Bulgaria, the National Movement Simeon II (NMSS) and the Movement for Rights and Freedom (MRF), the 40th National Assembly elected the Government of the Republic of Bulgaria. The Government was named "Government of European Integration, Economic Growth and Social Responsibility". Its basic priorities laid down in the political document signed by the coalition partners are the following:

• membership of the Republic of Bulgaria in the European Union ;
• raising the productivity and competitiveness of the Bulgarian economy - active policy of drawing closer to the European Union (EU) in respect of the basic parameters presented in the European Union's Growth and Jobs Strategy;
• higher quality of life of the Bulgarian citizens - active social policy tuned to the criteria and achievements of the EU;
• strengthening of Bulgarian national identity;
• in-depth reform of the judicial system;
• active and predictable foreign policy.

The Government programme further develops and specifies these priorities. It attests the resolute determination of the Bulgarian Government that by the end of its mandate in 2009 Bulgaria will be changed - it will not only enjoy membership in the European Union but will also be an active and respected member the European family.

The Governmental programme reflects the balance and the combination of their commitments to the electorate.

Programme of "The Government of European integration, economical growth and social responsibility"