Maxim Behar: “The vote of no confidence is a chance for the government to present its vision”

Renowned PR expert Maxim Behar was a guest on the morning show Bulgaria On Air, where together with Assoc. Prof. Tatyana Borudzhieva he discussed the start of the new political season and the opposition’s motion for a vote of no confidence against the cabinet of Rosen Zhelyazkov.

Maxim commented that such a vote currently carries no real weight, as the government remains stable and ministers demonstrate solid performance and clear programs. “A vote of no confidence is part of democracy – an opportunity for different opinions to be heard. But rather, it is a chance for the opposition to appear on television than to bring about change,” he said.

According to him, the diversity of parties and positions within the opposition makes it impossible to form a genuine alternative: “There are so many colorful players with different visions – some with no vision at all. They can unite in a debate, but not in a sustainable opposition.”

Maxim stressed that the debates around the vote of no confidence, however, provide the government with an opportunity to present its strategy for the country’s development, especially regarding the adoption of the euro as of January 1, 2026. He emphasized that stable governance is crucial amid international uncertainty: “The world is in complete chaos. If we have a government with a relatively good majority and a clear vision, that is a blessing for Bulgaria.”

He also commented on the preparations for the euro introduction, noting that Bulgaria has in practice long been tied to the European currency: “I don’t expect any disruptions. Bulgaria has been in the euro since 1991 through its peg to the German mark. The most important thing is for the government to keep inflation under control and to balance the economic relations between producers and consumers.”

On the issue of government stability, Maxim stated that he sees no sense in holding early elections: “If there are new elections, the result will be the same. This would mean halting important processes, wasting time, and causing economic chaos.”

In conclusion, Maxim expressed hope for maintaining stable governance at least until the spring of 2026: “Bulgaria needs a government with vision and a clear program, so that the country’s accession to the eurozone is seamless, and citizens feel only its benefits.”