Every day in Bulgarian history holds a story worth remembering. In this recurring series, On This Day in Bulgaria, we look back at notable events, decisions, and milestones that happened on this date across the country’s history.
July 16, 2006 — A Step Closer to European Security Cooperation
On this day in 2006, Bulgaria acquired active observer status in the Europol Security Committee, a year before its EU accession, deepening its cooperation with European law enforcement bodies on cross-border crime and security matters.
July 16, 2007 — Watching the Skies
A year later, Bulgaria’s National Civil Protection Service unveiled its first aerospace monitoring centre, strengthening the country’s capacity to track and respond to airborne threats and emergencies.
Explore more of Bulgaria’s story on Bronicable, including our Bulgaria From Above series and our guides to the best of Bulgaria.
