Bulgaria Joins Eurozone as 21st Member Amid Political Transition

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Bulgaria officially adopted the Euro as its national currency on Thursday, becoming the 21st member of the Eurozone following its entry into the EU in 2007.The Balkan nation replaced its 146-year-old Lev at a fixed exchange rate during celebrations in Sofia, despite currently being managed by an interim government.While central bank governor Dimitar Radev hailed the move as a symbol of belonging, some citizens expressed concern regarding potential price increases and rural accessibility.
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