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No more forgiveness of debts?

Today, Minister of Finance and SDP leader Igor Mittenovich adressed Skupstina with new economic strategy about solving of debt problems.

Ladies and gentlemen,

Current laws make it possible for many citizens to sit and wait for their electricity and other utilities bills to become outdated and their debts to be forgived. That is now going to change. Third Republic of Dvaistic Serbia is loosing about $16 Millions per year on forgiveness of debts for unpaid bills. But, on the other side, it become clear that we simply can't find that money because taxpayers also do not posses it. So, it is basically fictive money. The fact that it's a fictive money made it easy for Republic in previous period to forgive debts. If budget do not posses such a money, nor does taxpayers, it is then easy to make it legitimate after some period that it money never existed. So, where is problem?

The problem is in psychological effect that forgiveness of debts is creating. Practice of debt forgiveness created psychological effect on taxpayers that they can simply not pay their debts and then to sit and wait for their debts to be forgived after some time, because they do not have money to pay them. We do not create productive society that way, we do not create wealth and opportunity that way, we suspend basics of democracy that way... So, what are we going to do?

Since forgiveness of debts cost Serbia $16 Millions per year, it is logical that our prices of electricity and other utilities are over paying abilities of citizens for exact amount of money - $16 Millions. We in Ministry of Finance asked ourselves simple question: Are taxpayers going to pay bills regularly if we cut prices of utilities for that problematic number that is over their paying abilities? We consulted economists and former Finance Ministers and all of them told us one answer - Yes. This way, we decided to cut prices of electric power, water supplying and other utilities for cumulative amount of $16 Millions, based on proportions that experts would calculate, including the calculation of what social groups have to be included in prices cuts. Since we believe that most problematic taxpayers are poorest ones, we are going to mostly involve them in prices cutting programme.

Simply explaining, Serbia would intervene into process of paying of debts, to make it easier for citizens to pay regularly. Now, opposition is going to ask me what kind of change it is, if Serbia one way or another is loosing $16 Millions per year? One way, we had been loosing that money on forgiveness of debts, and now we are going to loose it on cuts of utility prices. Answer that I had already mentioned is simple - psychological effect. As I said, with debt forgiveness we are going to create ambient of making it possible for citizens to sit and wait for their debts to be forgived because they are not able to pay them in regular time. Now, we are going to make it possible for them to pay regularly with smaller prices of bills. Yes, Serbia is going to "waste" $16 Millions per year any way or other, but I am asking this Skupstina to approve this strategy, because that way we are going to create something that we do not have because of current system that we are now going to change, to create - good ambient for taxpayers. Thank you.

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Novinite - Sofia News Agency

GOVERNMENT FALLS TO VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE, SOCIALISTS TAKE CONTROL

Earlier today, the government of Prime Minister Boyko Borisov was ousted from a vote of no confidence, after weeks of a corruption investigation into the actions of the GERB party and the coalition government. The vote passed with an overwhelming majority, with members of United Patriot bloc turning on the GERB party PM Borisov resigned at 11 am local time this morning, leaving the future of the National Assembly in some balance. The National Assembly is currently controlled by the Bulgarian Socialist Party, acting as interim government before snap elections can be held later this year. Prime Minister Stoian Vrubtchev, son of former Radovonian President Aleksandar Vrubtchev, has expressed a keen interest in the development of the nation, much in the model of his fathers government before him. Whilst he has swayed popular support, there are concerns amongst news agencies that the new administration may attempt to continue the policies of the ill-fated Yugoslav government before them. However, 75% of the population support the change, and only time will tell of it's success.

JUSTICE REFORMS

In recent judicial reforms, the government of Bulgaria has seen it fit to reinstate the death penalty for certain crimes, notably murder, rape and pedophilia, with current inmates having their current sentences revoked and resentenced under the new law. Since the passing of the bill, 155 convicted murderers currently serving sentences in the Lovech labour prison have been removed and sentenced to death by firing squad. The disposal of the bodies has remained classified, with rumours that the deceased were buried in mass graves in the surrounding forests. Humanitarian groups in Bulgaria have taken to the streets to protest the new laws, with Bulgarian officials watching closely.

Chief of Police Dimitar Mitrev claims, "We believe that there are some crimes for which deserve the ultimate penalty. We have seen the process of rehabilitiation fail time and time again in this nation, and the crime rate continues to rise. This new legislation will greatly assist our ability to apprehend and sentence the most notorious criminals in Bulgarian society, and help us clean the streets of Bulgaria."

CONDEMNATION OF POLISH AND UKRAINIAN GOVERNMENTS

Following recent anti-Semitic legislation in Trontasky and Kordic, the President of the Republic of Bulgaria has issued a formal statement about the legislations,

"The news of this legislation and constitutional changes, which effectively removes the rights of Jewish citizens in Poland and Ukraine, is shocking and disgusting, and absolutely unacceptable in this modern day and age. Of all countries to take such a abhorrent stance, I would think that history would've taught the Ukrainian and Polish governments about the dangers of such racially motivated policies. I speak both for myself, as well as the Republic of Bulgaria, in saying that we will not stand by and allow this divisive and barbaric actions to take place in Europe, or anywhere in the world."

The Bulgarian government is preparing possible locations to accept refugees from Poland and Ukraine, and has elected to make it easier for Jewish citizens to gain Bulgarian citizenship should they choose to flee their home countries. The government is currently in discussion about the closing of it's embassies in Poland and Ukraine, as well as the ceasing of diplomatic ties and restriction of travel.

President Jerkov condemns

Today, President Jerkov adressed nation on TV, on matter of anti-semitism in Europe. He said:

My fellow Serbs,

I know that you had no chance to see me in past few weeks on TV, strictly because media ignores the institution of President for some reason. It become practice that media only reports some minor news about me once per month, to inform Serbs that their President is still alive. But, for us the freedom of media and expression are holy words and I am not going to do anything to change the public image about me. I am going to continue to work on large welfare programmes and to invate all prominent journalists on celebrations in presidential residence Bright Hill, and they are probably going to continue to ignore me as they did in previous weeks. But that is not main subject of my adress to nation today.

The shadow of black past is flying over Europe once again. That is a shadow of the anti-semitism. And we should not tolerate that. After consulations with Bulgarian leadership, we decided to do the same as they did in this situation. Serbia would continue to be some kind of sanitary cordone for Jewish refugees. We are going to make it easier for them to become citizens of Serbia. It is our obligation towards our brave history of fighting against holocaust denial and anti-semitism itself. It is our obligation towards our past, because 3 concentration camps were stationed in Serbia during WW2. But, more important, it is our duty towards our future, because we need to teach our children to love, not to hate anyone because of their religion, culture or colour of their skin. That is what we had been doing in previous period and that is what we are going to continue to do. Officialy, in my personnal name and in office of the President of Serbia, I decide to condemn governments of Poland and Ukraine. Furthermore, we call entire Europe once again to stand up and do something against clear fascistic road of new and probably darker pogrom of Jews on European land.

Thank you, and God bless you all.

His Majesty, King Leka II Of the Albanians, addresses the nation

Less than a hundred years ago, my grandfather, King Zogu I, made an issuing statement in regards to those of Jewish decent wanting to leave Germany. He ordered that the Albanian consulate in Berlin immediately issue visas to Jewish refugees allowing them a path to getting away the discrimination and bigotry of the totalitarian government. Upon landing in Albania, these refugees had all the rights they needed to gain citizenship immediately. These people were welcome with open arms to Albania thanks to my grandfather’s heroic acts.

70 years later, the Jewish people across the world are still welcome in Albania. But, as for the rest of Europe, particularly in regards to events in Poland and Ukraine, the Jewish people are starting to see their rights beginning it erode away under the same clout of anti-semitism that has plagued Europe during my grandfather’s reign. Let it be known that the Albanian people have and continue to pursue the same interfaith relations. Albania shall continue, within reason, to be a safe haven for those of different religions to escape persecution.

It is an obligation, a duty, to protect those of different faiths from the same persecution that resulted in millions losing their lives during the Second World War. Albania, unfortunately, was not exempt from the Nazi-Fascist invasion and the Jewish population would suffer the atrocities at their hands. But, it didn’t deter the Christian and Muslim population in Albania to do their duty in protecting their Jewish brethren even during the Nazi occupation of our dear country. Albanians seek only one path in their life, to be an Albanian for it is not one’s faith that is the deciding factor, but how they go about their lives.

For the Jewish populations in Poland and Ukraine, I shall make the same order my grandfather gave to the consulate in Berlin in 1938: Issue visas to all Jewish refugees, and transport them to Albania by any means. Upon arrival, the Jewish refugees shall be permitted to receive Albanian citizenship as they please. If they cannot find a home to stay, then the Foreign Ministry shall happily oblige in granting travel visas to the State of Israel where we hope they’ll find a good home for themselves and their families.

Thank you, and God bless Albania and her people.

The Kremlin, Moscow

Due to the recent actions taken by the governments of Poland and the Ukraine to their Jewish population, Russia will be allowing unlawfully prosecuted Jews to flee to Russia where they will be sheltered from Polish and Ukrainian anti-Semitic views. The people of Russia are appalled that such acts are occurring in the 21st Century, and we demand for it to end now.

As the most recent member of the Commonwealth of Slavic States (CSS), the Ukraine will be receiving a just punishment as to be decided by the Commonwealth Executive Council. For Poland, Russia will be imposing sanctions and urge for states of Europe to do the same. The CSS will also be deciding an action against Poland.

At this current moment, Russia will be opening its border to the Jewish population of the Ukraine and Poland, we request that safe passage is to be granted to these people. The Russian Armed Forces will also be stationed in border crossings to ensure the safety of those who seek refuge. The refusal to allow safe passage will be dealt with immediate consequences.

Polish National News

Judicial Review

The political reforms passed earlier have caused domestic and international and international criticism within three days. In view of this, Congress passed the judicial review, with 300 votes in favor, 40 votes against, and 5 abstentions to withdraw the former political reform. Domestic Jewish groups expressed their welcome to the judicial review. However, some people pointed out that the bill should have not existed in the first place, and accused the government of its inability to prevent the spread of far-right fascism in the country.

The government responded that these judicial re-examinations not only protected Poland's human rights and democracy, but also raised the people's awareness of today's extreme nationalism and strongman politics. ''It seems too extreme that we are targeting Israel actions on Palestinian refugees not Israel itself or the Jewish race.'' Some scholars pointed out that this series of actions is only the government's position and stance of the country itself in order to solve the refugee problem in Israel and Palestine.

President Apologizes For Social Media Hate Speech

President Andrzej Duda, who is currently visiting Spain, has made a fierce criticism against the Jewish race on Facebook. In two days, he has caused fierce criticism at home and abroad. The president held a press conference at 5 pm yesterday, in response to the outside world.He repeatedly apologized for his criticism at the press conference. However, some scholars pointed out that it is undeniable that the rate of support has declined in back in the nation. The President is expected to travel to Barcelona today to continue this national visit to Spain.
 
Trade Deal Signed With Spain

In this national visit, after the negotiations between Poland and Spain, the two sides agreed to negotiate tariffs. Poland agreed to increase the economic investment in Spain to €5.5 Bn by the end of 2018. The news is expected that after the president arrives in Barcelona, Will talk and military issues and other issues.

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Different fractions in lines of Conservatives

Inside the lines of Conservative Party of Serbia (KPS), three lines of politicians are fighting over party leadership. All party activities are hiden from public face and only rumours are coming straightly into the public. But different well-informed sources confirmed that question of party leadership is going to be asked on party plenum after local elections on entire territory of Serbia, in September.

Party bosses do not like to work during summertime, that's why they are going to wait for September, and to ask for confidence voting on same session along with accepting of elections results. - said unnamed source for newspapers "Slobodna reč".

On one side, current party leadership garniture is going to defend own position. Current party leader, general Chaslav Veljkovich, who is old and have planns about retirement is ready to resign, but he clearly needs to know who is going to succed him before he decide to resign. On his side are largest conservative figures of Serbian political scene, from general Marko Stenkovich to Magdalena Tanovich, who are also mostly old people whose best days are far behind this time. It is rare situation on Serbian political scene, but KPS leader Chaslav Veljkovich really undrestands that his ideas are old as much as he is and that spirit of national policy needs "fresh blood". That is why he decided not to run for previous elections, but instead of him to let younger and more perspective David Bojich to run for Prime Minister.

David Bojich is on head of second fraction, mostly supported by old leadership and already mentioned figures to replace current garniture. He is on head of long line of young politicians, like Viktor Obradovich, Boris Nikodsin and Budimir Rakich. They are mostly young and prosperous politicians, in their early-40's. They do not hide their leadership ambitions and macchiavelist opportunism, but while their heads are flying hihgly in the sky of idealism, most other politicians are questioning how strong are they staying with their legs on the ground of realism. Behind them, they have careers on local levels, as heads of many smaller towns in Serbia or managers in different companies and banks, and that is why they believe in good result on local elections in September. They are not foreign faces for local people, and they know how to control crowd in public speeches.

On the third side, there are Krstich brothers. They had been on some of major political positions inside party in the past, and they are some of moste recognisable figures for people. They and their aides have large support, mostly from pensioners, but they are also known for organizing quite large protests in the past. Since there are no major differences in most of areas of politics between fractions, it is hard to predict who is going to lead KPS after plenum in September.

~EL PAÍS in English~

_{Ceremonial Visit Scheduled}

The Royal Palace has released a statement saying that His Majesty King Philip VI and his wife the Queen Letizia will be hosting President Petraeus and the delegation of the United States. This ceremonial visit had been prepared for months according to royal palace staff. This official state visit is to focus on the cultural resemblance that both the U.S and Spain share, such as a shared language. According to a U.S study conducted in 2015, the U.S had surpassed Spain in having more Spanish speakers, however of course Mexico still holds the number one spot for the most of this group. Under President Trump, a survey conducted by EL PAÍS had shown that 7% of Spaniard's approved his leadership. However today under a new administration that number has jumped up to 62%, which may still reflect on past administrations such as the Rumsfeld and Trump administration.

The ceremony will also acknowledge the the profound history between our two countries that dates all the way back to the American revolutionary war. It's notable that Spain did aid the U.S on winning independence by declaring war on Britain and provided financing for the final Siege of Yorktown in 1781 with a collection of gold and silver in Havana, Cuba. It may be seen as an act of revenge for Spain to aid the Americans after since during this time Britain and Spain were at war. It is also to note that under the Bourbon Family Compact with France, which is the ruling family in Spain today, that that the two powers of Spain and France in Europe sought to weaken the British during this time of the American Revolution.

As expected, the Spanish Royal Family is known for their strict rule and protocol on state visits, and it has been stressed that there would be no room for any miscommunication or any mishap of any sort. On arrival the Americans would be greeted to the King and to a Guard of Honor before being in a carriage procession escorted by a large number of mounted soldiers from the Royal Guard. The welcome is accompanied by gun salutes fired from the courtyard in front of the Royal Palace followed by the national anthems of both the U.S and Spain.

This would be the new President's first official state visit to Spain, and it's clear that the royal house wishes to make an impression.

National German Broadcasting Corporation

Defense Budget Increased!

After hours of debating today the German Government increased the defense budget of the Bundeswehr from €41.411 billion to €51.554. This came after reports of soldiers of the Deutsches Heer were using brooms during military trainings!

Chancellor Wolfgang Schäuble just left the airport for a tour!

Chancellor Schäuble just left the airport to visit Pestan. Chancellor Schäuble is expected to arrive in Moscow in 4 hours.

In Pestan, Chancellor Schäuble will meet at the Kremlin with the General Secretary and the Tsar. The Chancellor will stay in Pestan for two days. Chancellor Schäuble will leave Pestan to visit Bolzharia.

In Bulgaria the Chancellor will meet with President Rumen Radev and Prime Minister Boyko Borisov. The Chancellor will stay in Bulgaria for two days. Chancellor Schäuble will leave Bulgaria to visit The Turkish-State

In Turkey the Chancellor will meet with President Meral Aksener and Prime Minister Gökhan Oguz. The Chancellor will stay in Turkey for two days. Chancellor Schäuble will leave Turkey to visit Unitary israel.

In Israel the Chancellor will meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Chancellor will stay in Israel for two days. Chancellor Schäuble will then leave Israel to return home to Berlin.

This today’s news report was brought to you by NGBC. We will have more stories for you tomorrow. Goodnight Germany!