As Bulgaria prepares to adopt the euro on January 1, public opinion remains sharply divided. In Sofia, prices are already displayed in both the Bulgarian lev and the euro as businesses get ready for the transition.
Supporters of the move say joining the eurozone will further integrate Bulgaria into the European Union and give the country a voice in European Central Bank decision-making. Critics, however, fear rising prices and a decline in living standards.
The video captures scenes from across Sofia, including street views, supermarkets, public transport, and reactions from economists, bankers, and everyday citizens as the country approaches a historic monetary shift.
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