Bulgaria joined the eurozone on January 1, 2026, becoming its 21st member, a move welcomed by Greece and the EU. Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakis, also the new Eurogroup president, emphasized that this milestone reflects years of reforms and preparation. He expressed Greece’s full support, highlighting that the eurozone’s expansion sends a strong signal of stability for the European economy and strengthens the resilience of the euro area.
