Bulgaria's long-awaited reckoning with corruption is finally underway, and President Rumen Radev's leadership will be put to the test. After years of allegations and scandals, Bulgaria's government has launched a major crackdown on corruption, with high-profile officials facing prosecution. As the country's president, Radev has vowed to tackle the endemic corruption that has plagued Bulgaria's politics and economy, but critics are watching to see if he has the will and the power to follow through on his promises. With the European Union breathing down Bulgaria's neck, Radev's ability to prosecute corruption will be a crucial indicator of the country's commitment to reform and its future in the EU.
Bulgaria exposed its corruption. Prosecuting it is Radev’s first test. politico.eu
