Bulgaria plans to adopt the euro on January 1, having met the necessary criteria for Eurozone membership. The euro is a shared currency established in 1999, and countries must fulfill specific economic requirements to join. Bulgaria has low debt levels and has pegged its currency to the euro since 1999. However, public opinion is divided, with concerns about inflation and misinformation influencing views. While euro membership offers benefits like lower interest rates and easier trade, it also means losing some economic control. Other EU countries have not adopted the euro due to various reasons, including economic stability and public sentiment. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)