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Bulgaria is set to join the euro zone. But its citizens aren't convinced

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86% Informative

Bulgaria is set to become the 21st member of the euro zone.

The eastern European country last week received the sign off to join the bloc from the European Commission and European Central Bank .

Fears of higher prices and a loss of independence have stoked protests against the country's euro ascension.

Economists and experts weigh in on the potential risks, outlining what Bulgaria could lose and gain.

VR Score

89

Informative language

90

Neutral language

65

Article tone

formal

Language

English

Language complexity

68

Offensive language

not offensive

Hate speech

not hateful

Attention-grabbing headline

not detected

Known propaganda techniques

not detected

Time-value

short-lived

Source diversity

2

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