Yordan Stoichkov

Yordan Stoichkov is a political scientist, analyst, and lecturer at New Bulgarian University (NBU), where he has led courses since 2005. He also serves as a visiting lecturer at Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski'. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Political Sciences at NBU. Stoichkov specializes in Latin American political systems, their foreign policies, and international organizations. He currently teaches the course POLS453: Politics of Sustainable Development.

His research interests focus on democratization processes in Latin America, regional integration, and the evolution of international relations between Latin America and Bulgaria. He has authored several books and articles, including works on electoral systems, civic identity, and regional political dynamics. Key publications include Integracija i regionālizāciya na Latinska Amerika (2011) and Demokrātijata v Latinska Amerika prez XXI vek (2008), both edited volumes discussing modern political trends.

Stoichkov’s academic contributions emphasize the intersection of historical analysis and contemporary political challenges, particularly in Latin America. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical case studies, offering insights into governance, diplomacy, and socio-political transformations.