Velizar Enchev

Velizar Penkov Enchev (born 7 January 1953) is a Bulgarian politician and journalist, who is a former member of the NFSB. However, he presently sits as an Independent in the National Parliament. Until recently, Enchev frequently appeared as a commentator on SKAT.

Born in Galabovo, but graduating from a high school in the capital of Bulgaria, Enchev studied journalism at Sofia University and worked as a correspondent for the Bulgarian National Television in Yugoslavia between 1987 and 1993. He also holds a doctorate in international law and international relations.

Enchev formerly served as ambassador of Bulgaria to Croatia in the period from 1997 to 2002. He has also taught university courses on Balkan issues at the South-West University.