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Bulgaria Hosts Second OECD Mission for the Assessment of Corporate Governance “Good corporate governance of state-owned enterprises is a key objective, and the state is making continuous efforts to improve management, increase efficiency, and enhance transparency in the public sector, as a prerequisite for significant economic benefits.” This was stated by Deputy Minister of Economy […]

Project Launched for Regional Centre for Digital Solutions and Innovation at Bozhurishte Industrial Park “The development and modernisation of industrial zones, along with the construction of the necessary infrastructure, are among our top priorities. This is key to attracting new high-tech investments to Bulgaria.” This was stated by Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry […]

“Small and medium-sized enterprises are the driving force behind the green and digital transition in Europe. In today’s dynamic business environment, it is essential for these enterprises to be flexible, innovative, and efficient in order to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth” This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Dontcho Barbalov, […]

“The positive assessment is objective,” stated Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Nevena Lazarova in an interview for BNR, referring to the convergence reports issued by the European Central Bank and the European Commission, which assessed Bulgaria’s readiness to adopt the euro. Among the benefits of introducing the single currency, Lazarova highlighted the stimulation of […]

Our accession to the Eurozone will have a positive impact on living standards, the business environment, and investment. All sectors will benefit from the adoption of the euro, and the purchasing power of Bulgarians will increase. This was stated by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Peter Dilov, during an appearance on BNT’s morning programme […]

“I believe that businesses will take a reasonable approach during the transition to the euro.” This was stated by Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Dontcho Barbalov during an appearance on Nova TV’s programme “Presechna tochka”. The Deputy Minister of Economy assured that state oversight will not become a form of pressure on traders. According […]

Czech investments in Bulgaria total nearly half a billion euros. The Minister of Economy and Industry, Peter Dilov, held a meeting with the leadership of the newly established Bulgarian-Czech Chamber of Commerce. The discussion focused on opportunities to strengthen bilateral economic relations between Bulgaria and the Czech Republic. “In recent years, our economic ties have […]

Regulators have commenced their supervisory activities to prevent any abuse during the introduction of the single currency. This was stated by Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Dontcho Barbalov during one of Bulgaria’s most prominent economic forums, “The Sound of Money” 2025, which brought together representatives of institutions, businesses, the banking sector, and others. During […]

The Minister of Economy held a meeting with the Secretary-General of the OECD, Mr Mathias Cormann. “Bulgaria’s accession to the OECD is a key priority, and all necessary steps have been taken to complete the process. The reforms we are undertaking as part of the accession process will serve as a guarantee for building trust […]

The Minister of Economy took part in the OECD Council’s annual ministerial meeting. The Minister of Economy and Industry, Peter Dilov, participated in the annual meeting of the Council of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) at ministerial level, held in Paris, France. The Minister of Economy is part of the Bulgarian delegation […]