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Ministry of Economy, Investments and Industry and EBRD discuss new draft Public-Private Partnerships Act and specific mechanisms for preparing strategic investment projects Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev held a meeting with representatives of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The talks focused primarily on deepening the […]

The Ministry of Economy, Investments and Industry held a working meeting with representatives of the legislative and executive branches, the business community, consumer protection associations and other stakeholders. The meeting was organised in connection with the new Consumer Credit Act. “Our objective is clear – to strike the right balance and improve the draft legislation […]

The Methodology will be indicative in nature and its application is not envisaged to result in the imposition of sanctions The Ministry of Economy, Investments and Industry held a meeting with stakeholders regarding the draft Methodology for Determining the Fair Value of Basic Food Products, which has been published for public consultation. The meeting was […]

There is strong interest from international research and development centres in Bulgaria Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev held a meeting with the President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria (AmCham Bulgaria), Tommy Ver Elst, and its Chief Executive Officer, Ivan Mihaylov. The meeting discussed opportunities for […]

We are taking concrete steps to diversify the economy We are taking concrete steps to diversify the economy. This is a clear national priority, and it is precisely for this reason that we are seeking new opportunities for economic and investment partnership with countries in Asia and the Middle and Far East. This was stated […]

Our door is always open for frank dialogue. We attach enormous importance to people and to working conditions. This was stated by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev during a working meeting with Plamen Dimitrov, President of the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB), and representatives of […]

Bulgarian and Japanese companies join forces to develop drones Bulgaria is open to Japanese business. We want accelerated industrial cooperation with Japan. This was stated by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev during a meeting with representatives of a Japanese business delegation on an official visit to Bulgaria. The […]

The government programme places a clear focus on investment, reducing the administrative burden and modernising infrastructure “Our administration is close to the people, close to industry and close to the regions. We do not shy away from difficult conversations. We are here, on the ground, to look people and businesses  in the eye and to […]

We Are Preparing a New Draft Public-Private Partnership Act “We are seeing significantly increased interest from our strategic partners. Everyone now views the Black Sea basin as a critical and strategic asset.” This was stated by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev during a meeting with Varna Regional Governor […]

“To protect the national interest and the interests of Bulgarian citizens, under the auspices and strong leadership of Prime Minister Rumen Radev, we achieved two major victories. First, we prevented a collapse and shortages in the country’s fuel market. Second, we prevented a sharp surge in prices for consumers.” This was stated by Deputy Prime […]