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We are actively working on attracting foreign investors and creating favorable business conditions and supporting export-oriented companies by strengthening trade-economic contacts, the Minister of Economy and Industry Dr. Petko Nikolov said in his speech during the Introductory Seminar for Newly Appointed Representatives of the Diplomatic Corps, organized by the Ministry of Economy and Industry in […]

Bulgaria sees Japan as a strategic partner in Asia. We highly value the development of our bilateral relations and are dedicated to further improving our trade and investment ties. Dr. David Sukalinski, the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, made this statement at the opening of the Bulgarian-Japanese Business Forum. He noted that the event […]

The contribution amount under Article 1 of the Law on Compensation of Consumers for Transportation Costs for September 2024 is BGN 0 (zero). With the enactment in November 2023 of the Law on Compensation of Consumers for Transportation Costs, individuals who produce petroleum products from crude oil originating from or exported by Russia are required […]

The contribution amount under Article 1 of the Law on Compensation of Consumers for Transportation Costs for September 2024 is BGN 0 (zero). With the enactment in November 2023 of the Law on Compensation of Consumers for Transportation Costs, individuals who produce petroleum products from crude oil originating from or exported by Russia are required […]

A proactive state policy towards the main economic sectors combined with low-carbon production, digitalization, and investment encouragement is a crucial condition to overcome the challenges and foster economic growth in line with the interests of the business and society. The Minister of Economy and Industry, Dr. Petko Nikolov, made this statement during a meeting with […]

“Consumers are central to the digital and green transition. Our aim is to ensure they have equal rights both online and offline and feel confident using new digital channels, no matter the retail medium,” said Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Nikolay Pavlov while participating in a meeting with representatives from the member states of […]

The Minister of Economy and Industry, Dr. Petko Nikolov, met with representatives from a Japanese business delegation visiting our country. The meeting revealed that Japanese companies are interested in investing in film production, the IT sector, the food industry, and tourism. The Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Dr. David Sukalinski, also attended the meeting. […]

A new salary increase at the state-owned dairy processing enterprise In line with the commitments made by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Dr. Petko Nikolov, to the LB Bulgaricum production plant staff in Vidin towards improving working conditions and remuneration, the employees of the state-owned dairy processing company received a salary increase for September. […]

The Minister of Economy and Industry, Dr. Petko Nikolov, and the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq, Her Excellency Mrs. Lina Omar, discussed revitalizing bilateral economic cooperation. They discussed opportunities to improve trade relations between the two countries. The dialog to organize a new session of the Bulgarian-Iraqi Intergovernmental Commission for Economic Cooperation, which aims […]

In the first half of 2024, bilateral trade surpassed EUR 2.2 billion. Greece is a key partner for Bulgaria, ranking fourth among our foreign trade partners. This was announced by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Dr. Petko Nikolov, during his speech at the opening of the Bulgarian-Greek business forum held at the Bulgarian Chamber […]