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Effectively countering the inflationary pressures on food prices is a top priority for our government. We welcome these legislative amendments because they provide the necessary tools for the government and the relevant ministries to wage an effective battle against the skyrocketing prices. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev […]

We will not allow the blocking of the system and inefficient management of the public resources. Our main task is to ensure transparency, effective coordination and restore people’s sense of justice. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev said during a meeting with the heads of the secondary budget spending […]

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Alexander Poulev ordered the temporary suspension of all payments from state-owned companies in the portfolio of the Ministry of Economy, Investments and Industry, as well as the temporary suspension of the conclusion of new contracts and the announcement of public procurement. Exceptions will only be allowed for expenses related […]

The Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander Poulev visited the Institute of Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT) at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski in Sofia Tech Park, where he discussed key issues related to digital transformation, the implementation of artificial intelligence and the role of innovation in increasing the competitiveness of the […]

In 2025, bilateral trade turnover between Bulgaria and North Macedonia reached EUR 1.317 billion. This was announced by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Anton Kostadinov, at the opening of the Bulgarian – Macedonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the accompanying Bulgarian – Macedonian Business Forum. The event brought together more than 80 […]

The mandate of the caretaker government coincided with the onset of global uncertainty, and during this period we worked in close cooperation with employers to identify effective measures in support of businesses. This was stated by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Irina Shtonova, during a meeting of the National Council of the Bulgarian Industrial […]

According to data for 2025, exports of electrical machinery exceeded EUR 2 billion, confirming the sector as a key driver of industrial and technological development. This was stated by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Irina Shtonova, during the opening of the “Electroindustry 2026” business forum, which brought together more than 100 companies from the […]

Tourism is a strategic sector with a direct contribution to economic growth, employment and regional development. In 2025, the sector and its related activities accounted for at least 8% of the country’s gross domestic product. This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Anton Kostadinov, at the anniversary national conference “The Four […]

More than 40 projects with Bulgarian participation are already receiving funding from the European Defence Fund. This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Krasimir Piperkov, during the opening of a national information day dedicated to the European Defence Fund and the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP). He congratulated the Bulgarian winners […]

In 2025, bilateral trade turnover between Turkey and Bulgaria reached a record level of nearly EUR 9 billion. This represents an increase of over 18% compared to the previous year, with Turkey ranking among the leading markets for Bulgarian exports. With these words, the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Anton Kostadinov, opened the seminar […]