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An innovative research project is being prepared, aimed at developing a product for the prevention of viral and bacterial infections in the field of women’s health The Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Nevena Lazarova, took part in the opening of the 33rd edition of the international specialised exhibitions Mesomania, The Milk Road, Bulpek, Interfood […]

“All products in modern society contain critical raw materials, which is why they are so important.” This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Dontcho Barbalov, at the conference entitled “Defence and Democracy Dialogue: Fortress of Freedom.” The significance of critical raw materials was discussed by experts during the forum, organised by […]

The Minister of Economy and Industry, Peter Dilov, held a meeting with the Vice-President of the European Investment Bank (EIB), Robert de Groot. They discussed the potential for financing projects and initiatives of Bulgarian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The meeting was also attended by Deputy Minister Dontcho Barbalov. During the meeting, the current trends […]

“Our primary objective and ambition is to ensure the uninterrupted continuity of operations at the Burgas refinery, which supplies 80 per cent of the fuels on the Bulgarian market.” This was stated by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Peter Dilov, in the bTV programme “Why, Mr Minister”. “It is of utmost importance for us […]

The Bulgarian stand at the business exhibition was visited by the Prime Minister of Kuwait “The implementation of appropriate mechanisms to promote trade and facilitate market access could significantly increase the bilateral exchange of goods between Bulgaria and Kuwait,”. This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Doncho Barbalov during a meeting […]

The ninth edition of the EU – Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Business Forum is being held in Kuwait It is in Bulgaria’s interest to strengthen cooperation both on a bilateral basis and in view of the EU initiative to elevate relations to the level of strategic partnership with the countries of the GCC. This was […]

Peter Dilov, Minister of Economy and Industry, commented on the entry of the Rheinmetall Group into Bulgaria during the “Panorama” programme on BNT. “It is indeed a highly significant geo-strategic step taken and in the right direction. The signing of the contract for the construction of the two factories is only the first phase of […]

Trade between Bulgaria and Vietnam increased by 15% in the first half of 2025, reaching nearly USD 145 million Opportunities for enhancing bilateral economic relations and encouraging partnerships between Bulgarian and Vietnamese companies were discussed by Minister of Economy and Industry Peter Dilov and Nguyen Hong Dien, Minister of Industry and Trade of the Socialist […]

Bulgaria presented its comments on the OECD Economic Survey of Bulgaria, focusing on stability, a transparent transition to the euro, and sustainable policies. Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry Dontcho Barbalov took part in the Economic Survey of Bulgaria session at the Economic Development Committee of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in […]

The Minister of Economy held meetings in Seoul with the Deputy Ministers of Trade and Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Opportunities for expanding trade and economic relations between Bulgaria and the Republic of Korea, as well as specific initiatives to promote investment and business contacts, were discussed in Seoul by Minister of Economy […]