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More than 500 inspections were conducted nationwide in various establishments between 29 May and 1 June 2025 The Consumer Protection Act includes specific requirements regarding the display of prices for goods and services, stipulating that prices must be indicated in Bulgarian lev. However, the legal framework does not explicitly exclude the possibility of additionally displaying […]

The Deputy Minister of Economy attended the opening of a medical equipment factory by a Czech company in Plovdiv. The Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Dontcho Barbalov, took part in the official opening of the new medical equipment manufacturing centre of the Czech company BTL Industries in Plovdiv. The new production facility covers more […]

The Minister of Economy held a meeting with the Vice-President of the European Commission, Teresa Ribera. We are developing a National Industrial Strategy in cooperation with the European Commission and the business sector. The strategy focuses on boosting competitiveness through modernisation, the deployment of zero-emission technologies, energy and resource efficiency, innovation, and the digitalisation of […]

The Deputy Minister of Economy discussed priorities in support of the industrial sector with BASEL. At a working meeting organised in partnership with the Bulgarian Association of Electrical Engineering and Electronics (BASEL), the Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry, Dontcho Barbalov, outlined the key priorities for supporting industry and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in […]

A 2% increase in trade was recorded for the first four months of 2025. The Minister of Economy and Industry, Peter Dilov, met with H.E. Tsovinar Hambardzumyan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia to Bulgaria. The two discussed opportunities to strengthen economic cooperation, intensify trade ties, and expand bilateral trade. Minister Dilov emphasised that Armenia […]

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 […]