Analysis
In-depth analyses, informed forecasts, and interpretations of important events and trends.
Winter Energy Security: Is Bulgaria Ready for the 2026 Gas Season Without Russian Supplies?
With Russian gas off the table, Bulgaria turns to Azerbaijan, LNG, and interconnectors. But are these alternatives enough for a secure 2026 winter?
Global Water Scarcity: How Climate Change Is Fueling New Conflicts
Water shortages in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa are driving regional tensions and geopolitical risks. Climate change, inequality, and poor governance are at the core.
Working Poor in Bulgaria: Why Over 600,000 People Can’t Make Ends Meet with One Salary
Inflation, low wages, and regional inequalities push hundreds of thousands of working Bulgarians below the poverty line. Can anything change?
Loneliness as an Epidemic: How the "Silent Threat" is Destroying Healthcare Systems Worldwide
WHO declares social isolation a global health priority as healthcare costs increase by billions
Fintech War: The US vs China in the Battle for Digital Currency
While China expands the e-CNY across global markets, the US opts for regulation and private stablecoins. The race for monetary dominance is accelerating.
The Future of BDZ: National Transport Asset or Outdated Monopoly?
Bulgaria’s railway sector faces a crossroads: reform, investment, and the growing pressure of private competition.
A New Generation of Bulgarian Entrepreneurs: Is There a Tech Breakthrough Beyond Sofia?
Are innovation and startup ecosystems emerging in Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas — and what role do EU funds play in their development?
Blockchain and Elections: Is the World Ready for Transparent and Secure Digital Voting?
Digital voting via blockchain promises radical transparency and protection, but can technology overcome distrust and the threat of cyberattacks?
Teacher Shortage in Bulgaria: Temporary Challenge or Systemic Educational Crisis?
The Bulgarian education system is facing a chronic shortage of teachers. A closer look reveals deep structural and regional imbalances behind the statistics.
South China Sea: New Clashes Between the Philippines and China — Where Is the Naval Dynamic Heading?
Escalation between China and the Philippines raises concerns over international law, regional sovereignty, and the growing role of the U.S. and Japan in the Indo-Pacific.
Healthcare Reform in Bulgaria: Can the Electronic Health Record Improve the System?
Digitization enters the healthcare sector, but will the electronic record solve problems with access, security, and efficiency?
The European Union After the EP Elections: Rise of the Far Right or a New Chance for a Pro-European Course?
New power dynamics in the European Parliament: Will populists dominate, or can centrists revive the EU’s political core?
New Strategic Investors in Bulgaria’s Renewable Energy Sector: Genuine Green Revolution or Corporate Expansion?
Foreign energy giants are entering Bulgaria through wind and solar parks. Is this sustainable development or a new form of dependence?
Tech Race Between India and China: A Clash of Digital Models in Asia
India and China face off in a strategic rivalry in AI, mobile networks, and digital sovereignty. Who will dominate Asia’s digital future?
China's biotechnology sector recorded a 60% increase in the Index in 2025.
The biotechnology sector in China is experiencing a significant boom in 2025, with the Hang Seng Biotech Index rising by around 60% in the first half of the year. This growth is attributed to key factors such as the integration of AI technologies in medical research and numerous deals and IPOs, primarily in the field of oncology therapies.