Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
The Vietnamese ambassador discussed with the BCCI the deepening of trade and economic cooperation
The newly appointed Ambassador of Vietnam to Bulgaria, H.E. Mrs. Nguyen Thi Minh Nguyet, met with the Chairman of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) Tsvetan Simeonov. They discussed the possibilities for the development of bilateral trade and economic relations, including the organization of a Bulgarian-Vietnamese forum for economic cooperation.
Bulgarian national revival figures inspire new locomotives of the Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ)
The new locomotives of BDZh will bear the names of famous Bulgarian Revival figures who contributed to the development of rail transport in the country. The initiative is a continuation of a previous project, with each locomotive containing a QR code linked to the respective historical figure.
The Registry Agency optimized its electronic services over the weekend.
The Agency for Entries will perform technical activities to improve information security and the quality of the offered electronic services. As a result, there will be temporary interruptions in the operation of the registers on June 14 and 15, 2025.
Burgas host a public lecture on the benefits of the Eurozone
On June 12, a public lecture organized at the initiative of the Chairman of the Municipal Council - Burgas Mihail Hadjiyanov will be held at the NHK Cultural Center in Burgas. The lecture will be led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ivaylo Mihaylov and will address the economic and social benefits, as well as the challenges associated with Bulgaria's membership in the eurozone.
Repair activities on a key Sofia node are restricting traffic in June.
During the period June 16-28, a gradual restriction of movement will be introduced at the "Botevgradsko Shose" road junction in Sofia, connecting the Sofia ring road and the Northern High-Speed Tangent. Roadway repair activities require the closure of the outer lanes of the right carriageway in two sections of the junction.
Landslides on the Hemus Motorway in Lovech Region impose temporary traffic restrictions
The collapse of slopes continues in a 9-kilometer section of the Hemus motorway towards Varna, in the Lovech region. Traffic will be temporarily restricted and diverted to bypass routes to carry out the necessary repair activities and ensure the safety of travelers.
The expert: The concerns about the euro in Bulgaria are unfounded.
The Chairman of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Tsvetan Simeonov, states that the concerns about the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria are unfounded. He points out that the country meets the criteria for joining the Eurozone and that its economic indicators are better compared to other EU countries that have not adopted the single currency.
Farmers submitted over 62,000 applications for direct payments in 2025.
The 2025 direct payments campaign was completed successfully and on time, without an extension of the application deadline. A total of 62,808 farmers submitted applications, declaring 1,124,689 parcels with a total area of 3,858,429 hectares. The data shows a trend of gradual consolidation of farms, with the greatest interest in interventions related to climate, environment and animal welfare.
An agreement has been reached to complete the Struma Motorway without damaging the Kresna Gorge.
After an active dialogue and signing of agreements between state institutions and environmental organizations, the complaints have been withdrawn and the legal proceedings related to the construction of the last section of the "Struma" Motorway through the Kresna Gorge have been terminated. The reached agreement aims to permanently divert transit traffic outside the gorge, while preserving the I-1 (E79) road for local use.
Expansion of hail protection in Northern Bulgaria with new rocket platforms
The government plans to expand the hail protection system in Northern Bulgaria by building 21 new missile platforms in Pleven region, 4 in Lovech region and 3 in Veliko Tarnovo region. This will provide protection for over 230,000 hectares of agricultural land, complementing the existing system that already covers over 2 million hectares in the country's heavily hail-affected areas.
Limitation of traffic on Struma Motorway for road surface repair
On June 12, traffic will be restricted on the "Struma" motorway at the 1st km in the direction of Blagoevgrad, due to road repair work on the asphalt surface. Traffic will flow in one lane, and drivers are urged to drive carefully and follow the instructions of the temporary signage.
The business and the Consumer Protection Commission are joining efforts for a smooth transition to the euro in Bulgaria.
The Association of Industrial Capital in Bulgaria (BICA) and the Chairperson of the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) Maria Filipova held a meeting to coordinate a national information campaign on the introduction of the euro in the country. The two organizations agreed to actively cooperate to reach all segments of businesses and consumers with timely and accessible information for the smooth transition to the new currency.
The Ruse Danube Bridge will be closed for repairs over the weekend.
Tomorrow, June 12, from 20:00 to 04:00 on June 13, traffic on the Danube Bridge in Ruse will be stopped for urgent repair of the expansion joint in the unrenovated section of the facility. The major repair of the bridge began in July 2024 and is ongoing, with traffic flowing in both directions on the lane where no work is being carried out.
Three-party agreement to support students in hydraulic engineering
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food, "Irrigation Systems" EAD and the University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy signed an agreement for cooperation, aimed at encouraging the training and professional realization of students in the master's program in "Hydraulic Engineering".
The protection of consumers during the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria - a guarantee of stable prices
The Chairman of the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) guarantees that there will be no unjustified price increases during the transition to the euro. The CPC will work closely with other institutions to prevent any unfair market practices. Strict sanctions are envisaged against merchants who abuse the introduction of the single European currency.