Bulgarian Association of Information Technologies turns 30

The current year 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Bulgarian Association of Information Technologies (BAIT). Speaking to BTA, the chair of BAIT, Irina Radoeva, said that the information technology industry is the fastest growing. More than...

IMF forecasts stronger economic growth for Bulgaria

According to the latest forecasts by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), published in the World Economic Outlook report, Bulgaria's economy is expected to accelerate its growth over the next two years. The IMF forecasts that Bulgaria's gross...

How building permits are issued and illegal construction becomes legal

"The excessive construction along the Black Sea coast should weigh heavily on the conscience of the architects who permitted it. "This is not only a crime against the Penal Code, but also against common sense," emphasises Eng. Kumanov. He adds...

Bulgaria Considers Social Media Ban for Children Under 15 Amid Growing Health Concerns

The ruling party in Bulgaria, GERB, is considering a potential ban on social networks for children under 15, an issue that has recently gained attention in public discourse. The debate was initiated by Education Minister Krasimir Valchev, who...

Bulgaria Shines at EXPO 2025: Over 320,000 Visitors Explore National Pavilion in Osaka

Bulgaria’s presence at EXPO 2025 in Osaka, Japan, has been hailed as a resounding success, with over 320,000 visitors from around the world touring the national pavilion over the six-month exhibition period. Managed by the Bulgarian Small and...

Bulgaria: CPC Reports Food Prices Rising Up to 90% Ahead of Euro Adoption

The Commission for the Protection of Competition (CPC) has reported significant increases in food trade prices in Bulgaria, ranging from 50% to 90%, based on an analysis covering June, July, and August. This was announced by the CPC Chairman,...

Bulgaria Expected to Have Five New Medical Helicopters by End of Year, Says Health Minister

Minister of Health Silvi Kirilov stated that Bulgaria expects to have five new medical helicopters by the end of 2025. The Minister also said that a fourth helicopter would arrive soon with two helicopters currently being in Sliven and one in...

Bulgaria to Introduce National Strategy for Processing, Extractive Industries

Bulgaria will have a national strategy for the processing and extractive industries, said Jeliaz Enev, Economic Policy Director at the Economy and Industry Ministry, during a discussion panel at the Annual Meeting of Local Authorities in the...

Agricultural Land Owners’ Association Opposes Calls for Resignations, Protests and Pressure on Agriculture Ministry Leadership

The Bulgarian Association of Agricultural Land Owners (BAALO) firmly opposes any attempts of interference in the personnel policy and management of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, as well as the practice of pushing for legislative changes...

JOE LYNN TURNER Says His Next Album Will See Him 'Going Back To Very Classy, Well-Produced Material With Modern Production'

In a recent interview with Finland's Southeast Wreckmetal, legendary hard rock singer Joe Lynn Turner (RAINBOW, DEEP PURPLE) was asked if his next studio album will see him reteaming with Swedish producer Peter Tägtgren (HYPOCRISY, PAIN,...

United Bulgarian Bank Raises GDP Growth Forecast for 2025 to 2.9%

United Bulgarian Bank (UBB) has increased its forecast for Bulgaria’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth in 2025 from 2.8% to 2.9%, the bank announced on Tuesday. The forecast remains conservative. The main reason for the revision is the strong...

American Chamber of Commerce Leads Bulgarian Companies to Participate in U.S. Army Defense Conference

The American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria (AmCham) is leading a delegation of representatives from six Bulgarian companies to the United States to attend the Annual International Conference and Exhibition of the Association of the U.S. Army...

Bulgaria's Kozloduy NPP Updates: Sixth Unit Under Maintenance, Eighth Unit Site Expected Approved by Next Autumn

The sixth unit of the Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) is currently undergoing its planned annual maintenance, which has included a temporary shutdown due to an issue with one of its steam generators. According to Tsanko Bachiiski, Chairman of...

Bulgaria and Germany discuss the future “European Sky Shield” system

German foreign minister Johann Wadeful (left) with Bulgarian foregn minister Georg Georgiev Photo: BTA The relations between Bulgaria and Germany are excellent. Germany is among our closest strategic partners. This was stated by Foreign Minister...

Eurozone Membership, Stable Tax Policy to Boost Investment Interest in Bulgaria, Says BCCI President

Maintaining the current tax policy and joining the eurozone are key factors for enhancing the attractiveness of Bulgaria’s economic environment and will contribute to increased investment interest in the country, said Tsvetan Simeonov, President...

InvestBulgaria Agency to Launch Information Platform about Industrial Zones for Investors

In two days, a platform with information on industrial zones will be launched on the website of the InvestBulgaria Agency. The platform will provide comprehensive data about industrial zones across Bulgaria and will be accessible via the website...

Baku hosts 30th Caspian Construction Week

Baku, October 14, AZERTAC The 30th Anniversary Caspian Construction Week has opened at the Baku Expo Center. As one of the leading industry platforms in the region’s construction sector, the event brings together several major international...

Renalfa switches on 260 MWh battery storage system in Bulgaria

Vienna-based independent power producer Renalfa IPP has commissioned the first phase of a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) in Bulgaria. The company has brought online 65 MW/260 MWh of a planned 315 MW/760 MWh battery energy storage...

IPS inaugurates Bulgaria’s first battery storage gigafactory

International Power Supply (IPS) has begun production at its 3 GWh battery factory near Sofia, with plans to expand capacity to 5 GWh by the second quarter of 2026. October 14, 2025 Marija Maisch From ESS News IPS has officially opened its new...

LB Bulgaricum, Meiji's Joint Research Laboratory Expected to Open in First Half of 2026, Says Economy Ministry

A joint-research laboratory of LB Bulgaricum EAD and Meiji is expected to open in the first half of 2026, it transpired during talks between Economy Minister Peter Dilov and Chief Executive Officer of Meiji Holdings Co Katsunari Matsuda at the...