Ukraine: Economy Minister presents priorities in environmental protection

Constructive collaboration and maintaining a balance between the economy, the agricultural sector and environmental protection are key priorities for the restructured Ministry. This was emphasised by Oleksii Sobolev, Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine, during a working meeting with the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Environmental Policy and Nature Management, chaired by Committee Head…

Ukraine: country will showcase defence technologies at European Defence Innovation Forum

On September 25, the European Defence Innovation Forum (EDIF) will be held in The Hague. The Governments of the Netherlands and Ukraine will combine efforts to expand defence industry cooperation in Europe. The EDIF is bringing together government officials, investors, leading European and Ukrainian defence industry companies, research institutions and startups to promote the development…

Bulgaria: number of new companies increases

Bulgarian business is riding a wave of momentum in the second quarter of 2025, with newly established companies growing by 7.3% – a pace faster than the EU average of 4.6%. According to Eurostat’s latest figures, Bulgaria is emerging as an increasingly dynamic player on the European entrepreneurial map. Yet, alongside this boom, the country…

Ukraine: Denys Shmyhal presents Government Action Plan in defence sector

Minister of Defence Denys Shmyhal, alongside Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and government representatives, presented the Draft Government Action Plan. “Security and defence are among the top priorities. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has set clear tasks in this area, which we will consistently implement,” stated Denys Shmyhal. Key priorities: – At least 50% of funds…