The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) officially launched its InvestEU programme in Bulgaria on June 11, marking a major step forward in the country’s transition to a green and sustainable economy. The event brought together financial sector leaders, representative of the EU and senior business executives to highlight the country’s growing momentum in…
Lithuania’s government on June 11 granted permission to bypass public procurement procedures in the acquisition of combat payloads, specifically kamikaze drones and anti-tank mines. According to the resolution prepared by the Defence Ministry these purchases will not be subject to provisions of the Law on Public Procurement in the Fields of Defence and Security. This…
FlixBus is expanding its presence in Southeast Europe this summer with a fresh set of international and seasonal routes. The new offerings link Bulgaria with both Greece and Romania, responding to increased seasonal demand and reinforcing the company’s push for accessible, low-emission travel options across the region. With enhanced connections and flexible schedules, the company…
The Government has decided to secure nearly GBP 1.7 billion from the United Kingdom for the additional procurement of weapons. This was announced by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during a Cabinet meeting on June 11. “With these funds, we plan to acquire Rapid Ranger air defence systems and Marlet lightweight multirole missiles. This will significantly…
The Ministry of Health of Ukraine has launched an updated version of the State Register of Medicinal Products. The updated register includes data on nearly 16,500 medicinal products, analysed and cleaned before migration. The register contains information on medicinal products and pharmaceutical ingredients and enables data exchange with other systems. It is a key tool…
Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev downplayed concerns that adopting the euro would lead to a meaningful or lasting rise in inflation. He emphasized that any price increases would be minor and temporary, noting that Bulgarian and eurozone interest rates were already near neutral levels. Annual inflation hit 4% in March, driven by adjustments…
Bratislava is set to welcome a new addition to its growing fast-food landscape. Croatian chain Koykan, known for its globally inspired menu and commitment to healthier ingredients, is making its debut in Slovakia’s capital with two branches scheduled to open in the Eurovea and Aupark shopping centres. Founded in Zagreb in 2012 by a group…