On April 16, 2025 at 3:00 p.m., there will be information event, dedicated to the program EU-Japan and Republic of Korea Business Hub.The initiative, funded by the European Union, aims to help small and medium-sized enterprises from the EU in the sectors ecology, digitalization and healthcare to successfully enter the markets in Japan and South Korea.

The event will take place in hybrid format – present in the building of The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Sofia, 9 Iskar Str., 1st floor, hall B) and online on the ZOOM platform.

What will you learn?

• What opportunities does the program offer for participation in business missions to Japan and South Korea;
• Which companies can benefit from financial support for travel and participation in international exhibitions;
• What are the eligibility criteria and the application process;
• Presentation of upcoming missions:
  • Smart Energy Week Autumn 2025 – Japan (September 15–19, 2025)
  • Semicon Japan 2025 – Japan (December 15–19, 2025)
  • Digital Solutions Korea 2026 – South Korea (February 16–20, 2026)

Who is it suitable for?

The event is aimed at SMEs and start-ups from the EU, working in the following areas:

• Renewable energy and circular economy;
• Semiconductor technologies and manufacturing components;
• Digital solutions, artificial intelligence and automation.

Registration and participation

Participation is for free, but requires advance registration until April 14, 2025
If you need additional information or have any questions, please contact the Directorate "International Cooperation and International Organizations", BCCI at tel.: 02 8117 494, 8117 489 or e-mail: m.markova@bcci.bg.