The Minimum Wage Too Low for Employees, Unaffordable for Companies
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Impact of the Minimum Wage Increase on Businesses in Ruse and the Region

In recent years, the topic of the minimum wage (MW) has caused significant discussions among businesses and society in Bulgaria. With the planned increase of 15.41 TP3T in 2025, the remuneration will reach BGN 1,077, which poses a number of challenges for enterprises in the Ruse region and the entire country. Many companies, especially those in labor-intensive sectors, are struggling…

What Products Did Bulgaria Export in 2023 Focus on Russia
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What Products Did Bulgaria Export in 2023: Focus on Ruse

In 2023, Bulgaria's exports fell by 6.51 TP3T, reaching a value of BGN 86.9 billion, according to data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI). Despite this drop, exports are about BGN 18 billion more than in 2021 and have grown by nearly 50% over the last five years. For enterprises in Ruse and the region,...

The Invest in Ruse Initiative Visit to Steiner Elektronik Ltd. and Strengthening of Ties Between Business and Local Government
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Invest in Ruse: Discussion of Future Projects with Steiner Elektronik Ltd

Within the framework of the "Invest in Ruse" initiative, the Deputy Mayor for International Programs and Projects, Investments and Property Zlatomyra Stefanova and the Executive Director of the Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RTIK) Milen Dobrev visited "Steiner Electronic" EOOD. This visit is part of the strategic efforts of Ruse Municipality and RTIK to encourage investments and improve cooperation with leading local enterprises....

Bulgarian Industry in Slow Motion Impact on the Ruse Region
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Bulgarian Industry in Slow Motion: Impact on The Ruse Region

In recent months, the Bulgarian industry has reported a decline in production and exports, the main reason for this being the economic stagnation in Europe, and especially in Germany - a leading partner for many Bulgarian companies. For the Ruse region, which is an industrial center with key sectors such as mechanical engineering, electronics and component manufacturing, these trends also have their impact...

Your opinion matters Take part in the Eurochambres Economic Survey 2025
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Your opinion matters: Take part in the Eurochambres Economic Survey 2025

The Rousse Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pleased to invite all members and business partners to participate in the Eurochambres Economic Survey 2025 (EES2025). This is the 32nd consecutive edition of one of the most significant economic surveys in Europe, organized by Eurochambres - the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry. What is Eurochambres? Eurochambres is an organization that unites chambers of commerce and industry from…

AI Pact: Preparing for the future of AI with the new legal framework
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AI Pact: Preparing for the future of AI with the new legal framework

The Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RTIK) informs its members about the new initiative of the European Commission - AI Pact. This pact is aimed at encouraging and assisting organizations in the preparation and implementation of the requirements of the new AI Act. What is the AI Act? The AI Act is the first-of-its-kind legal framework for artificial intelligence to address the risks,…

Approved project for industrial park LVZ - Ruse according to the Recovery and Sustainability Plan
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Approved project for industrial park LVZ - Ruse according to the Recovery and Sustainability Plan

The Ruse Chamber of Commerce and Industry informs its members and partners about the approved project for the industrial park LVZ - Ruse, which is part of the National Plan for Recovery and Sustainability. The project was ranked first in the procedure for the development of industrial zones and parks and received funding from the Ministry of Innovation and Growth (MIR) in the amount of...

Can creative industries drive the green transition?
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Can creative industries drive the green transition?

Climate change and its effects on all aspects of life on the planet require radical changes in our habits and way of thinking, for which we are not yet fully prepared. The European Green Deal, which aims to transform the EU into a climate-neutral environment by 2050, highlights the need to include the creative industries in these efforts….

Civil society and entrepreneurship
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Civil society and entrepreneurship

In 1989, Bulgaria began its transition to democracy and a market economy, which brought significant changes to the economic and social structure of the country. This transition opened up new opportunities for business development and laid the foundations for entrepreneurship as the main driver of the economy, but at the same time specific problems arose that the economy was not…

Important for business Proposals for changes to the Ordinance on Dual Education
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Important for business: Proposals for changes to the Ordinance on Dual Education

On July 5, 2024, the Ministry of Education and Science published a draft Ordinance amending and supplementing Ordinance No. 1 of 2015 on the terms and conditions for conducting training through work (dual system of training). These changes have significant implications for the business community as they aim to improve the relationship between education…

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