Sofia Economic Forum: Radev opens debate on Bulgaria's first year in the euro zone
The forum's seventh edition brings ministers, ambassadors and business leaders together in Sofia today. The focus: Bulgaria's first year in the euro, energy security and technology.
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The seventh Sofia Economic Forum takes place on Monday, October 26, from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Sofia Balkan hotel. It is organised by the non-profit Delphi Economic Forum. Prime Minister Rumen Radev is due to speak at the opening session. Topics include geopolitical change, European unity, competitiveness and the development of Southeast Europe, with particular attention to Bulgaria's first year in the euro zone.
The euro zone panel features German Ambassador Irene Maria Plank and Panos Mavridis of Postbank. Energy Minister Iva Petrova will discuss security of supply with representatives of Bulgartransgaz and Westinghouse. Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev is to speak on artificial intelligence and Transport Minister Georgi Peev on infrastructure.