Bulgaria in the Eurozone – Perspectives for the Economy and Society
The Swedish-Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite you to an exclusive discussion meeting on the topic: “Bulgaria in the Eurozone – Perspectives for the Economy and Society”
Date: 7 November
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Venue: Grand Hotel Sofia
Keynote Speaker: Mr. Metodi Metodiev, Deputy Minister of Finance of the Republic of Bulgaria
The event will bring together representatives of Nordic and Bulgarian businesses, members of the diplomatic community, and distinguished guests. Among the confirmed participants are His Excellency Pontus Melander, Ambassador of Sweden, Her Excellency Kirsti Pohjankukka, Ambassador of Finland, His Excellency Flemming Stender, Ambassador of Denmark, and Mrs. Venceslava Yanchovska, Consul General of Norway to Bulgaria.
The discussion will focus on the anticipated effects of Bulgaria’s accession to the Eurozone, exploring its impact on macroeconomic stability, the business environment, and the everyday life of citizens.
Spots are limited. Price: 30 BGN / 15.33 EUR for non-members of Swecham. Secure your spot at
Agenda and more details will follow.
Hourly Schedule
PROGRAMME
- 09:30 – 09:35
- Welcome and Opening Remarks
- Mr. Stefan Bengtsson, Chairman of the Swedish-Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce
- 09:35 – 10:00
- Keynote Address
- “Bulgaria in the Eurozone – Macroeconomic and Social Perspectives” Mr. Metodi Metodiev, Deputy Minister of Finance of the Republic of Bulgaria
- 10:00 – 10:15
- Diplomatic Perspectives
- Short remarks by: H.E. Pontus Melander, Ambassador of Sweden H.E. Kirsti Pohjankukka, Ambassador of Finland H.E. Flemming Stender, Ambassador of Denmark Mrs. Venceslava Yanchovska, Consul General of Norway to Bulgaria
- 10:15 – 11:00
- Open Discussion
- Moderated by Ms. Zoya Paunova, Honorable consul of Sweden to Bulgaria and Board member of Swecham Key topics: – Expected impact on Bulgaria’s business climate – Effects on competitiveness and investment environment – Societal implications and everyday life
- 11:00 – 11:10
- Concluding Remarks and Networking
