Opportunities for Reform: Bulgaria’s New Government

This event is intended to provide insight into the thinking of Bulgarian leaders and highlight opportunity areas for political and economic reform. It will focus on vital topics, such as strengthening the rule of law, promoting economic resilience, combating corruption, and Bulgaria’s new foreign policy outlook.

International Republican Institute 1225 I Street Northwest #800 Washington, DC 20005 July 18, 2023 11:00am – 12:30pm

On June 6, 2023, Bulgaria marked a significant milestone as a new government was formed after a tumultuous period over two years and five elections. This new political landscape undoubtedly presents both windows of opportunity for reforms, but also an array of formidable challenges. Recognizing this pivotal moment, the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) and the International Republican Institute (IRI) are delighted to host an important discussion with senior Bulgarian government and business community representatives.

This event is intended to provide insight into the thinking of Bulgarian leaders and highlight opportunity areas for political and economic reform. It will focus on vital topics, such as strengthening the rule of law, promoting economic resilience, combating corruption, and Bulgaria’s new foreign policy outlook.

Information on how to connect to the event via Zoom will be sent to all registrants closer to the event date.

Speakers

Remarks:

Abdu Alkebsi

MANAGING DIRECTOR FOR PROGRAMS, CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE ENTERPRISE

Panel Discussion:

Assen Vasilev

MINISTER OF FINANCE, REPUBLIC OF BULGARIA

Daniel Mitov

MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT, REPUBLIC OF BULGARIA

Dimitar Bechev

LECTURER AT OXFORD SCHOOL OF GLOBAL AND AREA STUDIES AND A VISITING SCHOLAR AT CARNEGIE EUROPE

Omourtag M. Petkov

CHAIR OF THE RULE OF LAW COMMITTEE, AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN BULGARIA

Moderator:

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