110 mediums-sized and large enterprises with a total staff of more than 48,700 have been affected by the coronavirus crisis.
This is indicated by a nationwide survey conducted by the Confederation of Independent TUs in Bulgaria on 11 May. The survey involves 134 enterprises. 12% of the companies have undertaken staff cuts. In 66% of them the staff is on paid leave, in 23% - on unpaid leave. 7% of these companies are planning to resume work fully or partially after 13 May. They are in the processing industry, manufacture of automotive components, energy, clothes manufacturing and water and sewerage.
Most foreign workers in Bulgaria are employed in tourism, construction and transport. This information comes from Atanas Katsarchev, chief economist of the "Podkrepa" trade union, who spoke to BNR. He added that, due to the lack of medical personnel,..
Led by Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov, the Bulgarian delegation is visiting Rome and the Vatican on 22 and 23 May 2025. Traditionally held on the eve of 24 May, the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, the Bulgarian alphabet, enlightenment,..
Bulgaria is represented with its own stand at the 4th China-CEEC Expo & International Consumer Goods Fair, which is being held from May 22 to 25. "The interest of Chinese consumers in Bulgarian products is undeniable. Yogurt,..
Strengthening bilateral economic cooperation between Bulgaria and Italy, participation in joint defense projects and achieving peace in Ukraine were the..
The retirement age should not be changed – this is the position expressed by Social Minister Borislav Gutsanov talking to the Bulgarian National..
Bulgarian virtual influencer Ahinora made her debut in the European Parliament, greeting MEPs. Ahinora is the first Bulgarian avatar, and now an..
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