Industry Priorities for 2026

1

Research and implementation of working models from EU countries (example - the Estonian initiative: Force Transformation Command marks new era for Estonia – Ivo Peets (Exclusive)) for acquiring new technologies appropriate to Bulgarian scale. These can be from Estonia, Austria, Denmark, etc.

2

Industrial cooperation with Bulgarian MANUFACTURERS in acquisition deals in the defense and security sector in Bulgaria. This way, the purchased equipment will effectively, quickly and sustainably develop into combat capability. This involves continuous professional maintenance, supply of various consumables, whether ammunition, power units, parts, etc. This is WORLD practice and that of the Czech Republic, Poland and others.

3

Invest in the entire Human Capital creation chain - technicians, engineers, programmers, on whom competitive production and development depend. People, not administrative structures and related construction works, are decisive for combat capability and innovation.

1

Prevention and Early Diagnosis

  • Strengthening preventive programs for chronic and socially significant diseases.
  • Implementation of early detection systems through screening and digital technologies.
  • Linking prevention with national security strategies.

2

Demographic Challenges and Access to Treatment

  • With the increasing average age of the population, the needs for modern treatment and long-term care are growing.
  • The need to adapt the system to new realities – more resources for chronic diseases and complex therapies.
  • Staffing provision.

3

Critical Shortage of Doctors and Especially Nurses

  • Strategies for retaining staff and encouraging young professionals.
  • Investments in education and qualification.

4

Financing and Sustainability

  • Additional public resources through health insurance revenues or taxes.
  • Goal: reaching average European levels of healthcare financing.
  • Transparency and efficiency in spending funds.

1

Preparation of a national list of critical raw materials and identification of strategic projects of national importance to be implemented under an accelerated administrative procedure.

2

Development of physical and commercial connectivity, including integration of the electricity market in the EU.

3

Transparency and public information for commercial participants from the European systems PICASSO and MARI, as well as transparency regarding the use of batteries in the electricity system (charging, discharging, installed capacities – MW, MWh) both in real time and as a database.

1

JEREMIE Program Funds from the European Investment Fund

  • What happens to them after December 31, 2025?
  • When can we expect a decision to continue the initiative and is there expressed will from the responsible institutions and parliamentary parties?
  • Why are these funds key to the development of the startup ecosystem?

2

Pension Reform and Multi-Funds

  • Why is pension insurance reform imperative and what are the risks if it doesn't happen?
  • What does the introduction of multi-funds mean for insured persons and what benefits does it bring? What are the good international examples that Bulgaria can follow?
  • How is this topic linked to the broader issue of Bulgarian economy competitiveness?

3

Changing Funding Models in Education and Promoting Bulgaria as a Destination for International Students

  • The funding model where money follows the student is not effective. What can replace it?
  • Why is it important to clarify the definitions of different types of higher education institutions and refine the rating system?
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