The World Bank In Bulgaria

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The World Bank In Bulgaria

Bulgaria has undergone a significant transformation over the past three decades. It has transformed from a highly centralized, planned economy to an open, market-based, upper-middle-income economy securely anchored in the EU.

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The World Bank Group and COVID-19

How we are coordinating with partners and supporting countries to manage the global pandemic.

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Bulgaria Office Functioning

In line with COVID-19 precautionary measures, the World Bank Bulgaria office is functioning with staff working from home.

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Analyzing Bulgaria’s Public Spending

Providing analytical and advisory support on how to make the most of public spending on science, technology and innovation.

Bulgaria At-A-Glance

Similar to 2015, GDP grew by 3.4% in 2016, a significant improvement compared to the 2009– 14 period. Exports, supported by strong demand from the EU, expanded at a robust rate and were the key driver of growth. Private consumption continued to improve on the basis of low inflation and favorable labor market conditions. Unemployment declined to a seven-year low.

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Reimbursable Advisory Service

Supporting Efficiency: National Disaster Risk Management System

Strengthening Bulgaria’s existing system for disaster preparedness and response, while recognizing the urgent need to accelerate measures and investments to cope with increasing disaster and climate risks.

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Report

Women, Business and the Law 2019: A Decade of Reform

Sub-National Report

Doing Business in EU 2017: Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania

Strategy Document

Country Partnership Framework

Working Paper

Disaster Risk Profiles: Bulgaria

Bulgaria in Figures

Bulgaria’s economic recovery continued in 2016 and supported improved fiscal performance but the medium-term outlook remains challenging. Stronger growth and improvements in the labor market have contributed to poverty reduction. Further gains in growth, poverty reduction and shared prosperity would hinge on strengthening institutions, boosting the skills and employability of the labor force, and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of public spending. Read more...