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Minister Dr. Miroslav Naydenov
High Potential Agriculture Sector Offers Significant Opportunities
Bulgaria’s Ministry of Agriculture is helping to implement the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy, which aims to provide farmers with a reasonable standard of living, … Continue reading
Minister Dr. Stefan Konstantinov
Modernisation of Healthcare System Creating Partnership Opportunities
Solidarity – ensuring that everyone has access to high quality healthcare – is the guiding principle of Bulgaria’s healthcare system. The Ministry of Health … Continue reading
Minister Traycho Traykov
Key Ministry’s Priorities: Energy, Tourism and Innovation
The Ministry of Economy, Energy and Tourism is working hard to ensure Bulgaria’s sustainable development. The tourism industry is a top priority for the … Continue reading
Minister Valeriu Lazar
Moldova Open for Business
Moldova, which has madeimpressive progress in overcoming the effects of the global financial crisis, offers high potential opportunities for foreign investors. According to Valeriu Lazar, Deputy Prime … Continue reading
Minister Veaceslav Negruta
Sound, Stable Financial SectorUnderpinning Economic Growth
Moldova’s financial sector is evolving rapidly, according to Veaceslav Negruta, Minister of Finance. He explains, “We are communicating to the Moldovan people that the government … Continue reading
Minister Dr. Samura Kamara
Dr. Samura Kamara, Minister of Finance, points out that Sierra Leone has received strong support from both international funding organisations and bilateral donors, reflecting global confidence in the country’s future. … Continue reading
President Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma
Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma, the fourth President of Sierra Leone, is leading his country forward through his ambitious Agenda for Change programme. Widely revered for his dedication, fight against corruption, … Continue reading
Minister Dr. Soccoh Kabia
The fisheries sector, once a key source of Sierra Leone’s exports, already accounts for around 10% of the country’s GDP and employs around 500,000 people. Given its exceptional potential, the … Continue reading
Minister Prof. Ogunlade Davidson
The Ministry of Energy and Water Resources is developing ambitious strategies to make sure that Sierra Leone has the power and water services it needs in order to move forward.
Ensuring … Continue reading
Minister Alhaji Minkailu Mansaray
Sierra Leone is known worldwide for its mineral resources, and the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources is working to develop the country’s mining and minerals sector in order … Continue reading
Minister Dr. Richard Konteh
Sierra Leone may not yet be on the radar of many international investors, but that is set to change rapidly once more people become aware of the country’s outstanding potential. … Continue reading
Minister Tigran Davtyan
Ministry of Finance Helping to Foster Knowledge-Based Economy
Tigran Davtyan, Armenia’s Minister of Finance, explains the significant progress Armenia has made in transforming itself from a part of the vast Soviet … Continue reading
Minister Dr. Harutyun Kushkyan
Ministry of Health Spearheading Healthcare Reforms
Armenia’s Ministry of Health is overseeing ambitious reforms of the country’s healthcare sector. The ministry works in partnership with a number of international organisations in … Continue reading
Minister Mauri Pekkarinen
Ministry Keeping Economic Growth on Track
Mauri Pekkarinen, Finland’s Minister of Economic Affairs, is very optimistic about his country’s future in spite of the impact of the global financial crisis. He … Continue reading
Minister Astrid Thors
Bringing Finnish Innovation to New Markets
Finland has opened its doors to European investors and businesses and aims to forge new partnerships with its neighbours. With a population of only 5.3 … Continue reading
Minister Jyrki Katainen
Minister of Finance Calls for Fiscal Consolidation
In November 2010, Standard & Poor’s Rating Services affirmed its AAA long term and A-1+ short term sovereign credit ratings for Finland and noted … Continue reading
Minister Henna Virkkunen
Excellence in Education Helps Give Finland Its Competitive Edge
Finland has earned an outstanding reputation for the quality of its educational institutions, which include 16 universities and 25 polytechnic institutes. The … Continue reading
Minister Paavo Väyrynen
Foreign Trade Minister Cites Finland’s Strong Fundamentals
Finland’s trade based economy has been hit hard by the global economic downturn, but Minister of Foreign Trade and Development Paavo Väyrynen is optimistic … Continue reading
Minister Dejan Židan
Slovenia Producer of Wide Range of Agricultural Products
Slovenia has a long history of agricultural production, in spite of the challenges of the country’s rugged landscapes. Thanks to its diverse collection … Continue reading
Minister Dr. Franc Križanič
Ministry of Finance Aims to Develop Knowledge-Based Economy
Slovenia has developed stringent budgetary policies and is working to strengthen state finances and meet the challenges of the global economic downturn. Dr. … Continue reading
Minister Nedeljko Cubrilovic
Crucial Need to Upgrade Infrastructure
While overcoming the effects of years of war and proving to the international community that it is committed to developing a thriving, corruption free economy, the … Continue reading
Minister Sergei Ignatov
Bringing Educational System Up to International Standards
Bulgaria has been steadily upgrading its educational system since 1989 in spite of a number of challenges, and the government’s Europe 2020 strategy sets … Continue reading
Minister Tsvetan Tsvetanov
Government Determined to Fighting Crime
Bulgaria is now safer than it has been in 20 years thanks to the committed efforts of the current government to fight crime and corruption and … Continue reading
Prime Minister Dr. Vladimir Filat
Economy Achieves Strong GDP Growth in 2010
Moldova’s economy has made great strides forward recently, growing by 6.9% in 2010, and the prospects for 2011 are strong. Vladimir Filat, Moldova’s Prime Minister, explains, “In addition, our … Continue reading
Minister Marcel Raducan
Vast Investment Potential in Regional Development Projects
Moldova’s Ministry of Regional Development andConstructions is establishing and driving forward Moldova’s rural development programmes. As Minister of Regional Development and Constructions Marcel Raducan explains, “The main objective of … Continue reading
Minister Pavel Filip
Ministry Overseeing Effort to Position ICT as Key Economic Driver
The Ministry of Informational Technologies and Communications is involved in all aspects of Moldova’s development, given the increasing importance of ICT to every economic … Continue reading
Minister Iurie Leanca
“Rethink Moldova” Plan WinsStrong International Support
While Moldova remains Europe’s poorest country, itsgovernment is determined to change that through itsambitious “Rethink Moldova” National Development Plan, which aims to ensure sustainable economic … Continue reading
Minister Vasile Bumacov
Agriculture Key Engine of Growth
While other countries may be worried about potential food shortages, Moldova is ready to provide top quality agricultural and food products not only to Moldovans but to consumers in other countries. As … Continue reading
Minister Andrei Usatii
International Partnerships Welcome as Healthcare Development Continues
Major upgrades to Moldova’s healthcare system are underway through ambitious programmes overseen by the Ministry of Health. As Andrei Usatii, Minister of Health, points out, “We are ahead of … Continue reading
Minister Joseph Sam. Sesay
Sierra Leone’s agriculture sector accounts for 46.1% of the country’s GDP, provides employment for around two thirds of the population, and contributes around 25% of Sierra Leone’s exports, even though … Continue reading
Minister Alimamy P. Koroma
Key Ministry Ensuring Significant Infrastructure Upgrades
The Ministry of Works, Housing and Infrastructural Development is ensuring a better quality of life for the people of Sierra Leone. Alimamy P. Koroma, Minister, … Continue reading
Minister I.B. Kargbo
The newly restructured Ministry of Information and Communication has made great progress in helping to bring Sierra Leone up to international standards in its media and information related activities. “We … Continue reading
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan
Prime Minister Working to Ensure Positive Change
Prime Minister, Tigran Sargsyan aims to make sure that Armenia’s development keeps pace with global trends so that the country can serve as a … Continue reading
Minister Armen Gevorgyan
Deputy Prime Minister Encourages Public-Private Partnerships
Armenia has impressively achieved macroeconomic stability and now the government’s goal is to diversify the economy and bring it up to Western European standards. The … Continue reading
Minister Armen Movsissyan
Energy Sector Offers Outstanding Development Potential
Armenia’s energy facilities urgently need modernisation. According to Armen Movsissyan, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the country’s Metsamor nuclear power plant is nearing its … Continue reading
Minister Gurgen Sargsyan
Ensuring Top Quality Infrastructure for Transport
Armenia has placed a high priority on upgrading its infrastructure to support its continued economic growth. Gurgen Sargsyan, Minister of Transport and Communications, explains that … Continue reading
Minister Nerses Yeritsyan
Ministry of Economy Aims to Attract International Investment to Armenia
Armenia’s Ministry of Economy is playing a vital role in helping to coordinate the development of diverse economic sectors and to … Continue reading
Minister Vardan Vardanyan
Urban Development Ministry Building Tomorrow’s Armenia
Armenia’s Ministry of Urban Development plans major investments in construction projects this year which will help revive the construction sector as well as create new … Continue reading
Minister Gerasim Alaverdyan
Agriculture Main Driver of Armenian Economy
The agriculture sector is a mainstay of Armenia’s economy, accounting for around 18% of the country’s GDP during the period 2004 to 2008. Agriculture employs … Continue reading
Prime Minister Ivan Suker
Sound Financial Sector Fundamentals and Outstanding Investment Options
Croatia offers significant investment attractions, particularly because of its high potential tourism and other sectors and because of the government’s incentives to attract … Continue reading
Prime Minister Hashim Thaçi
Prime Minister Highlights Kosovo’s Impressive Progress
Hashim Thaçi, Prime Minister of Kosovo since 2008, discusses Kosovo’s accomplishments since independence and his goals for the country’s future.
How has Kosovo changed since you … Continue reading
Minister Ahmet Shala
Sound Macroeconomic Fundamentals and Lowest Taxes in Europe
Kosovo has made impressive progress since 2008 in achieving economic sustainability, averaging growth rates of 5% in spite of the international financial crisis. … Continue reading
Minister Lutfi Zharku
Trade Ministry Strongly Supporting Private Sector
Kosovo’s Ministry of Trade has made significant progress since 2008 in stimulating the growth of Kosovo’s trade activities. The ministry is currently involved in two … Continue reading
Minister Justina Shiroka-Pula
New Strategies and Laws for Energy and Mining Sectors in Kosovo
The Ministry of Energy and Mining is in the process of restructuring Kosovo’s high potential energy and mining sectors and … Continue reading
Minister Blerand Stavileci
Strategic Plan for Agriculture Sector Already Bearing Fruit
Kosovo’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development has devised an ambitious development strategy for the period 2007 to 2013 that is in … Continue reading
Minister Bujar Bukoshi
Healthcare Sector Improving but More Investment Urgently Needed
Kosovo’s healthcare sector has been the target of significant international funding from the World Bank and other sources, and the people of Kosovo … Continue reading
President Mikheil Saakashvili
Driving Economy Forward Through Reforms
Mikheil Saakashvili, the democratically elected President of Georgia since January 2004, is leading the country’s development of a thriving modern economy. A graduate of New York’s … Continue reading
Minister Kakha Baindurashvili
Consumer, Lender and Investor Confidence on the Rise
Georgia’s financial sector is thriving and offers tremendous growth potential. The sector is dominated by banking, which has been completely private since 1995 … Continue reading
Minister Alexandre Khetaguri
Massive Investment Potential in Hydropower Rich Energy Sector
Georgia has made great strides forward in modernising its energy sector and creating outstanding investment opportunities. Alexandre Khetaguri, Minister of Energy, explains that … Continue reading
Minister Bakur Kvezereli
Ministry Positioning Agriculture as Top Investment Target
Georgia’s Ministry of Agriculture aims to ensure a liberalised, open agriculture sector with significant investment appeal. Bakur Kvezereli, Minister, explains, “We want to increase … Continue reading
Minister Ramaz Nikolaishvili
Massive Infrastructure Projects Open to FDI
The Ministry of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia aims to help bring economic prosperity to every region in the country and to upgrade Georgia’s … Continue reading
