On October 8th, 2009 in Sofia the issue of the European Times on Bulgaria will be formally launched. The event will take place at The Radisson Blu Grand Hotel for a launch ceremony and reception.

The European Times Representative Ms. Narcisa Ciurariu will announce the official launch of the issue.

The key speakers include:
Mr. Stoyan Stalev – Executive Director InvestBulgaria Agency
Mr. Tsvetan Simeonov – President of the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce
and Industry

As the global financial crises ensues in some of the biggest economies of Western Europe still there is hope for investors and businessmen who are looking for more secure returns on investmentS.  They should come to Latvia. It is clear Latvia already has attracted multinational long- term investors like CEMEX, Neste Latvija, DnB Nord Bank and many others.  However, it is apparent that a significant amount of investment and financial funding from EU structural and cohesion funds will be greatly needed in order to further realize all the development projects for the future growth of the Latvian economy. The European Times, an independent media company, has partnered with Latvia’s key politicians such as Minister Ainars Slesers of Transport, Minister Ivars Eglitis of Health, Minister Martins Roze of Agriculture and just yesterday Prime Minister Ivars Godmanis to produce a high quality report in order to attract investment and acquire more EU funding.

In yesterday’s meeting with Prime Minister Godmanis, business analyst of the EUROPEAN TIMES Aukje Oostendorp and Khayla Banks inquired after the matter of highlighting the Latvian economy in the country investment guide together with the public and private companies. “As the first EU member country having a border with Russia, our economy will continue to offer strong incentives to attract investment so Latvia can be seen as a safe haven based on the great experience and close supervision of the financial market” expressed Prime Minister Godmanis.

This edition of The European Times which features solely Latvia will be distributed at London Heathrow Airport, Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, the EU Parliament in Brussels, and to industry leaders throughout Western Europe; including local distribution facilitated by the Latvian Institute. Latvia’s investment guide by the EUROPEAN TIMES will promote Latvia’s key enterprises, and announce international tenders across the sectors whereby attracting the right investment partners. “Latvia can offer a palette of services however it is important to have a clear dialogue with potential investors will improve the quality and effectiveness of the services in sectors like transit, logistics, food industry, energy, finance and banking and other areas” Prime Minister Godmanis indicated.

The European Times is proud to collaborate with the Cabinet of Ministers, and especially Prime Minister Godmanis as the publication’s priority is to showcase Latvia as an attractive business hub of the Baltic. Latvia gives opportunity to create partnerships, investments, attract clients, bring IT solutions etc. for the key companies who profile themselves together with the political leaders of Latvia. The recurring theme that will be highlighted is: “Latvia to find its place in this rapidly changing global economy”. With the cooperation of the EUROPEAN TIMES this will be attainable.

On September 3, 2008 in Budapest the first issue of the European Times on Hungary was formally launched. On September 11, 2008 Hungary’s elite gathered at the 5 star chic, up- scale Boscolo New York Palace Hotel for a launch ceremony and reception.

The European Times Representative Ms. Banks announced the official launch of the issue. She said: “Our initiatives to promote Hungarian business potential to our targeted readership has been greatly supported by the key political and industry leaders in Hungary to put a spotlight the recent success of the economy and future potential” Her sentiments were echoed by the Publisher of the European Times Mr. Mathieu Cuypers: “Hungary is a stellar example of what has gone right in Eastern Europe’s transition to free market economy.”

The event provided another platform for the country’s political leaders and most formidable business leaders to express their collaborative efforts in pursuit to attract more investment from Western Europe.

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Among the guests at the launch, Dr. Abel Garamhegyi Governor Commissioner voiced his support for the magazine: “We are extremely proud of this report and the initiatives of the European Times. This publication takes an in- depth analysis on the Hungarian economy which can enhance the quality of our international investors.”

Dr. Istvan Forian, the Director Strategy, Regional and International Relations of ITD Hungary stressed “this is a detailed investment guide which will have a long shelf life which will serve as great promotion of Hungarian business and investment potential.”

The representation of Hungary showcases both true Hungarian companies and multinational corporations in order to stress the high level of ease to doing business in Hungary. The country’s key competitive advantages maximize any potential investor’s projects or business ventures.

The ITD Hungary and The European Times wish to express their appreciation towards the participation of the country’s elite at the launch event.

This edition of The European Times, which features solely Hungary, distributed at London Heathrow Airport, Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport and other distribution points; will serve as an investment information guide and promote Hungary’s key enterprises.