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European manufacturer of electric cars ready to invest 140 million euros in Bulgaria

Caretaker Economy Minister Kiril Petkov
Photo: BGNES

A European manufacturer of electric cars has expressed interest in investing 140 million euros in Bulgaria. The deal is in its final stages. This was announced at a briefing by the caretaker Minister of Economy Kiril Petkov. 

He also pointed out that the Ministry of Economy has received 602 letters from foreign companies with the intention of investing and cooperating with Bulgaria. Petkov pointed out that these are letters received only for the last 5 weeks. 

The greatest interest is expressed by the United Kingdom, the United States and Germany, as the main areas of interest for investment are the production of medical supplies and equipment, carbon capture systems and high technology.



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