The Bulgaria-Singapore Business Forum

The SMF is honoured to have the privilege to host the President of the Republic of Bulgaria, H.E. Rumen Radev, together with Ambassador Tanya Dimitrova, Minister of Education and Science Prof. Dr. Galin Tsokov, Minister of Innovation and Growth Mr. Rosen Karadimov, Minister for Tourism Mr Evtim Miloshev, and senior delegates. They were warmly received by SMF leaders Mr. Lennon Tan (President), Mr. Melvin Tan (Vice-President), Mr. Dennis Mark (CEO), and representatives from Association of Small & Medium Enterprises (ASME), Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI), Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SMCCI), Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and Enterprise Singapore (ESG).

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺:
🔹 Welcome and Opening Remarks: Delivered by Mr. Lennon Tan, President of SMF, and H.E. Rumen Radev, President of the Republic of Bulgaria, underscoring the importance of bilateral collaboration.
🔹 Insights into Bulgaria’s Business Landscape: Mr. Krasimir Yakimov, Deputy Minister of Innovation and Growth, highlighted Bulgaria’s role as a strategic gateway to Europe.
🔹 Singapore’s Competitive Advantage: Ms. Emelia Lee from EDB outlined Singapore’s economic transformation, highlighting manufacturing and innovation as cornerstones of its strategy.
🔹 Success Story: Acronis, Mr. Gabriel Lim shared their journey of success in Bulgaria, inspiring more companies to do so.
🔹 Practical Expertise: Hawksford, Mr. Dario Acconci shared key insights into facilitating global business expansion.

The Business Forum, supported by sponsors Acronis and Hawksford, reinforced the importance of Bulgaria-Singapore collaboration and served as a platform to identify opportunities in trade, innovation, and investment.

The SMF extend our deepest appreciation to Honorary Counsul Mr. Lanx Goh, our partners, speakers, and participants for their valuable contributions to this successful event. Together, we continue to strengthen partnerships and promote shared prosperity.

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