The Department of Regional Development at the University of National and World Economy, in cooperation with the Bulgarian Science Fund, has the pleasure to invite representatives of the academic community, public administration, and professional practice to participate in the International Scientific Conference on the topic:

“An Integrative Approach to Regional Development:
The New Zoning and Bulgaria’s Path to the Eurozone”

Conference Objectives

The main objective of the forum is to discuss the current challenges and opportunities facing regional development in Bulgaria in the context of the new zoning framework and the process of accession to the eurozone. The conference aims to provide a platform for scientific and expert dialogue on integrated policies for territorial development, economic cohesion, and sustainable growth.

Main Thematic Areas

• New zoning and regional policy in Bulgaria
• Economic, social, and territorial aspects of regional development
• Integrative approaches and coordination of sectoral policies
• Bulgaria’s path to the eurozone and its impact on the regions
• Good practices and European experience in regional development

Date and Venue

17–18 February 2026
Start: 9:00 a.m.
Main Conference Hall, UNWE, Sofia

Organisers

• University of National and World Economy (UNWE)
• Bulgarian Science Fund

Participation

The conference is addressed to:

• academic staff and researchers
• doctoral candidates and students
• representatives of central and local public administration
• experts and practitioners in the field of regional development

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