On November 6, 2024, the Danube Region Business Summit, one of the leading economic development events in the Danube Region, was held at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber in Vienna. Its holding in Vienna is no coincidence – Austria is currently the chair of the European Union Initiative for the Danube Region, which gives it a key role in supporting economic and regional cooperation between the countries in the region. The event brought together business, the public sector and institutions, with an emphasis on innovation, sustainability and the creation of a favorable business environment.
The InvestBulgaria Agency (IBA) presented our country with a special stand where we demonstrated our investment opportunities and incentives. Ms. Mila Nenova and representatives of the agency held numerous meetings with potential investors and partners from different countries, focusing on Bulgaria’s strategic location and competitive advantages for business.
The event was opened in an impressive way by two hosts – one of them was the robot Pepper. The organizers used Pepper’s innovative presence to highlight the importance of technology and innovation for economic development and connecting countries in the Danube region.
Pepper captivated the audience with his communication skills and focused on the vision of greater cooperation and unity within the region. Danube Region Business Summit offers a diverse program with inspiring lectures and workshops dedicated to the circular economy, talent retention and sustainable growth. Delegations from Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary and Romania took part in discussions on new opportunities for cooperation and economic integration. The summit continued with networking sessions and thematic panels aimed at deepening economic ties along the Danube Corridor.
IBA strives to establish Bulgaria as a preferred destination for foreign investments, while building strong ties with other countries in the Danube region.

