Powers Summit 2025: “POWER, LISTEN!” – The fifth edition of the national forum concluded with a summary of business positions and key highlights from the dialogue with political representatives

During the panels, the political participants presented their views and commented on the approaches they are considering within the scope of their policies and institutional responsibilities.

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The fifth edition of Powers Summit – the independent platform for open dialogue between industry, civil society, and the government, known as the “Bulgarian Davos” – concluded yesterday at Sofia Tech Park. During the forum, the priorities developed by the business community on the country’s key strategic topics were presented, followed by an open discussion with representatives of the parliamentary parties and the executive branch. The authorities “heard” the questions raised, with each thematic discussion including participants from both the legislative and executive branches.

In accordance with the Powers Summit framework, industrial leaders outlined three key priorities in each thematic area – defence and innovation, energy, healthcare, education, and competitiveness. During the panels, the political participants presented their views and commented on the approaches they are considering within the scope of their policies and institutional responsibilities.

Key Highlights from the Discussions at Powers Summit 2025

Defence / Innovation and Cybersecurity
The discussions covered European models for acquiring defence technologies, opportunities for closer industrial cooperation, and the need to develop human capital – essential for innovation and cybersecurity.

Energy
Participants addressed the necessity of creating a national list of critical raw materials, accelerating strategic projects, and improving the transparency of market mechanisms, including access to data and new technological solutions.

Healthcare
The discussion emphasized prevention and early diagnostics, access to treatment, staffing challenges, and the need for consistent policies supporting professional education in the sector.

Education and Competitiveness
The forum highlighted the future of JEREMIE-related funding, the reform of the pension model, financing in education and measures to attract foreign students, as well as the improvement of the regulatory and rating environment.

Forum Participants and Partners
Each year, Powers Summit represents over 80% of Bulgaria’s GDP, with the panel discussions led by the heads of associations that serve as the voice of their respective industries. You can view the full programme and the participants of the Annual Meeting of Powers Summit here: https://www.powersummit.eu/index.php#programa

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