The role of new technologies in defence and the connection with education and industry was in the focus of a round-table discussion at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE) on Thursday. In his opening remarks, Rector Prof. Dimitar Dimitrov said it is particularly important to discuss technology transfer, innovation and defence strategies given the circumstances the world finds itself in and the changing nature of warfare.
The round-table took place under the patronage of Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov.
Dimitrov noted that the kind of cooperation taking place at the conference was not politically motivated. The university had been addressing a wide range of issues for 40 years and provided a suitable platform for discussions bringing experts together, Dimitrov said.
Mihaela Karadimova, Deputy Minister of Economy, Investment and Industry, said that Bulgaria faces the task not only of developing its traditional manufacturing capabilities, but also of creating the conditions for the introduction of new technologies and attracting new investment. She emphasised the link between education and manufacturing. “Research must find practical applications and contribute to industrial solutions,” Karadimova added.
The modernization of the Bulgarian Armed Forces is only as strong as the links between the armed forces, industry and state institutions, said Mira Yosifova, Deputy Minister of Innovation and Digital Transformation. The geopolitical situation and the challenges facing Bulgaria demonstrate the importance of these links, she added. According to Yosifova, the aim is to focus efforts on enhancing the country’s military capabilities.
“We need to think along the following trajectory – drones will become increasingly smaller and more compact,” said Dobroslav Dimitrov, a member of the Advisory Board of the Bulgarian Association of Software Companies. He added that high-end technology was being developed, but it needed to be kept up to date in order to remain genuinely useful. It was also very important for Bulgaria to take responsibility for developing its own technologies. “If we source components from all over the world to create something useful for the Bulgarian armed forces, what would happen if a country were to cut off our access to its components?” Dimitrov asked.
Three characteristics can determine the strategic status of artificial intelligence in defence, Galin Manev, Deputy Commander of the Joint Forces Command, said. The first is dual-use technology. The second is data, which is becoming a strategic resource. Manev identified the speed of the decision-making cycle as the third key factor.
“Various studies are being conducted, along with simulations, training and exercises, to determine the capabilities of the Bulgarian armed forces,” said Major General Zdravko Pehlivanov, Director of the Defence Staff. He added that efforts were currently focused on establishing the quantity of ammunition available to Bulgaria. “We are working hard with our colleagues to ensure that the Bulgarian Armed Forces meet all the requirements,” Pehlivanov added.

Role of New Technologies in Defence and Their Links with Education and Industry Highlighted at Thematic Round-Table Discussion 2026 THE NEWS FROM BULGARIA – NEWS AGENCY 2009-2025 2026-11-12 03:47:00

Latest news World news Country news Most important news latest news most important latest of the day Justice Petar Nizamov Feathers Petar Nizamov- Feathers Justice bg iustitia.bg iustitia iusticia usticia investigation Burgas Bulgaria news news of the last hour news of the day news of today Bulgaria news The news from Bulgaria blitz news top news most important most commented latest news Boyko Borisov news weather coronavirus news news weather facebook youtube facebook instagram news today news of the last minutes news today today news news bg news leading news hot news bg news site for news all news news bg news of the last hour latest latest news bg news of today news today news today news of the last hour latest news today news bg news news 24 hours news vesti bg novini news world bird bg bivol bg bivol trud bg novini latest news today novinite bg news. Bulgaria news, Bulgarian news, news from Bulgaria, latest news Bulgaria, breaking news Bulgaria, Bulgaria today, Bulgarian politics, Bulgarian government. Bulgarian economy, Bulgarian business, Bulgarian society, Bulgarian culture, Bulgarian tourism, Bulgarian sports, Bulgarian media, Bulgarian parliament. Sofia news, Plovdiv news, Varna news, Burgas news, Ruse news, Stara Zagora news, Pleven news, Sliven news. Dobrich news, Shumen news, Pernik news, Haskovo news, Yambol news, Pazardzhik news, Blagoevgrad news, Veliko Tarnovo news. Vratsa news, Gabrovo news, Asenovgrad news, Vidin news, Bulgarian local news, Bulgaria current affairs, Bulgaria breaking news, Bulgaria headlines. Balkan news, Southeast Europe news, Bulgarian international news, Bulgaria world news, Bulgarian elections, Bulgaria events, Bulgaria analysis, Bulgaria updates.Supreme Court Inspectorate Supreme Court Supreme Judicial Council lawyer lawyer criminal cases lawyer civil cases lawyer marriage cases lawyer administrative criminal law criminal process civil law civil process administrative law constitutional law.

BULGARIA NEWS – NEWS AGENCY 2009–2026 2026-11-12 03:47:00