On Saturday, August 10, the Slovenian House in Paris hosted a significant event for Slovenian tourism in conjunction with the Olympic Games. The event was organized by the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) and featured renowned chef Ana Roš. It focused on promoting Slovenia's tourism offerings, particularly active adventures and gastronomy.

In July, all stock indices experienced growth, according to recent data. The SOFIX, a blue-chip benchmark index, rose by 2.31% over the month and has seen an increase of 13.35% since the start of the year. Additionally, the growth market index beamX, which was introduced in September 2023, achieved the highest monthly rise at 2.95%.

Bulgarian Stock Exchange has released its interim report for the second quarter of 2024, dated June 30. The report is available on the Exchange's website under the Investor Relations section and can also be accessed through the financial media platform X3News.

Impulse Growth, an equity investment company, has successfully launched the first issue of warrants on the BEAM SME Growth Market. This marks a significant development for the Bulgarian Stock Exchange as it now provides investors with access to shares, bonds, and warrants.

Next Monday, July 29, the Slovenia House in Paris will host a workshop on Slovenian tourism. The event is organized by the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) and will feature presentations from seven Slovenian tourist destinations and associations to approximately 30 French travel agents and tour operators. This workshop aims to showcase Slovenia's tourism offerings as part of two business events alongside the Olympic Games in Paris. The second event, targeting media, is scheduled for August 10.

The Bulgarian Stock Exchange AD (BSE) has announced details regarding its dividend distribution for the year 2023. The decision was made during the General Meeting of Shareholders on June 18, 2024.

Slovenia is set to host a significant basketball event on August 24, 2024, marking the farewell game of Goran Dragić, a celebrated Slovenian basketball player. The event, named 'I Feel Slovenia Night of the Dragon,' will feature numerous renowned basketball stars and serve as an opportunity to promote Slovenia's tourism and business sectors. The Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) and SPIRIT Slovenia have partnered as national supporters to enhance the event's impact.

Slovenia has achieved notable rankings in the World Economic Forum's 2024 assessment of tourism development, placing 42nd out of 119 countries. The country excelled in several categories, including securing first place in tourism branding and second place in environmental sustainability. Slovenia also ranked 10th for safety, with no reported instances of terrorism or organized crime.

The Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) has been recognized at the InOrbit Awards 2024 for its exceptional work in digital marketing, particularly through its Instagram profile, Feel Slovenia. This accolade highlights STB's efforts to promote Slovenia as a tourist destination via social media. The award ceremony took place on April 10 in Portorož.

On October 27, the winter flight schedule will commence at Ljubljana Airport, remaining in effect until March 29, 2025.

The Tour of Slovenia, a prominent international cycling event, will celebrate its 30th anniversary this year. The Slovenian Tourist Board (STB), in collaboration with the Adria Mobil Cycling Club, has ensured that the race will be broadcast on Eurosport, reaching millions of viewers globally.

Provisional implementation is to remain a unique exception, said EP leaders. Parliamentary oversight will start soon to adopt the EP position before the end of the provisional application.

The government of Albania has annouced plans for launching the first tender for the construction of utility-scale on-shore wind power plants, which will make a major contribution to improve the country’s future energy supply and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

United Bulgarian Bank (UBB) and Fund Manager of Financial Instruments in Bulgaria (FMFIB) signed an agreement for a portfolio guarantee of BGN 128 million.

Statement by the President of the European Parliament David Sassoli and the Head of Parliament's UK Coordination Group David McAllister on the agreement reached on future EU-UK relations.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is strengthening the resilience of the Jordanian economy by providing a loan of up to US$ 30 million to Cairo Amman Bank for on-lending to private businesses in the country.

For next year’s budget, MEPs obtained better support for key EU programmes that create jobs, tackle the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and boost climate action.

During the virtual European Film Awards ceremony in Berlin on Saturday, Another Round, Corpus Christi, and Collective were shortlisted for the LUX Audience Award.

BBC News Ukraine has announced the winners of its 2020 Book of the Year awards, presented in partnership with the Cultural Programme of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are providing additional support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina confronted with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.