The study of the Institute for Market Economics (IME) presents the social and economic development of Bulgarian districts. The study is based on 58 indicators, divided into eight categories: Economy, Administration and Taxes, Infrastructure, Demography, Education, Healthcare, Environment and Social Environment.
The publication aims to paint as complete a picture as possible, covering both the economic and social aspects of life in the regions. Regions are subjected to overview at the level of administrative districts; this division was determined by the available data. Going down to the municipal level and preparing 264 profiles would not only be an enormous task but also quite impossible since much of the data is either not available or does not make much sense at the municipal level.
The profiles of Bulgaria’s 28 districts cover eight categories, each of which is related to the quality of life and the level of development of those regions.
The analysis of available statistical data, the results of field studies undertaken and the interviews held by the team of the Institute for Market Economics (IME) in each administrative district revealed a very colourful picture of regional development.
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) supported the project. Regional BCCI representatives met the teams of IME in most districts across the country.
The publication can be found on webpage: http://www.regionalprofiles.bg/en/