Trade relations between Bulgaria and Kosovo have an interesting history and development over the past decades.

HISTORY OF TRADE RELATIONS:
Following the end of the conflict in 1999, Kosovo declared independence in 2008, promptly recognised by Bulgaria, which led to a favourable development in trade relations between the two countries.
Over the past decades, trade relations between Bulgaria and Kosovo have grown. Bulgarian goods such as food products, machinery and equipment, chemical products and textiles have found a substantial market in Kosovo.
Kosovo is also becoming an important trading partner for Bulgaria, offering imports of goods such as mineral resources and metals.

TRADE RELATIONS ANALYSIS:

• Growth potential: trade relations between Bulgaria and Kosovo have growth potential as both countries can offer a variety of goods and services to their markets.
• Trade barriers: despite growing relations, there are various trade barriers, such as tariffs and regulatory restrictions, which may limit the potential for developing trade between the two countries.
• Economic opportunities: Bulgaria has the potential to play the role of Kosovo’s mediator in the European Union and to help establish closer economic links with the EU, thus boosting the country’s economic development.
• European perspective: the integration of Kosovo into the European Union is one of the main objectives, and this could also encourage the development of trade relations between Bulgaria and Kosovo, as Bulgaria is an EU member.

Conclusively, trade relations between Bulgaria and Kosovo are developing and have potential. Removing trade barriers and promoting economic cooperation between the two countries is essential for their prosperity and development.

MISSION AND VISION:
Our mission is to become a key partner for companies and entrepreneurs from Kosovo and Bulgaria by providing comprehensive services to support and develop their business relations. The Chamber will actively work to promote trade and investment between the two countries and to support cooperation in the fields of culture and education.

RKRBCC is committed to supporting the growth of economies and cultural exchanges between the Republic of Kosovo and the Republic of Bulgaria. We believe that the establishment of this Chamber will open new opportunities for business and cooperation between the two countries and contribute to closer ties between our nations.