{"product_id":"9783031879258","title":"Bulgaria in the Global Economy Dynamics, Challenges, and Opportunities","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSocieties and Political Orders in Transition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch1\u003eBulgaria in the Global Economy\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDynamics, Challenges, and Opportunities\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePaskal Zhelev\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolitical Science \/ International Relations \/ Trade \u0026amp; Tariffs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book presents an in-depth analysis of Bulgaria's integration into the global economy, analyzing the evolution, current status, and prospects for the country’s positioning in the ever-complex system of international economic relations. The book provides a comprehensive examination of Bulgaria's economic trajectory from its historical development to its current role in the global economy. Presenting important periods throughout Bulgaria's economic evolution, including the planned economy era and the subsequent transition to a market-oriented system, the work analyzes the profound shifts and challenges faced by the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe book examines the integration into the European Union, assessing both the benefits and risks associated with this pivotal relationship. Furthermore, it investigates Bulgaria's foreign economic partnerships, analyzing its interplay with major actors such as the USA, China, and Russia. Systematically exploring foreign trade in goods and services, participation in global value chains, foreign direct investment trends, and the complex dynamics of international labor migration, the book is based on rich empirical data and comparative analyses with similar economies.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIt addresses emerging trends, with dedicated chapters on green transition, technological advancement, and digital transformation. Finally, the book presents policy implications derived from Bulgaria's experiences and concludes with a forward-looking perspective on enhancing Bulgaria's global economic competitiveness, making it relevant to both academic audiences and policy practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormalCxSpFirst\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePaskal Zhelev\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of International Economics and Politics at the University of National and World Economy (UNWE) in Sofia, Bulgaria. He holds a Ph.D. in International Economic Relations from UNWE and a master's degree in International Finance from the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) in Beijing, China. His academic research spans a diverse range within the field of international political economy, with a focus on regional economic integration, international trade, foreign direct investment, international competitiveness, industrial policy, and the dynamics of emerging economies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormalCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eHe is currently leading a research project on foreign direct investment at the Faculty of International Relations of the University of Economics in Bratislava. His research stays in various countries, including Poland, Austria, Serbia, the USA (through the Fulbright Program), Kazakhstan, China, Slovakia, and Azerbaijan, have provided him with a broad perspective and deep insights into global economic trends and policies across diverse geopolitical landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormalCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn addition to his teaching and research activities, Zhelev is the deputy editor-in-chief of the Bulgarian Journal of International Economics and Politics and a member of the editorial boards of several academic journals. Since 2019, he has been a Board Member of the Association of Economic Universities of South and Eastern Europe and the Black Sea Region (ASECU), actively contributing to regional academic cooperation and policy discussions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 April 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican-Bulgarian Fulbright Commission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9783031879258\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaperback \/ softback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e217\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"American-Bulgarian Fulbright Commission","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51032633213068,"sku":"9783031879258","price":125.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9783031879258.jpg?v=1782485801","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9783031879258","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}