In line with the recent NATO enlargement AmCham Bulgaria and American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce are pleased to introduce you to the status of modernization of the armies and the reforms in the defense sectors in the SEEuropean countries, as well as the immediate advantages of doing business in the region.

The economic implications of NATO membership are quite clearly seen: expanding production capacities, greater level of safety in business strategic planning, easier access to new technologies, opportunities for research and development, expansion to new makerts.

The enlargement of NATO will definitely affect the defense industry. The sector will need fresh capital, investments and strategic partnerships in order to meet the needs of modern Balkan armies and security systems, which are predetermined by the requirements of NATO membership.

The success of last year's NATO conference determined the regional approach of this year event where participants will have the unique opportunities to meet with the major players in the regional defense industries, top government officials and high-ranking officers from the Balkan armies.

Panel discussions will focus on the Trade and investment opportunities in SEEurope during the first day, and the Regional security within the second conference day, based on following major topics:

• Implementation of NATO defense strategy in NATO member-states;
• NATO transformation and NATO security Investment Program / Financing Defense Projects;
• Challenges of modernization of NATO member armies;
• Defense procurement and offset policy;
• Strategic infrastructure and Regional Security: A Political Overview;
• Business development and Regional Cooperation.

For more details about participation, sponsorship and exhibition opportunities at this event please contact the AmCham Bulgaria office.