Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov held a meeting with a delegation from the US state of Utah, led by Senator J. Stewart Adams, at which the main emphasis was on the opportunities for expanding bilateral trade and mutual investments. The delegation also included representatives of doTERRA International and the "Sterling" Foundation, and from the Bulgarian side were Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev and Health Minister Silvi Kirilov.
Zhelyazkov emphasized the strategic importance of relations with Utah and expressed readiness to deepen cooperation in the fields of trade, innovation and new technologies. "We are open to investments in the field of artificial intelligence and drone production", the Prime Minister said, encouraging the conduct of American trade missions in our country and expecting the organization of a mission from Utah in 2026.
Senator Adams pointed out that Utah's economic priorities - in energy, technology, education and sustainable industry - coincide with those of Bulgaria. "Our cooperation can bring real benefits through the exchange of expertise, investments and joint projects in strategic areas," he said.
Particular attention was paid to the activities of doTERRA International, one of the largest American investors in Bulgaria. The company has invested $15 million in Dobrich, creating 150 jobs, and through the Healing Hands Foundation supports educational and professional initiatives for Bulgarian youth.
Prime Minister Zhelyazkov expressed gratitude to Kirk Jowers, CEO of doTERRA and Honorary Consul of Bulgaria in Utah, for his contribution to the development of friendly and economic ties.
The meeting confirmed Bulgaria's commitment to sustainably expand the partnership with the United States, especially in the technology, innovation and investment sectors.