Human resource management

As the summer season draws near, the issue of staffing in the tourism sector in Bulgaria comes to the forefront once again, with the workforce having to depend on individuals from foreign countries for yet another year. With each passing year, businesses find themselves in the familiar situation of relying on overseas staff to meet the demands of the busy season.

BELGRADE - Serbia's February industrial turnover was up by 11.7 pct relative to the same month of last year, according to figures released by the national statistical office.

Relative to the 2023 average, it was down by 0.9 pct.

By sectors, the mining sector registered a 43.5 pct turnover increase y-o-y, while the manufacturing industry turnover rose by 10.7 pct.

The Bulgarian National Assembly has unanimously voted in favor of a 30% salary increase for military personnel. The decision, backed by a resounding 195 votes, marks a significant milestone in prioritizing the welfare of the armed forces.

Companies in different industries are grappling with growing job vacancies, pointing to difficulties in finding suitable workers, especially skilled personnel, to fulfill positions.

There were more than 330,000 vacant jobs across Türkiye in companies that employ more than 1 worker in the first quarter of 2024, according to a survey by the Turkish Employment Agency (İŞKUR).

Retail commerce turnover in the first quarter of 2024 was disappointing, according to traders' estimates. The market is now pinning its hopes on the Easter period and tourism, although both have a strong seasonal and local character.

For 2023, average gross earnings increased by 8.57%, resulting in an average salary of around €1251

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BELGRADE - Serbia's January industrial turnover was up by 6.9 pct relative to the same month of last year, according to figures released by the national statistical office.

Relative to the 2023 average, it was down by 13.8 pct.

By sectors, the mining sector registered a 12 pct turnover increase y-o-y, while the manufacturing industry turnover rose by 6.7 pct.

The Republic of Serbia paid their salaries, but in Potanska tedionica, due to the decision of the Central Bank of Pristina, there were no dinars.
Sladjana Milenkovi, one of those gathered in front of the Savings Bank, said that she was outraged by the decision of the Pristina authorities, which greatly complicates everyday life.

BELGRADE - Serbia's December 2023 industrial turnover was down by 1.0 pct relative to the same month of the previous year, according to figures released by the national statistical office.

Relative to the 2022 average, it was up by 7.3 pct.

By sectors, the mining sector registered a 1.0 pct turnover decline y-o-y, while the manufacturing industry turnover fell by 1.0 pct.