Krasimir Valchev

Minister of Education and Science, Republic of Bulgaria

Krasimir Valchev is a visionary policymaker and reform leader shaping Bulgaria’s education, science, and innovation landscape. He holds a Master’s degree in Public Finance from the University of Economics – Varna and completed advanced training in Budget and Financial Management at Duke University, USA. With over twenty years of experience in public policy and financial governance, he has played a key role in aligning Bulgaria’s education system with the challenges of the 21st century.

Before becoming Minister, Valchev served as Secretary General of the Ministry of Education and Science, where he led large-scale modernization of educational governance and resource allocation. As Minister of Education and Science (2017–2021, reappointed in 2025), he continues to advance policies that foster equitable access, early childhood education, teacher professionalization, and digital transformation at every level of learning.

A strong advocate for linking education with research, technology, and innovation, Minister Valchev champions Bulgaria’s participation in the European Research Area and supports partnerships that connect schools, universities, and businesses to the digital economy. His leadership has helped position Bulgaria as a forward-thinking player in the European education and innovation ecosystem — committed to empowering learners, investing in talent, and building a knowledge-based society.

At the Empowering European EdTech Summit, Minister Valchev will officially open the event, highlighting Bulgaria’s commitment to fostering digital innovation, collaboration, and excellence in education across Europe.