Bulgaria Is (Was) Iran's Top Eastern European Trade Partner

Iran Herald · March 24, 2026 Sanctions

Bulgaria stands out as one of Iran's key trading partners within the European Union, particularly among its Eastern European members, according to BGNES. In overall trade with Iran, Bulgaria ranked seventh in 2025, with a total trade volume of 172. 2 million euros, trailing only behind Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, France, Belgium, and Spain.