Dimitar Borumov, a political economist from The Hague, is joining The European Times as the author of “Series – Hidden from the Economy,” focusing on overlooked aspects of economic debate, like care, social reproduction, and the environment-economy dynamic.
Borumov earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies at Leiden University, specializing in Middle Eastern Politics and Economics. He completed a Master’s in International Relations with a focus on Global Political Economy at the same university. His academic interests include economies in transition, the political economy of care, social reproduction, and critiques of modern capitalism, particularly at the environment-economy intersection.
In his initial articles, Borumov argues that many sustaining economic forces are seen as “external” until commodified. His first article, “The Economy beyond the Orthodox Understanding,” challenges the notion that “no money – no importance.” The follow-up, “The Environment-Economy Nexus – a Historical Perspective,” examines historical shifts in environmental exploitation.
The series aims to connect everyday realities—care work, ecological limits, uneven development—to key debates on sustainability, inequality, and economic resilience in Europe.
Beyond publishing, Borumov is involved in education about environmental awareness and the ecology-economy relationship. He teaches Bulgarian History, Geography, and Economy at the Bulgarian school “St. St. Cyril and Methodius” in The Hague, cited by Bulgaria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Borumov also participates in interfaith and civic dialogue as a youth leader with BRIDGES – Eastern European Forum for Dialogue, part of the United Religions Initiative.
Borumov’s approach to public issues is encapsulated in his principle: understanding a problem’s roots is essential for sustainable solutions. This method aligns with The European Times’ commitment to making public debates accessible and grounded in reality.
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