‘Poland. Bridge to Freedom’ – the Leitmotif for Debates at the Polish House in Davos
This year ’ s lead theme of the Polish House at the World Economic Forum was chosen to accentuate humanitarian aid provided to refugees from Ukraine, while referencing the geostrategic position of Poland as a country connecting economies of the East and West, and a potential foreign investment destination. The Polish House in Davos will welcome Forum attendants to Promenade No. 67 from 17-19 January 2023.
Just like each year during the World Economic Forum, the Polish House in Davos under the auspices of the President of the Republic of Poland Andrzej Duda is designed to - as intended by organisers - to become a platform for debates with a focus on global and regional economic and social developments, and events promoting Polish culture. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State Assets Jacek Sasin will open the Polish House in Davos at the World Economic Forum 2023 in an official ceremony.
Discussions at the Polish House will focus on such topics as the growth potential of Central and Eastern Europe in the context of accelerated technology and innovation development, and issues of cybersecurity, renewable energy, digital economy, space industry, sustainable development, and geopolitical security.
Participants in the debate ‘Why Poland? Taking Advantage of Opportunities During the Transition From Globalisation to Regionalisation’ will address the question of Poland potentially becoming a regional manufacturing and operations hub. They will also highlight practical aspects of investing and running a business in Poland.
Energy-themed issues stand out on the agenda. Polish House organisers attach great importance to deliberations regarding sustainable energy as an outcome of energy security, economic development and environmental protection. During the panel discussion ‘Energy Perspective: Sustainable Development as an Economic Opportunity for Poland’, speakers will respond to the issue of Poland’s options for gaining economic clout in the energy transformation process, with a particular focus on how Poland could learn from others on the road to sustainable development leadership, and whether the country can use its position as a regional digital technologies centre to scale business solutions in sustainable development.
Energy-related matters will be discussed in a broader context as well. The war in Ukraine has destabilised European energy markets: price swings and supply chain turbulence have resulted in energy security issues and economic uncertainty. Energy independence remains a current paramount priority in the context of Europe’s future. Nuclear power may become an essential component of addressing contemporary energy challenges, Polish House organisers claim. Nuclear energy-related issues will be raised during the debate ‘The Pathway to European Energy Sovereignty’, preceded by statement from Polish President Andrzej Duda. Panel speakers will focus on Poland’s energy strategy and investing in nuclear power infrastructure. Debate participants will attempt to address the following questions: How can Europe achieve energy independence? Will Polish nuclear power ambitions delineate a roadmap warranting European economic stability? How fast and on what scale should new solutions be implemented?
The Polish pavilion will also host an economic crisis-centred debate, with participants discussing the following issues: What should we do differently, especially to prevent high inflation rates? What are our scenarios for the future? What kind of economic policies should Europe, the United States and others across the world adopt to abate crises and reset the course of swift, fair, and ecological growth?
Visitors to the Polish House will ponder Ukraine’s future as well. While the perspective of raising the country from post-war destruction seems distant, past experience suggests that the success of the recovery process requires the proper preparation. The prospect of recovery for a state affected by destructive warfare is in itself an intricate challenge, requiring unprecedented collaboration, vast resources and extraordinary leadership. Participants in the debate ‘Rebuilding Ukraine. Mapping out the Needs of the Ukrainian Business Sector’ will focus on how western countries can join the post-war recovery effort, particularly in terms of responding to local business needs.
The DGP House will welcome Forum attendants to Promenade No. 118 in Davos from 17 to 20 January 2023
Dziennik Gazeta Prawna, or DGP daily, will be welcoming World Economic Forum guests at DGP House, which is located close to the main conference building on the Promenade - main street in Davos. Dziennik Gazeta Prawna will thus be joining the world’s greatest comapanies and media inviting visitors to bespoke Davos pavilions. The DGP space will host discussion panels and interviews with foreign and domestic guests, and all events will be transmitted on the daily’s web service. We will also report on all meetings in our news columns.
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