Thematic presentations with export offersġ0:00 am – 11:15 am: ‘Green energy of the future’ Afterwards, thematic panels will be held featuring the presentation of export and investment offers, followed by B2B meetings and the presentation of reports prepared by KUKE and SGH. The welcome speech will be delivered by representatives of Ministry of Development and Technology, Polish Development Bank (BGK) and Polish Investment and Trade Agency.

The opening ceremony of the Polish-Arab Economic Forum will be held in the Dubai Marina Hotel on 6 December 2021 at 9:30 am. In order to boost successful cooperation, we will present export proposals related to the digital economy, Polish design and food safety, as well as offers that show our country as an attractive investment location’, says Krzysztof Drynda, president of the Polish Investment and Trade Agency. We are sure that in the dynamic world, cooperation with potential investors from the Gulf countries is not only possible but even necessary. Our goal is to promote Polish products and services in Middle Eastern markets. The Polish-Arab Economic Forum is part of a comprehensive economic programme developed for Expo 2020 Dubai in cooperation with our partners and institutions. On 7 December, the entire Expo 2020 Dubai will turn white and red – it will be a colourful and joyful celebration of Polish Day, a change that will present our creativity, enthusiasm and diversity’, comments Adrian Malinowski, Commissioner General of the Polish Section of Expo 2020 Dubai. On 6 December, we invite our guests to join the Polish-Arab Economic Forum, which is one of the two main economic fora to be held at Expo 2020 Dubai. On 6 and 7 December, this significant story will be in the spotlight. Our presentation at Expo 2020 in Dubai tells a multidimensional story about the country and its successes, which have been greatly appreciated by foreign visitors. ‘Over 300 000 guests have visited the Polish Pavilion since 1 October. The signing of bilateral agreements with representatives from the United Arab Emirates will open a new chapter in our relations, strengthen those relations, and bring substantial benefits to the Polish economy in the coming years’, comments Grzegorz Piechowiak, Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Technology. ‘The Polish Arab Economic Forum and the Honour Day at Expo 2020 Dubai, are great occasions to promote Poland, its diversity and potential of entrepreneurs, that want to develop their companies together with business partners from the Middle East. A number of partners will participate in the event, such as Polish Development Bank (BGK) and PKN Orlen.The Polish-Arab Economic Forum will host state officials from Poland and the United Arab Emirates, including among others, senior representatives of the Ministry of Development and Technology, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy, the Polish Investment and Trade Agency, the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development.At the plenary and treaty session, bilateral agreements will be concluded between Poland and the United Arab Emirates, covering among others: Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) – Polish Investment and Trade Agency Dubai Global Connect – Polish Investment and Trade Agency Etihad Credit Insurance – KUKE Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce & Industry – Polish Chamber of Commerce (KIG).

800 guests from Poland and the Arab countries – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt, Morocco and Lebanon, are expected to partake in the event.

The Polish-Arab Economic Forum is a great occasion to promote bilateral economic relations, present Polish achievements and potential in the field of exporting goods and services – particularly from sectors related to the theme of Expo 2020 Dubai.

The Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) is responsible for the organisation of the Forum and Poland’s participation in Expo 2020 Dubai. The Honour Day of Poland at Expo 2020 Dubai, planned for 7 December, marks a remarkable moment when all Expo 2020 visitors’ eyes will turn to Poland. Poland will present the export potential of its domestic goods and services, while Polish entrepreneurs will have a chance to establish relations with economic partners from the region. The guests will include Polish entrepreneurs as well as state officials from Poland and the United Arab Emirates. It is the main business event organised as part of Poland’s participation in Expo in Dubai. The Polish-Arab Economic Forum will be held on 6 December.

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