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Rebuilding Ukraine offers opportunities for the Polish economy, says Jacek Piechota

07.10.2024 19:40
"The reconstruction of Ukraine and the prospect of developing economic cooperation with Ukraine present a tremendous opportunity for our economy," said Jacek Piechota, president of the Polish-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce, during the Common Future Congress in Poznań on Monday.
President of the Polish-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce Jacek Piechota during the opening of the Ukraine Reconstruction Congress COMMON FUTURE, Poznań, October 7, 2024.
President of the Polish-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce Jacek Piechota during the opening of the Ukraine Reconstruction Congress COMMON FUTURE, Poznań, October 7, 2024.Jakub Kaczmarczyk/PAP

Jacek Piechota emphasized that the reconstruction of Ukraine represents a chance for Polish companies to secure new contracts, economic projects, and to strengthen trade turnover, noting that Ukraine is a country with vast resources and development potential.

“The reconstruction of Ukraine and the prospect of strengthening and developing economic cooperation with Ukraine is a significant opportunity for our economy and for Polish entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs understand this well.

Over 3,000 Polish companies have registered with the Polish Agency for Investment and Trade as interested in participating in Ukraine's reconstruction,” the politician stated.

He also pointed out that the entire Western world will want to demonstrate that it is possible to build a modern Ukrainian economy, and it is crucial for Polish firms to take part in this process.
He noted that the reconstruction of Ukraine is already underway, with local Ukrainian governments working to restore damaged schools, hospitals, and energy infrastructure.

Additionally, he mentioned that during the war, Poles registered 300 capital companies in Ukraine, reflecting Polish firms' readiness to expand and contribute to the country's reconstruction when Western funds and the Ukraine Facility program are launched.

As we previously informed in Radio Poland, the congress aims to be a platform for discussing the needs of the Ukrainian economy and opportunities for collaboration with Polish partners.

The event is attended by approximately 1,000 participants, including entrepreneurs, local government officials, and representatives of the government, and includes 40 debates with 100 speakers.

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Source: IAR/PAP

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