• Critical raw materials play a key role in economic security and technological development; therefore, ensuring stable sources of their supply is one of the strategic priorities.
• The Chief National Geologist oversees the Polish Geological Institute – National Research Institute (PGI-NRI), which is responsible for performing the tasks of the State Geological Service.
• The geological services of both countries wish to develop cooperation on raw materials, including through activities aimed at identifying the potential of critical raw materials, as well as the possibilities for recovering critical raw materials from mining waste.

Deputy Minister Krzysztof Galos, Chief National Geologist, who chaired the meeting, emphasised that the talks represent a continuation of the very positive dialogue between Poland and Canada regarding cooperation on geology and mineral resources. This initiative was launched during an earlier meeting with the Canadian Ambassador to Poland, Catherine Godin.

During the meeting, Deputy Minister Krzysztof Galos emphasised the importance of maintaining and further strengthening the presence of Polish companies in Canada, such as KGHM, and of Canadian companies in Poland, including Lumina and Central European Petroleum.

Their investments are a tangible reflection of the strong and growing economic ties between our countries

- said Minister Galos.

The main topic of the meeting was the possibility of strengthening cooperation between geological services. Minister Galos stated that the exchange of experience, scientific knowledge and best practice would benefit both institutions and help to increase resilience, particularly in the critical minerals sector. This issue will be explored further in the course of the ongoing work of both geological surveys.