In the National Reconstruction Plan funds are foreseen for the development of investment areas. In this way we want to help local authorities and Special Economic Zones to obtain money for this purpose," said the Deputy Minister for Development and Technology during the European Forum of the Future, which is taking place in Silesia.

The importance of tourism and the common border for the possibilities of tourism development in Poland, Slovakia and the EU, support for entrepreneurs in the pandemic, the Carpathian brand and the Euroregion Tatry - these are the main themes of the debate with the participation of Secretary of State Andrzej Gut-Mostowy and Katarina Brunckova, Secretary of State of the Slovak Republic.

Another of the government's Polish Deal projects was adopted by the Sejm today. A flat without own contribution is one of the key regulations of the Polish Deal, which the Ministry of Development and Technology worked on.

The Ministry of Development and Technology, recognising the impact of innovation on the development of the Polish industry, has initiated a number of measures to foster the development of the wood industry based on modern, advanced techniques and technologies.

Today marks the beginning of the World Expo 2020 in Dubai. The key objective of Poland's presence is to promote its economy and domestic business, but there will also be a presentation of tourist attractions and elements of culture and art. During the 6 months there will be nearly 1,000 events organised by Poland, and nearly 2,500 Polish companies will benefit from the economic programme. Postponed by a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Expo 2020 Dubai is organised for the first time in an Arab country. Polish Investment and Trade Agency is responsible for the coordination of Polish participation in the Expo.

A fair energy transition that will ensure the competitiveness of EU countries' industries and the strengthening of its Single Market, with particular emphasis on the situation and specificities of small and medium-sized enterprises - these are the main topics of discussion at today's (29 September) meeting of the Competitiveness Council (COMPET) in the Single Market and Industry part. The Polish government was represented in Brussels by the Deputy Minister of Development and Technology Marek Niedużak.

Tourism for inclusive growth, organised as part of the National Celebration of World Tourism Day, was discussed today in Chełm by experts, local government officials and industry representatives during a conference attended by Secretary of State Andrzej Gut-Mostowy, the Prime Minister's Plenipotentiary for the Promotion of the Polish Brand.

Today in Poznañ the Secretary of State Mr. Andrzej Gut-Mostowy and the Minister responsible for tourism of Bulgaria Ms. Stela Baltova signed an agreement on cooperation between the Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Bulgaria. Deputy Minister Andrzej Gut-Mostowy together with Minister Stela Baltova participated in the opening of Tour Salon in Poznań - fair of regions and tourist products.

Polish merchandise exports are growing for the tenth month in a row - in June this year they were 23.1% higher than a year ago. The growth rate of Polish exports and imports continues to be in double digits. The balance of trade in goods in June is again in the positive.

2500 companies involved and 1000 events for 6 months. In just 2 weeks, Expo 2020 will open in Dubai. The 19th World Exhibition, postponed by a year due to the COVID pandemic, will be a unique opportunity for the economic promotion of our country in the international arena. As emphasised by the representatives of the Polish Investment and Trade Agency, which coordinates Poland's participation in the Expo, it will be an exceptional exhibition. Poland will for the first time present such a comprehensive business and cultural programme.