Media Partnership – Competitiveness & Security Business Summit 2025 (CSBS’25) Morning Session

Held 100 days after the inauguration of the new European Commission and following the publication of the Clean Industrial Deal, the Competitiveness & Security Business Summit 2025 (CSBS’25) provides a timely platform for high-level discussions on the future of European economy.

Under the official patronage of the Polish Presidency of the Council of the EU, the Summit will bring together policymakers, business leaders, and industry experts to explore the newly proposed EU approach to boosting competitiveness and strengthening security.

Key Discussion Areas

The event’s central theme – security and competitiveness – will frame debates across five key areas:

INNOVATION - ‘What does it take to innovate?’ (11:45 - 13:00)

This session will showcase innovation success stories and explore how regulatory frameworks, government incentives, and cross-sector collaboration can create a thriving innovation ecosystem in Europe.

INDUSTRY - ‘Pillars of EU’s Common Future: Competitiveness and Economic Security’ (14:30 - 16:15)

Experts will tackle key industry challenges, from ensuring affordable energy and reducing external dependencies to designing industrial policies that balance climate goals with economic competitiveness.

FINANCING - ‘Financing for the Future: Boosting Europe’s Competitiveness’ (14:30 - 16:15)

Discussions will focus on EU investment mechanisms, public-private partnerships, and strategic financing for clean and digital transitions— crucial for enhancing competitiveness and security.

STRATEGIC VALUE CHAINS - ‘Economic Security: From the Ground to Cleantech and Space’ (17:00 - 18:15)

This panel will examine strategies for strengthening Europe’s economic security and competitiveness by diversifying supply chains, reducing dependencies, and advancing local and circular economy solutions.

DEFENCE - ‘Towards a Stronger & Secure Europe: Advancing EU Defence Readiness’ (17:00 - 18:20)

Discussions will focus on enhancing EU defence capabilities, cybersecurity, military mobility, and industry competitiveness while reinforcing strategic autonomy.

FIRESIDE CHATS

Unlike formal presentations or panel debates, these sessions create an engaging atmosphere where thought leaders share personal insights, experiences, and expertise in a conversational style.

Side Events

Exhibition: „We Did It in Poland” – showcasing Poland’s business and technological achievements.

Showcase: Suborbital Rocket ILR-33 AMBER 2K – developed by Lukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation, with the contribution of the Polish Space Agency.

Organised by: Business & Science Poland

Strategic Partnership: Orlen S.A., Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa, KGHM Polska Miedz S.A., Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego, Digital Poland Association, Allegro Sp. z o.o.,

Partners: Wind Europe, CEFIC

Media Partners: Euractiv, Dziennik Gazeta Prawna, Business Insider, Forsal.pl, Forbes