Poland’s government is advancing a new economic strategy focused on boosting domestic value creation in public procurement and state-owned enterprises, with officials emphasizing a shift in mindset as central to the initiative.
Wojciech Balczun, minister of state assets, outlined the approach during a recent public forum, stating that the policy aims to redirect hundreds of billions of zloty in state-linked investments toward local suppliers and producers. He described the effort as more than a regulatory change, calling it a “change in mentality and way of thinking” required across state institutions.
The strategy, referred to as “local content,” prioritizes Polish businesses in government contracts and state-driven projects without requiring amendments to existing public procurement law. Proponents argue that strengthening domestic supply chains enhances economic resilience, particularly amid ongoing geopolitical and economic challenges.
Pilot projects under the framework are set to launch later this year, targeting sectors where state involvement is significant. Officials say the goal is to increase the share of locally sourced goods and services in public spending, thereby supporting Polish industry and reducing reliance on foreign inputs.
Supporters of the policy highlight its potential to stimulate innovation and competitiveness within domestic firms, while critics caution that successful implementation will depend on administrative capacity and consistent enforcement across state agencies.
