Poland is reportedly seeking G20 membership, with nominal GDP expected to exceed $1 trillion. The United States reportedly invited Poland to the December leaders' summit, while Japanese companies continue to expand into the country.
Poland is expanding its economic scale as a major power in Central and Eastern Europe. The United States, which holds the G20 presidency, invited Poland to the December leaders' summit. Poland has signaled a positive stance toward joining the G20.
According to estimates by international organizations, Poland's nominal gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to exceed $1 trillion in 2025, bringing it close to Switzerland, which ranks 20th globally. On a purchasing power parity basis, GDP per capita is projected to surpass Japan's as early as this year. An institution of the European Union expects Poland's growth rate to reach 3.5% in 2026, making the country one of the drivers of overall EU growth.
President Trump's interest in Poland has also drawn attention, with some observers expecting the two countries to strengthen their economic ties through energy and industrial cooperation in Europe and the construction of nuclear power plants. Poland's defense spending and its role in NATO's eastern defense are also regarded as important.
Japanese companies are expanding into Poland in increasing numbers, driven by strong domestic demand, highly skilled IT talent and demand related to Ukraine's reconstruction, as they seek to capture growth opportunities in the Polish market.