The Poland-Japan Foundation has published a new article by Magdalena Ruda titled: “EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA): ex-post evaluation (findings on Poland’s economic performance)”. The publication analyzes Poland’s economic performance under the trade agreement between the EU and Japan (EPA) since its entry into force in 2019, based on an ex-post evaluation conducted by the European Commission. The article points to positive trends, such as an increase in bilateral trade, greater utilization of tariff preferences resulting from the EPA, and dynamic growth in Polish exports of selected agri-food products. Simultaneously, it identifies areas where Poland could better leverage the opportunities offered by the agreement, including expanding the protection of geographical indications, strengthening trade in services and investments, and providing greater support for Polish exporters.
Sibir – A History That United Poland and Japan
We warmly invite you to the special exhibition “Sibir – Prison of Nations: Poland and Japan – Stories of Memory and Solidarity,” presented in Japan for the first time 🇯🇵 at Hokkaido University in Sapporo. August 8, 2026 – end of March 2027 This remarkable exhibition tells the story of Poles who were exiled, deported, […]
“Akitsushima: Island of Dragonflies” Comes to Japan
President of the Poland–Japan Foundation, Radosław Tyszkiewicz, visited the exhibition “Akitsushima: Island of Dragonflies” at the Manggha Museum of Japanese Art and Technology in Kraków. The exhibition presents a unique collection of Japanese armor, military artifacts, and works of art inspired by the dragonfly motif – a symbol deeply rooted in Japanese culture. The Poland–Japan […]
Patriotism in Japan and Poland – Differences, Origins, and Significance
The Poland-Japan Foundation presents a new article “Different Forms of Patriotism: A Comparative Analysis of Japan and Poland” by Keigo Yanagimachi. The article explores how patriotism differs between the two countries. It shows that Japanese patriotism is more closely linked to people, culture, peace, and safety, while Polish patriotism is more strongly connected to national […]