Agenda

The significance of access to raw materials in the global economy: technological development, defence, and economic resilience. The situation of European countries in the context of the superpowers’ raw-material policies. Is Europe going to invest in critical raw materials outside of the European Union? How to maintain one’s independence in case of future diplomatic and geopolitical crises. Waste – a source of valuable raw material. Industrial recycling of strategic raw materials could increase Europe's independence.