FY 2024 Poland Country Opinion Survey Report

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the World Bank Group's activities in Poland. Core Insights - The World Bank Group (WBG) is perceived as a long-term partner and knowledge provider in Poland, with high ratings for its role in sharing knowledge and convening stakeholders [65][66]. - Stakeholders express a desire for the WBG to enhance collaboration with local governments and civil society to increase effectiveness [75][63]. - Trust in the WBG has generally increased among various stakeholder groups, particularly in the private sector and academia [25][32]. Objectives - The survey aimed to understand stakeholder perceptions of the WBG, including familiarity, trust, effectiveness, and alignment with development priorities [6][4]. - Key indicators assessed included the WBG's effectiveness, relevance, and stakeholder engagement [6]. Methodology Overview - The survey was conducted from March to May 2024, with a total of 149 respondents, yielding a 21% response rate [8][7]. - Respondents included various stakeholder groups, with a significant portion from government institutions and academia [9][11]. Overall Context - Familiarity with the WBG has slightly decreased since FY21, with a mean rating of 6.4 out of 10 [16][18]. - Stakeholders from academia and the private sector reported higher familiarity compared to civil society and local government [18][24]. Overall Attitudes toward the World Bank Group - Stakeholders believe that the WBG should adapt to local conditions and improve communication about its activities to build trust [13][27]. - The WBG's effectiveness in achieving results in Poland is rated at 6.8, with a positive influence on shaping development policy rated at 6.6 [30][31]. World Bank Group's Support for Development Areas - Key areas for WBG focus include energy, climate change, and jobs/skills development, with climate change remaining a top priority [56][54]. - Stakeholders increasingly prioritize energy, with support for this area rising from 12% in FY21 to 51% in FY24 [56]. Financial Instruments and Knowledge Work - Knowledge and analytical products are viewed as the WBG's greatest values, with 63% of respondents having used its knowledge work and expressing satisfaction with its quality [81][91]. - The demand for financial resources has significantly increased, from 8% in FY21 to 42% in FY24 [81]. The Future Role of the World Bank Group in Poland - Stakeholders suggest that the WBG should enhance its presence in local government and the private sector, focusing on financial and advisory support [79][65]. - There is a call for the WBG to better utilize local expertise and improve responsiveness to country needs [68][70].