PCCC at the Warsaw Security Forum 2026_October 12-13

Bernhard Otterstein, President and Areta Kempińska Vice-President of the Polish Canadian Chamber of Commerce took part in this year’s Warsaw Security Forum, joining international discussions on security, defence and the resilience of our societies.

In a world shaped by growing geopolitical uncertainty, one conclusion is clear: security is a collective responsibility that calls for international cooperation, trust and strong partnerships. Governments, institutions and businesses all have a role to play in strengthening resilience and responding to emerging challenges. Dialogue and the exchange of expertise across borders remain essential to building a safer and more stable future.

For PCCC, participation in events like the Warsaw Security Forum reflects the importance of fostering Polish-Canadian cooperation and connecting business communities with the broader international dialogue on security and defence.

Stronger partnerships. Greater resilience. Shared security.

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Bernhard Otterstein was born and educated in Vancouver, Canada, where he graduated with honours from the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia. He has worked with numerous corporate, governmental, and institutional entities in North America, Europe and Asia in the areas of economic analysis, strategic project and investment planning, new market development, as well as cross-cultural communications. He has been directly involved in projects in the fields of real estate, engineering, energy, biotechnology and IT/telecommunications.

Over the past 15 years, Mr. Otterstein has gained first-hand experience in identifying and promoting innovative, emerging technologies and related business opportunities, taking them from early stage to market via private equity investment and the active co-management of several start-up ventures.